National History Museum

I went to NHM on Tuesday. National History Museum allowed me to be a child because it was so interesting and whenever I saw, I had an emotion that normally a child would have. The building itself is so beautiful as well. We intended come in from the front entrance, but there was a big queue, so we entered from the side entrance.



There are lots of real fossils in National History Museum, and even now many researchers have found a new fossil.
The first session I saw is dinosaurs. It was amazing and enormous!!! In this area, why did dinosaurs disappear, what foods did they eat, how did they live, and how was their blood pumped up... many topics were discussed. The most interesting topic was about blood!!! Originally, I like about an body. Then, the type of blood tube, how to send blood, and blood system are different depends on a dinosaur. Dinosaur's big blood tube allowed to pump up very quickly through the long and thick neck, and dinosaurs needed a lot of foods because they had to keep their temperature to move whenever they wanted to. There are many facts about dinosaurs, so I recommend browsing the web to find out. I wish if dinosaurs would still be alive...I want to watch the film; Jurassic World or I want to jump into the film and have an experience with them.

Next, I went to exhibition; Coral Reefs; Secret cities of the sea. It was also amazing and beautiful world. There were many things I didn't know and have never seen so far. I wondered before I read explanations that is this actually alive?,and how did they have a food? because they don't have a mouth. This exhibition was interesting but also I could learn many new things.

There are many enormous mammal in blue zone. I would like to ride on the mammoth or hang on their tusk!!!! When I threw back my FB, I found I took the same pause as 4 years ago. hehe

Then, I wandered another two zones. The zone which explain about Earth was interesting because my country, Japan has many earthquakes and volcanos. When I looked around, I found the movie about Tohoku Tsunami in Japan. Next year, it is going to have been 5 years since then. Time flies so quickly, but I never forget it. Moreover, I found one result. When I saw it, I was surprised. It is nearly same!!!!! Earth is interesting.

Last weekend with my host family

This weekend was the last when I spent with my host family. It enjoyed very much!!!!


On, Saturday, I went to Peter's primary school fete and helped with my host family. It is a kind of charity event. They not only sold old toys and uniforms but also cupcake which many mothers made and foods which is provided from Kyoto kitchen, performed dancing, and many various entertainment things. It was very fantastic!! I don't have this sort of thing in my primary school in Japan, so I was interested. I enjoyed my cupcake. It was delicious and sweet!! I thought this sort of cooperating event is very good, and a nice time to not only share with friends but also got to know a new friend.


On Sunday, it is "Father's day" on 21st of June. I texted my father in Japan. I had a BBQ; turkey burger, kebab, sausage, rice, salad, sweet corn, mushroom, and chips, in our garden with my host family. BBQ in England is completely different from Japanese one because in Japan we don't make a burger and kebab, and baked just naked meats and vegetables on the metal net. When we have a BBQ, we absolutely make a baked Onigiri which is the shape of triangle, and seasoned by salt and soy source. Then we have to bake till it has scorch!! When I have a BBQ next time with my host family, I would teach how to make baked Onigiri. It was a bit windy, but I enjoyed!!! It was the first BBQ in a year!! Suddenly, my host family's children gave me a present afterwards!!! I was impressed. They gave me a mag cap in Portsmouth which my mother bought me, and Portsmouth is where I went with my host family for the first time since I came, two coasters; one is from my host family's old son, the other is from younger son, my favourite jelly HARIBO and jam, and the lovely letter from my host mother. I have met a lovely family. I just appreciate their kindness. I make sure I will give a big thanks back to them. Oh my goodness!! Such a brilliant.
I'm sure I will come to their house again and again!!!! It is not goodbye, just see you again.

Then, when I stayed away from their house in this morning, I gave a big hug to my family. I am already miss them, but I am excited that my new life in the accommodation starts.

The National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery

Yesterday, I went to the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery where there are many famous paintings. Both of them were so crowded even not weekend. I'm introducing my favourite 5 paintings.



The first picture is "Sunflowers". As you know, it is painted by Van Gogh, and very famous around the world. This painting depicts power and calm, I think. If I have a duplicated painting in my house, it would give me power and relaxation. Initially, the yellow is the most favourite colour of all because this colour makes me happy and cheerful!! His painting is sensitive, and even if his painting is used same colours, the colour varies delicately with each flower.

Second is "The Water-Lily Pond". It is painted by Monet. I like this expression of landscape. It is beautiful that there are many white and light pink flowers on the pond and these flowers match atmosphere in background. I thought I would like to jump into this painting and have a picnic. Moreover, I painted it when I was a high school student. I couldn't paint well because I'm obviously not good at painting.

