Alexandra
Alexandra
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‧₊˚🎐Social September in Japan Vlog ❀࿔🍍*:・
(a very delayed) howdy everybody!
Welcome to all the new subscribers - I'm really happy you're enjoying my videos ☀️
This vlog is very late because September was SO busy and I had to prioritze rest. So I took my time with editing and I'm really happy with what I came up with. I hope you feel the same!
The weather is changing and the days are becoming shorter so I'm already missing the long summer days (NOT THE HEAT). After doing my final pre-upload watch of this vlog, I feel really grateful for the friends who make these fun days possible. Enjoy! And thanks for being here 💛
- Alex🌻
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Видео

🌅 Summer in Japan - Yokohama and Kamakura travel vlog (part 2)☀️
Просмотров 152Месяц назад
Hello! How are you? I hope your summer was more than pleasant and WAY cooler than here in Japan 🥵 This is the second and final installment to my summer vacation vlogs. I really enjoyed my summer break and I made sure to prioritize sun, rest, and relaxation! A special thank you to Claire for making our beach day extra special and extra fun💫 Thanks for spending time here and I hope September is t...
a slow summer in Japan - vacation vlog (part 1) 🌅☀🌊
Просмотров 172Месяц назад
The sun, the beach, and good company. What more can a girl ask for? 🌊 This vlog is a compilation of the first few days of summer vacation in 2024. I'm really proud of myself for prioritizing fun and connection during the vacation. Its been soooo easy to get wrapped up in work and want to stay in and be a homebody (my natural state) in my free time, but I've been mindful about getting out there ...
I left the JET Programme after 1 year - here's why (+ why I still recommend it)
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 месяца назад
Howdy everybody! In this video I discuss the main reasons for why I left the JET Programme after 1 year. There are 4 main reasons, and in combination with each other they led me to my decision. If you're planning to join the program - good luck with applications and enjoy yourself to the fullest in Japan! - Alex // Editing software - @FilmoraWondershare IG - @subparplantmom
Days in my life in Japan ⊱✿⊰ July 2024 Vlog 🏵️ JLPT N5 / Apartment cleanup / Karaoke time 🎵
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.2 месяца назад
Greetings and happy summer to those of us in the North and happy winter to everyone in the South 🥶 (I'm envious, Japan is melting us all) July was another packed month and I definitely started feeling its effects. I'm feeling some pretty intense burnout and taking some serious self care days to soothe that (I hope you are too 🥰). Currently, I'm on summer vacation for the next two weeks and I co...
Exploring Japan's Summer Blooms ₊˚ʚ 🌱 ₊˚✧ ゚. June 2024 Vlog P2 🌻☀️🐝
Просмотров 1733 месяца назад
Greetings at long last! I had some issues with my editing software so I couldn't get this video out sooner. I really wanted it to follow soon after the part 1, but I suppose good things take time? Teehee. I hope June was a lovely, warm for everybody. Temperatures and humidity are reaching record levels over here in Japan (climate change is so so scary and it makes me feel so so small sometimes)...
𓍢ִ 🌷͙֒✧ Japan Diaries ˚✧˚✨ June Vlog Part I - USA Japanese Burgers, Wisdom Tooth Removal, Daily Life
Просмотров 3383 месяца назад
Howdy everybody! And welcome to any new subscribers June was a jam packed month (ups and down in equal parts). My friend recommended a yummy burger place that exceeded all my expectations, and the very next day I got my wisom tooth yanked! Thanks to everyone who takes the time to watch this and comment. I appreciate you being here ☀️ I always hope you enjoy these little vlogs! See you in the p...
🇿🇦 South African in Japan 🇯🇵 - Answering your Questions! [Q+A]
Просмотров 8623 месяца назад
Hello everyone! Thank you so much to everyone who sent in their questions :) I had so much fun answering them and going on many tangents haha. I hope I managed to answer everything in detail. If I missed anything, or you have any additional questions, please send them in the comments! - Alex 🌸 // Editing software: @FilmoraWondershare Camera: @Samsung A13
