The Backpack Adventures

Week 64: January 16 – 20, 2023 Day 441: January 16, 2023 Monday – Rumoi Walking to work It’s officially my first day at work this 2023. I’m back reporting at Rumoi High School . In a way, I missed the snow of Rumoi but not the coldness. Rumoi High School 1.16.2023 There were still no students today which means that I don’t have any team teaching work. Regardless, I spent my time making PowerPoint presentations for my Teshio visit on Wednesday and also for Matsuda-sensei’s class this week. Day 442: January 17, 2023 Tuesday – Rumoi It’s a very cold Tuesday morning. It’s -10 degrees outside. For today’s work, I’m heading back to Rumoi High School . It’s officially the first day of classes for students. Rumoi High School 1.17.2023 Here’s my workload for today: 3rd period with Matsuda-sensei 3rd period – Self Study @3F1 of Matsuda-sensei 5th period – Self Study @ 3-12 of Matsuda-sensei 6th period – Intro to Japanese Onsen @ 3-46 of Matsuda-sensei Day 443: January 18, 2023 Wednesday – Tesh...

Sapporo City Observatory ( 札幌市天文台 ) is a small public observatory on a small hill in Nakajima Park. It is located at 1-17 Nakajimakoen, Chuo Ward, Sapporo City in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Sapporo City Observatory Sapporo City Observatory Details WINTER Opened in 1958 as part of the Hokkaido Expo, the Hokkaido Observatory stands as a gateway to the cosmos and a must-visit destination for anyone intrigued by the wonders of the universe. Nestled within the serene landscapes of Hokkaido, this observatory is not just a facility but a window into the celestial realm. Sapporo City Observatory - Sapporo City, Hokkaido Prefecture During the day, the observatory offers an exceptional experience with its state-of-the-art F12 refracting telescope , featuring a 20cm lens. This impressive piece of equipment provides visitors with the unique opportunity to observe the sun, offering a fascinating glimpse into our closest star. The observatory is open to the public free of charge from 10 AM to 4...