The third picture is "Harvest Le Pouldu". It is painted by Paul Gauguin, and this is my most favourite painting in the National Gallery because the mountain seems to express 4 seasons. As you can see, the mountain has many colours; green, orange, light grey, and dark green. Mountains in Japan change colours as the season changes as well. So, I felt it is similar to Japanese mountains. Moreover, I like the colours generally.

Fourth is "An Old Woman". It is painted by Quinten Massys. It is said that this painting is the most horrible face in the world of paintings. I didn't know if it is a woman or man until I saw the title. To be honest, I could paint like it... And, it is funny that the woman doesn't have her hair in the middle of head. Her hair style looks like the Devil.

Fifth is "Queen Victoria". It is from the National Portrait Gallery. When I saw this painting, not only did I think that what I saw on the excursions so far was painted in it, such as the crown and stick, but also I recognised the value at that time long long time ago. Moreover, I thought this last 3 weeks educational excursion connects one by one. I had valuable experiences so far.

(I quoted on web)

Active weekend

I had a long weekend because the university was off on Friday.


On Friday, I watched Harry Potter film 4, the Goblet of fire in the morning. I love Harry Potter. I don't remember how many times I watched it in Japan. Then, after lunch, my friend's host mother took me and Urara to a huge supermarket, TESCO and Morris Den. TESCO is massive and I can buy anything, such as clothes, foods, housing stuff, drinks, toys, game, and books. So, this is very convenient, isn't it? I like the foreign supermarket because it is huge and there are many things which I have never seen before in Japan. Morris Den is a very pretty shopping centre which has a lot of old fashioned style furniture and stuff. If I brought lots of money, I could buy something...Next time I go, I will definitely bring lots of money. And, I finished writing essay afterwards.


On Saturday, I searched for a trip because I'm going to go to France at the beginning of July. I'm so excited!!!!! Then, after lunch, I went to another supermarket, Sainsbury's. This is massive as well!! I was wondering during food shopping that I will have to buy on my own a week later because I'm going to move into the accommodation...hehe I just chilled afterwards.


On Sunday, I went to a forest in Winchester, and there is the monument which a famous racing horse has been buried under it for about 50 years. From there, we could see the overview of Winchester, Southampton, and Salisbury. It is surrounded by lots of nature, and green fields. It is brilliant place to relax. On the way there, I walked over 10,000 steps, but I didn't feel tired any more. I thought that if I come after raining, I could see a beautiful forest view because there would be water drop on leaves. While we were walking, I found a footprint of a horse. I was surprised that there was a footprint because I can't see it in Japan. In England, horse riding is very popular, so it is allowed almost everywhere. This is a difference of culture between two countries. It's interesting. I had a good walk with my host family!!

This is the typical English view!!!

In the afternoon, I played badminton with my host mother in the garden. Both of us hit rubbish shot at the beginning, but we were getting better!!! It was so exciting, and good movement. However, I felt I am getting older regardless of I am 20 years old...I need more exercise...

Isle of Wight

I went to Osborne house where Queen Victoria lived, but it belongs to England on Isle of Wight with my friend and teacher on Tuesday. First of all, I didn't know about Isle of Wight, but my friend in England lives there, so I was so excited to go there. Isle of Wight is actually quiet and everyone is very friendly. When we got in trouble because we didn't know the way, people there told us regardless of whether we asked. I was impressed. Isle of Wight is very warm island, I thought.

On the way to the house, we found the interesting moving bridge!! When we cross the river, all of cars, bicycles, and pedestrians have to ride on it and it carries us to the other side. It is very funny, isn't it? I saw for the first time.


This is Osborne house. Inside, there are many miniature things. It is very pretty and awesome!!! The house has many portraits, furnitures, statues, decorated walls, and so on. Surprisingly, these design are deference!!!! Nothing was the same design, even tiny teacups. Statues and portraits have different face, such as funny face and serious face, as well.  I can't imagine that if this house belongs to me... I might get lost in it. It is like a maze. Not only the house but also the cottage which children can play is huge. It is not for children because it is nearly as large as a detached-house. People can live!!

After visiting the house, we went to the beach. Then, my teacher bought me ice-cream(I chose mint chocolate chips flavour) and we ate at the beach. It was yummy!!! I took a nap. I could refresh!!!!

Beach...ice-cream...sunshine...it was perfect day!!!! hehe Anyway, I was so happy to go to Isle of Wight.