🇯🇵 Life in Japan - ☀️ sunnier, slower days [Monthly Vlog 2024]
Просмотров 6444 месяца назад
Greetings and salutions 🤠 I did not expect this month's vlog to be this long at all haha! I thought because the Golden Week vlog was quite full, I wouldn't have a lot of content for May. But I certainly outdid myself 🤭 May was a surprisingly hard month because I really struggled to get back into the work routine after the holiday. Every week felt harder than the next and I was unexpectedly anxi...
Japan Travel Vlog - Enoshima Island, TeamLab Borderless, Narita Sensoji Temple ⛩️
Просмотров 1254 месяца назад
Hello everybody! This is the part 2 of my Golden Week vacation from this past May. I had SO much fun with my friend (shoutout Nomfundo! I love you girlie ❤️) and putting this video together made me feel soooo nostalgic - just as I wanted haha! In these last few days we traveled to Enoshima Island, I visited Teamlab Borderless for the second time (and was still in awe!), and we ended her last da...
✨ Japan Golden Week 2024 Vlog ✨ Part 1 [Asakusa, Yokohama, Tokyo Disneyland]
Просмотров 2154 месяца назад
✨ Japan Golden Week 2024 Vlog ✨ Part 1 [Asakusa, Yokohama, Tokyo Disneyland]
April 2024 Vlog 🏮 - Cherry Blossom viewings // Harajuku exploring // Monthly vlog in Japan
Просмотров 2445 месяцев назад
April 2024 Vlog 🏮 - Cherry Blossom viewings // Harajuku exploring // Monthly vlog in Japan
Two Days at the Ocean in Japan - Kamogawa Vlog 🌊
Просмотров 1335 месяцев назад
Two Days at the Ocean in Japan - Kamogawa Vlog 🌊
A Day in My Life in Japan - a little winter's day vlog 🤍❄️
Просмотров 2936 месяцев назад
A Day in My Life in Japan - a little winter's day vlog 🤍❄️
March 2024 Vlog 🌸 TeamLab Borderless // Chiba Inohana castle // sunny days in my life 😌
Просмотров 1396 месяцев назад
March 2024 Vlog 🌸 TeamLab Borderless // Chiba Inohana castle // sunny days in my life 😌
Is the JET Programme in Japan worth it? 5 Pros and Cons of Teaching in Japan
Просмотров 8 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Is the JET Programme in Japan worth it? 5 Pros and Cons of Teaching in Japan
February 2024 Vlog 💕 Working in Japan, New Workouts, Narita San ⛩️ [Monthly Vlog 1]
Просмотров 2187 месяцев назад
February 2024 Vlog 💕 Working in Japan, New Workouts, Narita San ⛩️ [Monthly Vlog 1]
A Weekend in Japan! 🇯🇵 [modeling, chinese food, painting in Ueno Park vlog]
Просмотров 958 месяцев назад
A Weekend in Japan! 🇯🇵 [modeling, chinese food, painting in Ueno Park vlog]
Teaching English in Japan 🇯🇵 Week In My Life - Eikaiwa work
Просмотров 4629 месяцев назад
Teaching English in Japan 🇯🇵 Week In My Life - Eikaiwa work
The JET Programme - Teach English in Japan as an ALT!
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The JET Programme - Teach English in Japan as an ALT!
a time of goodbyes and remembrance // vlog
Просмотров 959 месяцев назад
a time of goodbyes and remembrance // vlog
🎄CHRISTMAS IN JAPAN ⛩️ Shibuya Illuminations + Tokyo Greenhouse + Chiba City vlog
Просмотров 30310 месяцев назад
🎄CHRISTMAS IN JAPAN ⛩️ Shibuya Illuminations Tokyo Greenhouse Chiba City vlog
I left the JET Programme 🎌 - highlights from Japanese High School in Hokkaido, Japan 🇯🇵
Просмотров 78710 месяцев назад
I left the JET Programme 🎌 - highlights from Japanese High School in Hokkaido, Japan 🇯🇵
🇯🇵 Japanese Spring Flowers and Unbelievable Fireworks Extravaganza 🎇 - a moving album
Просмотров 67Год назад
🇯🇵 Japanese Spring Flowers and Unbelievable Fireworks Extravaganza 🎇 - a moving album
🌷 Spring in Japan vlog 🌺 - Shibazakura and Tulips in Hokkaido + tea review!
Просмотров 135Год назад
🌷 Spring in Japan vlog 🌺 - Shibazakura and Tulips in Hokkaido tea review!
🌸 Sakura Season in Japan🌸 - Hakodate, Golden Week, Kimono // Life in Japan
Просмотров 211Год назад
🌸 Sakura Season in Japan🌸 - Hakodate, Golden Week, Kimono // Life in Japan
winter frolicking in Japan (a home video of sorts) - JET Programme #jetprogramme #japan
Просмотров 102Год назад
winter frolicking in Japan (a home video of sorts) - JET Programme #jetprogramme #japan
what I wear in a week on the JET Programme (piercings, tattoo, braids) #jetprogramme #alt #japan
Просмотров 854Год назад
what I wear in a week on the JET Programme (piercings, tattoo, braids) #jetprogramme #alt #japan

