From an internet cafe in Ueno

The power went out yesterday morning and it did something to the router or modem at my place. Can't get online now so I have to do my thing from an internet cafe. The one I'm at now isn't so bad. Has the bare basics for an okay price (¥400 per hour). Some can get really fancy and include showers, free snacks, and enough space to comfortably sprawl or sleep.

I get excited every Monday because that's usually when the most job postings go up. Today, however, there are not too many hits, even if you count the English teaching jobs, which is consistent with how things have been as of late. My hopes are still high for success in getting a headhunting job and several companies appear to actually be hiring. At the same time, though, the lack of job ads and general consensus among Tokyo residents that work is scarce is concerning should headhunting not pan out.

My reaction to all this is to try out new search methods. I haven't been to many networking events, nor have I thought of joining a club where I could meet people. If I get into headhunting I'll have to do this kind of thing anyway, so either way it will benefit me, right?

Tonight is Valentines. As I mentioned in an earlier post, the girl is the one who treats the guy in Japan. This isn't just for couples; it can also be with coworkers and family. For example, Kurumi (Kuri's sister) baked me and her dad a cake and the girls in Kuri's department bought their male coworkers some chocolates. As for Kuri and I, we're out for Spanish food soon. I'll let you know shortly what octopus ink tastes like.