Enjoyed sunshine in this weekend

On Saturday
   It was lovely weather!!! So, I wen for a walk under bright sunshine. I like walking under nice weather because it wakes me up and I can make good health rhythm. In the afternoon, I watched the carton film, "Despicable Me 2" which has many strange but really pretty yellow characters. As you know, it is for children, but everyone could have a fun time by watching it. Then, After supper, I talked to Italian boys and my host mother about Italy, Japan, and English because 2 Italian boys have stayed for a week as a school trip. They talked about Italian foods, sightseeing places, and their area. I found they have lots of differences from Japan, for example, they can't go out after school because their teachers manage their life after school, and they have to prepare for a next class or revise some subject they learned. I was surprised!!! It is completely opposite of Japan!!


On Sunday
   I went to the dressage contest which my teacher joined. It was the first time to go, so I was very excited and had a really good time!!!!! There were many types of horses and different age of riders. The test was about 5 minutes, but it was very serious and all riders might get nervous. After the test, the horse and rider was back to their car and house for a horse. Then, the rider feed and give a horse brushing. Then, I experienced brushing!! My teacher gave me a chance to do it. What a pretty little her baby it was, I think!! I have never ridden on the horse, so it made me excited!! I would like to ride on it someday!!! It is smelly...but very cute and cool!!!^^

My teacher got a 3rd prize!! Brilliant!!! The good relationship between a rider and horse is very important, and the couldn't get a good prize without their special effort, I think.


In Japan, these contest is not so popular, so it was very good experience for me.

Visiting Tower of London

I went to Tower of London yesterday with my friend and teacher. After getting off the train, we went to there on foot because fortunately,  it was lovely weather to walk!!! We were lucky! Yeah! On the way there, I saw Big Ben, which is very popular and symbol in London I think, London bridge, which is occasionally opened to let big ships go through the River Thames, and London eye, which you can see overview of London.

Now, I would like to introduce the topic I recommend seeing inside of Tower of London.



First is the Crown jewel exhibition witch displays many types of crown which the King and Queen wore at the opening of the new parliament. The crown which has the most amount of diamonds is The Imperial State Crown. This is worn by the Queen Elizabeth and it has 2,800 diamonds!! It is amazing!!! It seems that the crown is the most famous and powerful symbol in British monarchy. The head of parliament in Japan doesn't wear these precious. So, the British culture and history is far deeper and older than Japan.

Second is the coronation spoon!!! It is really gorgeous!! I can't believe that I would spend too much money on it. However, this spoon is worth spending much money. This spoon is made in 12th century, so it is nearly as same age as Tower of London.

( Nobody can take a photo in this exhibition, so I quoted from the official website of Tower of London.)






Third is Coins and Kings. Inside of this museum, you can learn about how they used to make money. They used to make money by extracting the metal, melting it, and arranging the shape. They used to spend much time to make it, so it was very hard work, but now people make money by machines. So it is more useful than that.

Tower of London, which has very deep history and culture in England, is almost 1,000 years ago. Japan doesn't have these culture and history, and the head of parliament never have the Crown and Sceptre!! The Japanese culture is definitely as different as British culture.

Refresh weekend

Chilling   Dreaming of Disney   3   Apple   Walking




This is the words which explain this weekend.


I stayed at home this weekend and didn't the special things. This weekend was just for relaxing and refreshing, I think.


On Saturday, I went for a walk for 30 minutes in the morning!! There are lovely golf course which anyone can walk freely behind my house. This is one of my favourite place in English. After that, I took a nap for 30 minutes in my room as I was tired. After lunch, I had a sweet apple cake my mom made and a cup of coffee. It was exactly nice combination, and I enjoyed it. Then, I watched "Night Museum", which I have watched before in Japan, and it is very useful to practice English, specifically for listening because I have already known the story of it, so even if I can't catch the conversation, I can understand. It was very funny and interesting because it is the creative and fantasy film, and makes me dream the unreal world. Especially I like a pretty monkey which is very cheeky and wicked against the host at fast, but getting more cooperative gradually. I took a nap afterwards to give my eyes a little break.




On Sunday, I cleaned my room up, and watched "the Lion King" with boys in the morning. For lunch, we ate a noddle which reminded me of Japanese food and taste. Then, I read a book which is the same series as I have read since about 2 weeks ago. I like it.
I had supper early, and watched "Tangled", it is a kind of Disney film. I massively love it because All of Disney film have a lovely dream!! Most of girls would dream that I wish if a prince would appear in front of me someday...hehe
Totally, I watched three films this weekend!!! It was too much, but I could refresh, so that's alright. How a nice chilling time for me this weekend was!!