I am James, a lifelong learner inspired by an unending curiosity and a passion for exploring the world around me. My journey is shaped by a diverse array of interests that reflect both my personal and professional pursuits.
Living in Kyoto has deepened my appreciation for both tradition and innovation, allowing me to blend these elements seamlessly in my life. Whether I’m capturing the serene beauty of a landscape, immersing myself in a new pursuit, or pushing my limits in the gym, I strive to connect, learn, and evolve every day.
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In all things, may we not find joy in the journey rather than the destination?
The world changes, seasons pass, and yet in each fleeting moment, there is a beauty to be embraced.
A heart that seeks beauty in the ordinary finds the richness of life itself.
Born in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Southern BC, I was raised in the quiet town of Cranbrook, BC.
In high-school during an ICT class, I discovered my love for computers and electronics.
It was also in high school that I found my love for photography, taking classes on the technicalities of photo composition.
Through my work in Real Estate I further explored technology and media creation. During this time I gained experience in photography, videography, web-design, AWS, and creating Pano-Tours (high-fidelity Photogrametry).
I went on to freelance Photography and Videography for other real estate agents, which persisted for a number of years. This resulted in over 100 jobs for my established clientele over the next 4 years; to whom I am extremely grateful.
In order to further pursue my digital passions through education, I enrolled in a Computer Science program through Athabasca University, where I focused on Business, Software Engineering, and Game Development and Design.
While studying, I contributed coding to a number of online projects to further expand my skills and apply algorithms to real-world projects. It was also around this time that I took up Japanese Handwriting.
Graduated from Athabasca University with Honors and Distinction. It was also at this time that I started bodybuilding training.
After years of study and preparation, I finally moved to Japan to study and gain more experience in Global Relations and a deeper cultural appreciation.
