Wondering Zoe

S1E7: Hiddo - From Netherlands to Nippon: My Life in Japan Through a Dutch Lens

Wondering Zoe Season 1 Episode 7

Meet Hiddo, a Dutch astronomer who unexpectedly found himself living an adventure in Japan. Join him through his unique experiences: relishing the finest sake, enduring scorching summer mountain hikes (and surviving on streams in the mountains), challenging the cycling skills of the Japanese (very Dutch!!!), and discovering traces of Dutch heritage gracefully preserved in the charming city of Nagasaki.

I pointed out that as a person standing at a towering height (perhaps almost 2 meters!) with a fair complexion, Hiddo easily stands out in the crowds of Japan. However, he seemed to have no trouble fitting into the new culture. Want to hear more? Check out this episode!

Enjoyed Hiddo's episode? Get ready for more intrigue with Felicia's episode. While Hiddo, a Dutch astronomer, shared his Japan journey, Felicia's fluent Japanese and dual residency in the Netherlands and Japan provide a captivating counterpoint. Don't miss their contrasting yet interconnected experiences - tune in to expand your cultural horizons!

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My Mental Journey of Migration

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From Netherlands to Nippon: My Life in Japan Through a Dutch Lens

Welcome to the seventh episode of Season 1 of "My Mental Journey of Migration." In this exciting series, we will be featuring 8 guests who will share their captivating experiences of living in diverse cultures. Today, we have the pleasure of having Hiddo as our guest.

Sound Technician:  Jialin (嘉琳)

About me

Hi, I am Zoe Ye, a human being who failed to live a conventional life. I have a deep interest in people and their choices of life. In my podcast, I will be having conversations with individuals who are open to talk about their mental journeys in life.

Music: "Eyes They're Closed" by Kaytsak

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