Taketa - Small Town Japan https://journals.worldnomads.com/savvybader/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:47:51 GMT World Nomads Adventures As an American living in a small farming town in Japan, I am never short on inspiring subject matter. My purpose here is to teach English to children, but the reason I came is to explore. I intend to learn the language, observe the culture, meet new people, try new things, and make a small dent in my long list of places to see. My strong sense of wonder and adventurous spirit drive me to explore the unknown. I am most satisfied when seeking out a new place, camera at the ready. Photography allows me to record my experiences, capture the emotions of a place, and share them with those interested. Some of my fondest memories are exploring abandoned buildings in my hometown with a Pentax K1000. This may sound overly pretentious, but it doesn't make it untrue; I am inspired by the world. The more I see of it the more fascinated I become and the more I long to see. A great photograph can share worlds unknown. I will never tire from learning to become a better photographer as I seek to capture the world’s rich colors, magnitudes, and wonders. Ultimately, through poignant and honest photography, I want to inspire others to explore the world. Thank you for this exceptional opportunity. https://journals.worldnomads.com/savvybader/photos/39546/Japan/My-Scholarship-entry-Taketa-the-Small-Mountain-Town Travel Japan savvybader https://journals.worldnomads.com/savvybader/photos/39546/Japan/My-Scholarship-entry-Taketa-the-Small-Mountain-Town#comments https://journals.worldnomads.com/savvybader/photos/39546/Japan/My-Scholarship-entry-Taketa-the-Small-Mountain-Town Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:15:00 GMT 0