A Small Swede in the Big World's Guestbook

1st November 2017

Dance and Karioke
I reckon you'd be dangerous in that company Per-Olof...looks like too many smiling faces and too much fun for you to cope with. But you Swedes are a hardy lot. Enjoy!!!

From Blog: Dance and Karaoke

1st November 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Dance and Karioke
It's a tough job but sometimes a Swede's gotta do what a Swede's gotta do. :-D

From Blog: Dance and Karaoke

1st November 2017

Ake Och Emma
Ake Dahllof and Emma Holmbro

Very much Japan
This looks so Japanese. Looking at your photos makes me want to go back to Japan again. /Ake

From Blog: For the Love of Inari

1st November 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Very much Japan
You should definitely go back ^_^

From Blog: For the Love of Inari

1st November 2017

RENanDREW
Ren & Andrew

For the love of mochi!
I'm a very big fan of mochi, and probably would have got a bit competitive trying to catching all those mochi :) The only mochi we get here are the daifuku ones (round, with a sweet filling), so looks like I'll have to get myself off to Japan to try the other types. Aren't mantises amazing? I love them, but when they get into their 'pray' position is when they are about to attack some poor unsuspecting food source...so I think that may be why you got bitten. Praying Mantis 2 / Per-Olaf 0 :D

From Blog: Dance and Karaoke

1st November 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

For the love of mochi!
Me too! The only mochi I can find here is some weird mochi ice cream hybrid that's ridiculously expensive. I love mochi as well, especially the sweet versions. I had a whole bag full of it after the toss! Aye, those praying mantis certainly beat me. xD They were just defending themselves though so can't fault them for it. :-)

From Blog: Dance and Karaoke

30th October 2017

RENanDREW
Ren & Andrew

Festivals
Observing a festival can be a good insight into local culture, but I think you took this to the next level by actually being part of the festivities! How beautiful to have so many friends on the other side of the world, they all seem so lovely. My Mum worked in Japan very briefly many years ago and still has very fond memories of the amazing generosity of the people she encountered. It such a unique culture...

From Blog: Autumn Festivals

30th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Festivals
It really is, that's one of the things that I really love about Japan, everyone is so welcoming and generous. It goes beyond the confines of language barriers and difference in cultures. As long as you come there with an open mind and open heart you will be welcomed into a new family. :-)

From Blog: Autumn Festivals

29th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Festivals!
Wow! What an amazing time to visit a place, when there is a festival happening - I'm glad you were able to get a new memory card as your pictures really convey the colourful mood and vibrancy of the festival. How wonderful to also spend time in such a beautifully situated home. And I totally understand you on your earlier response to my comment, on one of the best things about travelling being the meeting of new people. Fleeting moments can indeed make for lasting impressions, they probably go both ways too, and what a treat it is to be able to travel in this way :)

From Blog: Autumn Festivals

29th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Festivals!
I agree! My original plan was to visit a week but then Junko told me about the festival and asked if I could come for that instead so I changed my plans for it and I'm very glad I did. :) That's the reason why I almost exclusively travel with couchsurfing. I've been doing couchsurfing for 12 years now and the experiences I've gotten meeting so many fascinating people both abroad and at home has really elevated my travel experiences by an immeasurable degree. :-)

From Blog: Autumn Festivals

29th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Kamakura
A very interesting read. I particularly liked reading about the various encounters you had with a variety of people whilst visiting, as well as the seemingly ubiquitous spiders!

From Blog: For the Love of Inari

29th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Kamakura
Thank you Alex! It's one of my favourite things about travelling, meeting new and fascinating people. It might sometimes just be for a fleeting moment but they leave lasting impressions. I'm actually having a guy from Japan as a guest here for New Years that I met at the train station in Sekigahara last year. :D

From Blog: For the Love of Inari

29th October 2017

RENanDREW
Ren & Andrew

Inari
Thanks for broadening my knowledge of Japanese culture... I had no idea Inari was a Shinto god, and I assumed you meant inari sushi! So now I'm more knowledge, but also craving inarizushi :)

From Blog: For the Love of Inari

29th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Inari
Thank you yourself for widening my knowledge, I didn't know about the Inarizushi, I need to try that soon. ^_^

From Blog: For the Love of Inari

26th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Knowledgeable
Wow, I can tell you are highly knowledgeable in Japanese history and religion. Very interesting. I was very interested to read about your insights into Shintoism, a fascinating religion I know very little about. Your love for Japan is very clear here :)

From Blog: Rise of a Dynasty

26th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Knowledgeable
Thank you man, I really do love Japan and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. :-)

From Blog: Rise of a Dynasty

26th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Japanese Inspiration
Glad you arrived safely. I look forward to reading about your adventures in Japan, to hopefully help with my travel plans for next year. The Japan Rail Pass already rings a bell from my research :)

From Blog: Back in Japan

26th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Japanese Inspiration
The JR Pass will be really useful when you go to Japan, buy it before you go to Japan though. :)

From Blog: Back in Japan

26th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Thank you!
Thank you Per-Olof, for guiding me through your amazing visit to Qatar, a country I know very little about, but from your blogs feel very much inspired to visit. The hospitality of the people comes across strongly in your writings, as well as the warmth of their welcome. Thank you! I'm looking forward to reading about your adventures in Japan :)

From Blog: Past and Present

26th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Thank you!
Thank you yourself for your kind words! I was very positively surprised with Qatar . People there are very hospitable. :)

From Blog: Past and Present

26th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Walking in a Hot Country
I definitely get you on the desire to walk rather than taxi it while travelling, though it seems not many people in Qatar do that. What an experience it must have been for you, walking to the Mall! I bet the AC was most welcome again once you arrived!

From Blog: Pearl of the Gulf

26th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Walking in a Hot Country
Very true, I'm a walker at heart, but at times in Qatar I wish I'd used my head over my feet. xD

From Blog: Pearl of the Gulf

26th October 2017

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Fascinating Place
What an interesting read. I must admit I know little about Qatar and Doha, so it's very interesting to read your blog - the falcons, horses and camels in particular! I understand you about the heat, it must've been really oppressive. Yay for AC!

From Blog: Artistic Prowess

26th October 2017

A Small Swede in the Big World
Per-Olof Persson

Fascinating Place
Thank you Alex, I really appreciate it! The heat was indeed a killer. :D

From Blog: Artistic Prowess

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