Комментарии

  • @maanmalay9447
    @maanmalay9447 7 часов назад

    Is it true that there’s a lot of tourist and local in disneyland for golden week? Will be there next year for golden week

  • @nondumisokheswa7977
    @nondumisokheswa7977 3 дня назад

    Can't you plant your own veges in Japan?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 дня назад

      @@nondumisokheswa7977 Hi! I'm actually planning on starting a little garden in my backyard ✨️ I didn't want to start it because I wasn't sure how long I'd be living in this specific apartment!

  • @mikaylasvloglist3314
    @mikaylasvloglist3314 9 дней назад

    you are so pretty :)

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 9 дней назад

      @@mikaylasvloglist3314 aaaah thank you 😭🥺🤍

  • @MiSheVlogs
    @MiSheVlogs 11 дней назад

    Hi planning to join this upcoming JET. Are you still teaching now?😊 new subscriber here

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 10 дней назад

      @@MiSheVlogs hi! Yay! That's so exciting 🤸🏽‍♀️ I hope you get a great placement ✨ Yes, I'm still teaching - but now with a private company! And thanks for the sub!!!!🧡

    • @yo2trader539
      @yo2trader539 6 дней назад

      If you do get a JET slot, try to learn as much Japanese as you can BEFORE you arrive to Japan. Your everyday life will depend on how well you can understand Japanese whether you're shopping, visiting doctors, extending visas, paying tax, or evacuation drills. I've met many foreigners who arrived in JET and now work in IT, Finance, export/import, etc. The reason why they can do that is because they're fluent in Japanese.

  • @Sannahhh
    @Sannahhh 17 дней назад

    how tall are you ?? 💗💗

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 16 дней назад

      @@Sannahhh I'm 176cm 🤸🏽‍♀️

  • @MauricioVuvu-g1l
    @MauricioVuvu-g1l 17 дней назад

    I love your vlogs!!!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 16 дней назад

      @@MauricioVuvu-g1l thank you! ❤️

  • @kirsten5440
    @kirsten5440 24 дня назад

    This was incredibly helpful, thank you!!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 21 день назад

      I'm so glad omgee! You're welcome 🌻✨

  • @theshadysunshine
    @theshadysunshine 24 дня назад

    Hey Alex! Thanks for posting. What’s it like to live in Chiba? Japan seems a bit lonely? Also noticed you have a tattoo on your finger. How do you deal with that when teaching? Thanks!🌻

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 21 день назад

      Hi! Thanks for the questions! I'm really enjoying Chiba so far 😄 It's close enough to Tokyo to enjoy a weekend there, but not as crowded (plus Disneyland is a few minutes from me haha!). Japan can be lonely, yes. I experience it most when the weather starts getting colder. I think it's so important to have a good support system back home and work hard to build a community once you get to Japan! My finger tattoo is small enough to go unnoticed in classes (so far 🤭). If it's ever a problem, I can just cover it with a bandaid!

    • @theshadysunshine
      @theshadysunshine 21 день назад

      @@alexccen thanks for responding. I lived in China before and I know how lonely being away from home can get. And yes, building a community is very important. Hopefully we’ll get to meet one day. I’m hoping to move to Chiba next year 🌻

  • @nicolea4629
    @nicolea4629 28 дней назад

    Hi! what region or prefecture would you recommend?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 21 день назад

      Hi! Sorry for my late reply 😭 It really depends on your interests. So if for example, you're an active person with a lot of hobbies and a big social circle - Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, and Kagoshima (or any major city) would be a good bet. I'd recommend finding some pictures/videos of different prefectures and seeing if they spark anything in your mind!

