Hi to everyone I had read a few threads before signing up and am very impressed with the quality of posts and open-mindedness displayed by all. I am a Brit, currently living in Fukuoka, Japan. I have been in Japan for about 12 years now, married to a Japanese girl and with two children. I originally traveled over here (and to other places in Asia) through my love of martial arts (Shotokan in particular) but now find myself very much settled here and very comfortable. My interests nowadays are primarily in the application of concepts found within martial arts to build a successful life both inside and outside of the dojo. Cheers, Eisho