Name: Seiyo RyuNationality: ChineseHometown: Tokyo/Shanghai (Born in Tokyo, moved to Shanghai in 5th grade)Faculty: School of International Liberal StudiesYear: Sophomore
What do you think is your charm point?My smile *laughs*
What do you like about Japan?The people. I have made so many friends here! I also like the Japanese language since I grew up speaking Japanese and it’s become an integral part of me. Speaking Japanese was not something I could really do in Shanghai because there wasn’t anyone to talk to.
What about SILS? What do you like about it?I like its international atmosphere and that I can interact with people from around the world. I also really like the way classes are conducted here. I can learn a lot! It’s really different from when I was in Shanghai where I would just study from 4am-10pm.
What do you look for in a guy?For me, I think mutual feelings are the most important. If there is no chemistry, it won’t work. The timing is also really important. If we’re at different crossroads in life, it probably wouldn’t work out either.
What are you looking forward to?I’m looking forward to studying abroad! I’m going to UC Berkeley this fall on exchange and I’m really excited about it. I haven’t lived anywhere else other than in Japan and China so I think this will be a great opportunity for me to gain new experiences!