  • @maestra9607
    @maestra9607 Месяц назад

    Does the salary enough to pay bills and have still extra to save for rainy days?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 21 день назад

      Hello! For me, yes. The exchange rate to South African Rand is quite favorable right now. I know some American friends who are not too happy right now :( But relatively, in Japan, you can live well off the JET salary!

  • @pwjayson
    @pwjayson Месяц назад

    Japan always seems hot all year round lol Lovely video btw! ❤

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@pwjayson thanks! And I'm happy to report after the equinox on Monday, it's finally started cooling down 🍁😭

  • @Misqado
    @Misqado Месяц назад

    Heey Gurl! new subbie here :) Loving the content! I'm planning to apply to teach English in Japan sometime next year so your videos are super helpful. Im watching all your videos!! Would it be possible to upload the videos in a higher quality pweeeease? Would love to see your channel blow up and think this would help as I love your presence! Hope you're enjoying your time and can't wait to see more x

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@Misqado hello hello hello 🌸 I'm so glad you're enjoying and gaining insight from my videos! 😭 I hope you get the job that suits you best 🥰 I would love to level up my videos but I'm recording on my phone right now (saving up for a camera 🥲🥺) and that's why they're so low Q. But hopefully soon! Thanks for the sub and good luck on your endeavors ✨️🤸🏽‍♀️

  • @marcomanibale9225
    @marcomanibale9225 Месяц назад

    I aspire to be an ALT🥹 can you share tips how to make statement of purpose? Arigathanks! 🥹

  • @ingridvincent1537
    @ingridvincent1537 Месяц назад

    I really enjoyed watching,from the start to end. 🎉❤ ❤❤❤

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@ingridvincent1537 I appreciate it aunty Inky! Thank you 🥺❤️

  • @mary27578
    @mary27578 Месяц назад

    Missed this short, lovely flowers and song 😁

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@mary27578 thank you! ❤️

  • @mary27578
    @mary27578 Месяц назад

    When does it start cooling down in Japan?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@mary27578 from next week 😭 I've been sweating consistently since June 😭😭😭

  • @thina5348
    @thina5348 Месяц назад

    Hi Alex! I would like to know more about the accommodation and apartment size in the program. Do you think the apartment is big enough to do yoga/meditation? Also, how did you keep fit during the JET program? Another question I have is about the fellow ALTs. How many ALTs are there in each school? Were your coworkers ALTs or were they all Japanese? thank you! I am thinking of applying now for 2025.

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@thina5348 Hey Thina! Thanks for these great questions and good luck preparing for your application 🤸🏽‍♀️🤍 Unfortunately (as with any JET questions) my answer is going to be specific to my experience only. Because I was in a rural town, I had a big apartment! Three bedrooms, kitchen, and living/dining area (more than enough space for exercise 😄). But it differs from location to location. If you're in a city, you're more likely to get a small space :( I stayed fit by walking in the afternoons and doing home workouts (no gym in my little town). Again, every situation is different 😭 usually all schools only have 1 ALT but you might be in a big district where there are up to 5 ALTs in one office. It all just depends on your area. All my coworkers were Japanese! I hope these answers helped and I'm sorry I couldn't be more specific! That's just how this program is. Let me know if you have any other questions 🌸

    • @thina5348
      @thina5348 Месяц назад

      @@alexccen thank you so much! May I know what you think about jet as from a career perspective ? Do you think it added to your resume and in what way did it ?

  • @heartpearl2364
    @heartpearl2364 Месяц назад

    hi! i was just wondering-on your jet application, did you choose rural, urban, or any? :)

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@heartpearl2364 hi! Oof it's been so long now but I thiiiink I chose rural/any. For my 3 location options I had Wakayama, Kyoto, and Hokkaido!

    • @heartpearl2364
      @heartpearl2364 Месяц назад

      @@alexccen OHH i see! thank you so much :) and thank you for all your videos as well, theyre very insightful

  • @yogaforeverybodywiththeord9936
    @yogaforeverybodywiththeord9936 Месяц назад

    What are you going to do for work now?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@yogaforeverybodywiththeord9936 I've moved closer to Tokyo and I'm working at an Eikaiwa now!

