Exchange student in Japan.?

Question

Hi, My name is Sydney and I am 14 - almost 15. For years I have been learning japanese and I really want to go on an exchange program to Japan. I am worried though because I am 5'6'' - 5'7'' and It might be alittle ackward because japanese girls are short. Will it be hard for me to make firends? Also will I be able to shop there? Im not big. I take a size 6 pants and a size 7 shoe. Can you tell me anything helpful that might help me while im there? Thank you for your help.

Answer 1

Your size has nothing whatsoever to do with making friends.

As long as you respect the country's laws and customs, and do not behave as an spoiled-rotten American and keep an open mind about a new culture, you will have a wonderful time as well as make many friends.

By the way, Japan has become quite used to foreigners; so much so in fact, that now one can buy clothing in Western sizes. (I bought a pair of socks at a discount store in May 2008, and I wear size 10 shoes).