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I'm going back to my wife [5Hi7jTCqDAI]
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Overview
Daniel has been in communication with his estranged wife months after separating, contemplating potential reconciliation when he travels to Japan while reflecting that his initial reasons for leaving the marriage were flawed and that he felt happier married.
After obtaining a new passport, Daniel booked an airline ticket and an Airbnb to evaluate the relationship in Japan, concealing his flight date over concerns about being attacked at the airport.
Daniel received confirmation that entering Japan as a visitor is permissible despite an expired spouse visa, and he prefers life in Japan over England, hoping to reconcile and switch to a spouse visa without returning to London.
Themes
Conversations with Daniel's wife, her relaxed demeanor, and encounters with people recognizing her in Japan.
Travel plans to stay in an Airbnb rather than moving immediately back in with his wife to evaluate their relationship.
Grieving the loss of Daniel's father and coming to terms with leaving the family home.
Disappointment with casual encounters following attention on YouTube, compared with marriage and using a love doll.
Inquiries with the Japanese embassy in London regarding renewing a spouse visa versus entering as a tourist.
Time constraints preventing obtaining necessary documentation and embassy appointments before Daniel's flight.
Daniel's preference for living in Japan over England and feelings regarding independence.
Daniel concealing his departure date due to fears of being attacked at the airport.
Developments
Daniel's wife messaged him unexpectedly asking whether he was returning to Japan.
Daniel received a newly issued passport after his previous one expired.
Daniel booked an airline ticket and an Airbnb reservation for Japan.
Daniel traveled to London and Germany for casual encounters with women.
Daniel contacted the Japanese embassy in London to inquire about spouse visa renewal procedures and entry options.
An unnamed person advised Daniel that entering Japan as a visitor remains possible regardless of marriage status and an expired spouse visa.
Uncertainties & gaps
Whether Daniel and his wife will reconcile or proceed with a divorce.
How Daniel's wife genuinely feels toward him, given her perceived emotional distance.
Whether Daniel will re-enter Japan on a renewed spouse visa or as a tourist.
Daniel previously experienced worry about being denied entry at the airport in Japan due to an expired spouse visa.
Daniel remains uncertain whether he will successfully reconcile with his wife and switch status from tourist to spouse visa without leaving Japan.