  • @zuleikadesouza366
    @zuleikadesouza366 Месяц назад

    Thank you for this insightful video 🫶🏼

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@zuleikadesouza366 aw thank you for your comment! I'm really happy that it was helpful 🥰

  • @mary27578
    @mary27578 Месяц назад

    Love the hair! Came out out looking like you went to the salon!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@mary27578 what a compliment! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @mary27578
    @mary27578 Месяц назад

    Loved how the video started with the music, fireworks and beach! Did you get a drone?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@mary27578 thank you so much! I worked really hard to nail the vibe with the right song - so I'm particularly proud of that 🤭 And no drone yet 😭🤣 the lovely Japanese woman who hosted us for the barbecue had some drone connections!

  • @pwjayson
    @pwjayson Месяц назад

    Another great vlog! And love the new hair colour!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@pwjayson thank you! I appreciate it 🤍✨️ I'm excited to try some new colours as the seasons change 🍁🍂🤭 I hope you're well!

  • @ToykoRens-df3uz
    @ToykoRens-df3uz Месяц назад

    Tattoos are a sign of low morals, says my Japanese boss.

  • @ToykoRens-df3uz
    @ToykoRens-df3uz Месяц назад

    25 minutes complaining about the heat. Boring.

  • @ingridvincent1537
    @ingridvincent1537 Месяц назад

    I love the new hair color!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@ingridvincent1537 thank you! So do I 🤭🤸🏽‍♀️❤️

  • @onlychimerically
    @onlychimerically Месяц назад

    angel, where can you get a blow out in tokyo?! like a headspa, conditioner, blow dry and flat iron? i have biracial hair, and i haven't found a place yet. pls help!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@onlychimerically hey there! I'm so sorry but I can't help you 😭😭😭 I do my hair myself and I haven't had the chance to explore salons. But Facebook is extremely helpful with reviews and the "Black women in Japan" Facebook group can also be really useful! I hope this helps 🥺🤍

  • @nomfundozondi839
    @nomfundozondi839 2 месяца назад

    That spider is a paid actor!! The comedic genius that is you🥺🤌🏾🤞🏾 I love this so much Alex. Such warm and loving energy on this vlog😭❤️

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@nomfundozondi839 thank you my friend omgee 😭😭😭 I appreciate your support and your kind words ALWAYS 🥺❤️ I'm glad this was a treat 🍒✨️

  • @MauricioVuvu-g1l
    @MauricioVuvu-g1l 2 месяца назад

    you are amazing!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen Месяц назад

      @@MauricioVuvu-g1l thank you my love 😭❤️

  • @worm5192
    @worm5192 2 месяца назад

    you're a really big inspiration for me! keep it up :)

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@worm5192 oh my goodness, what a sweet message 🥺😭✨️🤍 thank you! I'm glad you enjoy my content and good luck with your future endeavors 🤸🏽‍♀️

  • @infinitedemisefm
    @infinitedemisefm 2 месяца назад

    Can I teach English without a degree and just with a TEFL certificate?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@infinitedemisefm unfortunately not with the JET programme, but there are other companies who hire teachers with TEFL only. I'm sorry I don't have much information on those though!

    • @infinitedemisefm
      @infinitedemisefm 2 месяца назад

      @@alexccen it’s all good, knowing that other companies still hire with just a TEFL certificate is helpful enough, thank you!

  • @kendrawilkinson5624
    @kendrawilkinson5624 2 месяца назад

    What are you doing now? 🌸

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@kendrawilkinson5624 Hi! I'm working at an Eikaiwa in the Kanto area now ☺️

    • @kendrawilkinson5624
      @kendrawilkinson5624 2 месяца назад

      ⁠@@alexccenNice, thanks for the reply! I’m a South African who just started with JET in Miyazaki but I’m curious to see what people do after JET. I’d love to be in the Kanto area someday.

