Recording summary · May 2018
I'm stuck in Japan and I feel depressed [qrJVVwHmUmE]
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Overview
Daniel obtains a one-year Japanese spouse visa valid until May 2, 2019, by going to immigration and purchasing a 4,000-yen stamp, allowing employment without restrictions.
Despite reaching major milestones such as securing the visa and living in Japan, Daniel faces boredom, a lack of long-term purpose, recurring cycles from past habits, and anxiety regarding new challenges.
Themes
Obtaining the Japanese spouse visa and subsequent municipal registration requirements.
Online warnings versus actual ease of receiving a spouse visa.
Reflections on past habits in England, recurring cycles, and choosing to remain in Japan.
Perception of Japan, repeated visits, and the non-tourist focus of Daniel's channel.
Lack of direction, loss of enthusiasm after reaching goals, and fear of failure regarding challenging pursuits.
Developments
Daniel visits Japanese immigration and purchases a 4,000-yen stamp to collect the spouse visa.
Japanese immigration issues Daniel a spouse visa valid until May 2, 2019, permitting employment without work restrictions.
Daniel dropped out of school in the past due to playing World of Warcraft.
Uncertainties & gaps
Daniel is unsure of the consequences if the address is not officially registered at the city hall.
Daniel is uncertain how living long-term in Japan will work out.
Daniel does not know how to resolve personal laziness.