Hi there! I’m Sam, and I currently live in Scotland, though I’ve lived in Sweden and England previously as well. I love to travel, and am a writer by trade. I’m currently researching for a historical fantasy novel that I’m writing, which will be set in Edo period Japan. I had a basic understanding of Japanese before turning to this rather interesting site. I’m really enjoying the laid back style with dollops of humour. I’m visiting Kyoto in February so, ideally, I’d like to have a decent understanding of the language by then. No pressure or anything, right? :P

Anyway! Nice to meet you all, and hope to chat more soon! :D