The Japan Chronicles Part II Unexpected Gifts: A Journey to Self-Discovery and Life-Transformation While Living in Japan, Book 1, (Paperback)

Part I When Marcus arrived in Sydney to celebrate the millennium after a four-month journey across fifteen countries, he realized his solo backpacking trip had been the best learning experience of his life. Hungry for more adventures and travels, he was determined to pursue a career abroad. From feeling illiterate and enduring awkward moments with colleagues to surviving a near-death experience climbing Mt Fuji, expat life after landing his dream job in Tokyo wasn't all glamorous. Finding ways to deal with the adversities, he embraced the beauty that Japan has to offer, built meaningful friendships, and found new purpose in life.
Part II When Marcus's wife, Renee, joins him on his expat assignment to Tokyo, he looks forward to exploring iconic Japanese destinations and enjoying local food and culture with her. Devastated by personal loss, plunged into the near-death experience of Japan's largest earthquake, and facing an identity crisis, he struggles to find meaning in his life. Will practicing aikido and becoming a father bring him peace, or will he continue to strive for fulfillment?