My Story

- A new challenge that began at age 40 Vol.8 - After reaching my physical and mental limits in Malaysia, I decided to take a nine-day holiday to Bali

I was 42 years old and had been pushed to my limits as a trainer in Malaysia, but my mind and body were pushed to their limits. I took a nine-day holiday and headed to Bali and Lembongan Island by myself, where I gradually regained myself.

- A new challenge starting at age 40 Vol.7 - What I realized in Malaysia: "Training people" is harder than I imagined, but it's a job I can't escape.

At the age of 42, he was promoted to trainer at a foreign company in Malaysia. However, what awaited him were failure, loneliness, and interpersonal barriers. He writes about the difficulties of developing people and how, in the end, everyone was able to achieve their goals.

Why am I writing this blog? Why am I recording the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea?

After living abroad, the author realized the value of the scenery of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea, and writes about why he is writing this blog. He also talks about his photography records and turning points in his life.

- A new challenge that began at age 40 Vol.6 - The moment when unseen efforts in Malaysia were rewarded

I moved overseas to Malaysia. Despite struggling during training, I continued to work hard and was told I'd been promoted just three months after joining the company. I write about the "life-changing moment" I felt on my way home at sunset.

A challenge from age 50: Why I decided to start hosting Airbnb experiences in Naoshima

As I approached 50, I began a new challenge as a guide on Naoshima. I documented my journey, including my experience working at Benesse House Museum, my connections with artists, and how my work on the YouTube channel "Setouchi Ambience" led to my Airbnb experience.

- A new challenge starting at age 40 Vol.5 - Difficulties in moving to Malaysia (Lifestyle)

The author, who moved to Malaysia at the age of 42, talks about the real pitfalls of living abroad. Room sharing, water heaters, food, safety, the internet, money transfers - he has compiled lessons learned from a daily life full of unexpected experiences.

- A new challenge starting at age 40 - Vol.4: The world I saw while working in Naoshima - Where English and art intersect

The days I spent working at the Benesse House Museum in Naoshima. The experience of speaking in English with visitors from all over the world and being captivated by contemporary art. What was the new determination that led me to "work overseas"?

- A new challenge that began at age 40 - Vol.3: The day I decided to work in Naoshima - A turning point to a job where I use English

After six months of self-studying English, he took on the challenge of working at the Benesse House Museum in Naoshima at the age of 38. This is the story of his determination to choose "experience using English" over full-time employment.

- A new challenge starting at age 40 - Vol.2: Between English and manufacturing - Finding my role at a large company in the prefecture

I spent a year and two months working for a listed company in Kagawa. As a temporary employee, I revamped the recruitment page and continued to study English. When my employment was terminated, I decided to study on my own for six months using the official TOEIC practice book.

- A new challenge that began at age 40 - Vol.1: The day I realized the need for English

The difference between Japan and the rest of the world seen in advertising production. The real-life story of how I, then 40 years old, started self-studying in Kagawa and made up my mind to work abroad.

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