I have had my hands on a camera since I can remember; from the little one use cameras I excitedly took to the store to get developed to the DSLR I currently own. Simply holding a camera or even just looking at lenses brings a joy I can't even describe. I have been told that I always look my happiest with camera in hand and I believe this opportunity will bring that joy tenfold. For as much as I love photography and capturing those special moments, I can say I love the country and culture of Japan just as much. While I don't know much Japanese, I have always been interested in the culture. It all started with anime and it grew and grew while I learned about the Geishas and the music and the Shinsengumi. So to have an opportunity like this? To