  • @ingridvincent1537
    @ingridvincent1537 2 месяца назад

    🤍

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@ingridvincent1537 ❤️❤️❤️

  • @johnnydoe3603
    @johnnydoe3603 2 месяца назад

    It looks beautiful with Snow. I love gloomy days without Sun, then again, i am an Introvert. 😂

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@johnnydoe3603 haha 🤭 I also enjoy gloomy days here and there, but that was way too much 😭

  • @johnnydoe3603
    @johnnydoe3603 2 месяца назад

    350 Subscriber Watching from the Coastal City of Visakhapatnam, India. 😊

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@johnnydoe3603 I just noticed - thanks for pointing it out 🤸🏽‍♀️ and welcome! I'm happy to have viewers from all over 🌻 I hope you're having a good summer!

    • @johnnydoe3603
      @johnnydoe3603 2 месяца назад

      @@alexccenWe have a Monsoon Season here in India. It rains and it gets cool, but it gets really hot during breaks in the Monsoons. 😅

  • @MathysLaaraba
    @MathysLaaraba 2 месяца назад

    hello from France! were you in japan during golden week? and if so, how did you feel about it in terms of crowds/tourists? great video in any case, well done!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@MathysLaaraba hello! Yes I was, and it was sooooo crowded 😭 especially Tokyo and the Kanto region in general. I think any vacation time in Japan will be crowded so if you're planning to visit, just be prepared for big crowds 😵‍💫

  • @binteadam_1
    @binteadam_1 2 месяца назад

    Who did you work for, name of company?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@binteadam_1 the JET programme

  • @lesegomaqubela2721
    @lesegomaqubela2721 2 месяца назад

    Hey thanks for sharing your experience, I love your videos! Could you share more about how you make the transition to your current job and how you bagged it? I'm also an ALT here

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@lesegomaqubela2721 you're welcome! I'd be happy to talk about that - I'll try to have that video out soon 🤸🏽‍♀️ I hope you're enjoying your ALT time ✨️

    • @lesegomaqubela2721
      @lesegomaqubela2721 2 месяца назад

      @alexandracloete thanks, I am. However, I also think it's not challenging enough. 🫤

  • @animal-lover--
    @animal-lover-- 2 месяца назад

    i would do it but it seems that you need a college degree

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@animal-lover-- yes you do, it's one of the stricter parts of the application unfortunately 🥲

  • @estelleo703
    @estelleo703 2 месяца назад

    I am from the Uk and the snow is not as bad but even I would struggle with that much snow and cold weather.

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@estelleo703 thank you for saying that 🥺 I feel validated!

  • @nomfundozondi839
    @nomfundozondi839 2 месяца назад

    Your hair looks great!! Love this video ❤️🤸🏾‍♀️

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@nomfundozondi839 auw 😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺 thank you my friend!!!

  • @mary27578
    @mary27578 2 месяца назад

    You wouldn’t survive in Miami 😂

    • @candicemannette9589
      @candicemannette9589 2 месяца назад

      Have you been to Japan?? The humidity and heat is no joke there during the summer.

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@mary27578 I trust you 🤣🤣🤣

    • @urmomzsz
      @urmomzsz 2 месяца назад

      @@candicemannette9589 it’s insanely hot and humid in miami all year round loll

    • @mary27578
      @mary27578 2 месяца назад

      @@candicemannette9589no not yet but Miami is humid pretty much all year round 😂

  • @Oscar-dz9qk
    @Oscar-dz9qk 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for sharing ❤

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@Oscar-dz9qk you're so welcome!

  • @MissAllSunday1
    @MissAllSunday1 2 месяца назад

    Hi! I've been scrounging RUclips to find current jets, as I'm interested in applying for the program next month, & I have enjoyed watching your experience. I was wondering if you're currently taking requests or if you have a patreon to possibly review my SOP? Totally okay if not, but if you have any additional tips for the application process, I would love to hear about it. Thank you!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@MissAllSunday1 first of all, thank you for watching! I'm glad you're enjoying the content 🤍🤸🏽‍♀️ I'd be happy to look over your SoP! Obviously I can guarantee anything but I'll give you my best advice 🤭 I don't have patreon yet but you can shoot me an email on alexccloete97@gmail.com 🌱

    • @MissAllSunday1
      @MissAllSunday1 2 месяца назад

      @@alexccen thank you very much!!!

