Hello everyone. My name is pyralis and I am currently residing in northern Japan. I am captivated by the Japanese culture and arts in general. I use to be an avid gamer, I absolutely adore Akira Kurosawa flicks, and I love Apple Qoo. Aside that for the most part I haven't encountered much discrimination from the natives here yet. So far, the people who I live near have been more than helpful. Before I began this thread I read through the forums for some time and I have really been enlightened by the articles and interesting points made on topics. So I hope you won't mind my presence. Cheers!