Japan/Expert Profile

Expertise

General questions regarding tourism (shopping, hotels, sightseeing, food, etc) and life in Japan as an expat/exchange student (visa, cell phones, transportation, etc). I know Tokyo very well, but I'm also familiar with Kyoto, Nara, and Fukuoka. I can help with etiquette, manners, and social situations. I'm also fairly well versed in the Japanese healthcare system (from my experience as a patient).

Experience in the area

Living in Japan for over a year, and studying Japanese/Asian Affairs for almost five years.

Organizations

Institute of Political Science, Lyon (France); Alumni of Fukuoka University (Japan)

Education/Credentials

Baccalauréat Literature and Humanities (cum laude); Bachelor's degree, English (class valedictorian); Bachelor's degree, Asian Affairs (cum laude); Master's degree, Asian Affairs (graduation in 2010)

Awards and Honors

Completed Army Officer training course (July 2009)