    • @jaylaheard7709
      @jaylaheard7709 2 месяца назад

      @@alexccenI’m applying this September too, is it okay to email you too?

  • @nathanafi
    @nathanafi 2 месяца назад

    First off, thanks for making such a positive and honest video. I've been slightly turned off/worried lately by the number of "Don't teach English in japan" (ftr, often referring to companies such as NOVA and GABA and other "black companies") videos that are showing up in my algorhythm as I genuinely want to feel excited about the decision to teach in japan! So thank you. I have a couple questions :) 1. When you said on average, you teach 2 to 3 classes per day and then there's a lot of downtime. Do you get paid for the down time, or do you only get paid for the classes taught? (sorry... I'm pretty sure it's salary but I'm actually just at the beginning of my JET research because I just got my degree so this option just opened up for me!) 2. My biggest concern about the JET program is that they decide where to put you... I heard you can ask to be placed in certain areas and try to be as passionate about why you want that to influence their decision but it doesn't always play out that way.... Did you want to teach in Hokkaido specifically and ask for it? Or was that where you were placed and you just made the best of it and made it home? 3. Do you teach in many different schools all over Hokkaido or are you generally placed within just one?

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@nathanafi hey! Thanks for your thoughtful response and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. There's definitely a LOT of negative chatter about teaching in Japan (justly so, some of these companies are insane!!!) so I'm glad I could bring a different perspective. And congratulations on graduating! It's only up from here 🎊 ✨ 1. You get paid a set salary every month, regardless of classes taught! One of the best things about the programme 🥺 2. Yeah, location is a bit of a doozy. From what I've heard, if you choose Hokkaido, you're gonna get Hokkaido 🤣 I chose it as one of my options because I wanted to see more of rural Japan. It all depends on where they have openings honestly. But your statement of purpose and interview do weigh heavily, so make sure to speak about why you want a specific location. You might just get lucky! 🤸🏽‍♀️ 3. I had two high schools that I alternated between daily. Unfortunately, you only hear about your schools shortly before leaving for Japan but this type of teaching seems to be pretty common (2 schools) especially in the inaka. Most importantly, come with an open mind and always remember your why 🌱 Good luck on preparing and applying and feel free to ask my anything else! I'm happy to help ✨️

    • @nathanafi
      @nathanafi Месяц назад

      @@alexccen Thanks so much for your super kind and thoughtful reply! 😊 Sorry for the slow response... I could've sworn I replied to this.

  • @Justcetriyaart
    @Justcetriyaart 2 месяца назад

    visited hokkaido and had a great time, but had that 'turn away' expereince from outer osaka and tokyo.

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@Justcetriyaart ah I'm sorry about that! I'm hoping that with more exposure to tourists it'll eventually fade away completely 🥺

  • @OnepiercingtoomanyToomany
    @OnepiercingtoomanyToomany 2 месяца назад

    I came across your channel today, l love your content❤. I am a bit apprehensive to work for an Eikaiwa, apparently they don't have a good reputation. However it looks like you are having fun which makes me second guess what I have heard so far.

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@OnepiercingtoomanyToomany Thank you so much (and love your username by the way! You can never have too many piercings or tattoos 🤭). I'm happy you enjoy my videos ❤️ I understand you completely. And honestly, eikaiwas are very hit or miss. I was also extremely cautious because I heard many horror stories about how bad they were. And many of them are really that bad! Mine isn't perfect by any means but I make the best of it. I think all you can is research, research, research, and do your best with what situation you're given ✨️

  • @abia7762
    @abia7762 2 месяца назад

    Summer in Japan seems to match summers in far north Queensland (Aus), the humidity feels like you're lowkey swimming through the air 😭Oh and hope everything goes well with your JLPT results!!

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 2 месяца назад

      @@abia7762 ugh it's exactly like that! Someone once equated the humidity to taking a hot shower and then putting on hot, wet clothes 🤢 stay cool! And thanks so much! I'll be getting results soon and going for N4 in December 😤

  • @hopesands2381
    @hopesands2381 3 месяца назад

    30:47 with no explanation hahahah I love it

    • @alexccen
      @alexccen 3 месяца назад

      @@hopesands2381 🤭🤭🤭