Five new members grace the illustrious class of 2017. Read more about Theint Theint, Maggie, Hiko, Ayako, and Vy.

Theint Theint

Where did you move from?

I came from Myanmar.

Why did you decide to move to Tokyo?

My dad lives in Myanmar and mom lives in Japan. Last year I went to Myanmar to live with my dad. After my brother left for college, I moved back to Tokyo.

What is your favorite thing about Japan?

I like how polite the people are. For example, in Myanmar people cut in line, that doesn’t happen here in Japan. But other than that I also love the fast internet connection.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

Chocolate chip cookie dough

What is your favorite book?

I can’t decide between “Handle With Care” and “Collision Course”.

What are your Hobbies?

I love to bake!

One interesting thing about yourself:

Well, no one can ever pronounce my name, at least not the first time.

Person (dead or alive) that you would most want to meet:

In real life: John Green! But if truly anyone, then Forrest Gump.

Maggie

Where did you move from?

Tianjin

Why did you decide to move to Tokyo?

My mom got transferred because of her job.

What is your favorite thing about Japan?

I like that Tokyo is very modern and international. I also like that it’s very clean.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

I like Vanilla, and Rum too.

What is your favorite book?

The Twilight series.

What are your Hobbies?

I like to travel, listen to music, and play sports.

One interesting thing about yourself:

I can speak Chinese.

Person (dead or alive) that you would most want to meet

Ian Somerhalder

Hiko

Where did you move from?

Shanghai

Why did you decide to move to Tokyo?

Because my family and I like Japan.

What is your favorite thing about Japan?

I like Japanese food and Japanese culture.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

Chocolate

What is your favorite book?

I mostly read Chinese books, but I like “On the Other Side of Heaven”.

What are your hobbies?

Engraving rubber stamps and watching animations.

One interesting thing about yourself:

I just really like to travel.

Person (dead or alive) that you would most want to meet:

Kaji Yuki

Ayako

Where did you move from?

I was born in Japan. But when I was three, I moved to Canada, where I lived for five years. After that, I lived in Hong Kong for about four years, before returning to Japan.

Why did you decide to move to Tokyo?

My dad was transferred because of his job.

What is your favorite thing about Japan?

It’s safe, and the air is nice compared to some of the places I’ve lived in.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

Cookie and dough.

What is your favorite book?

”The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green

What are your hobbies?

I like to go outside, to dance, and I like to do my nails.

One interesting thing about yourself:

I can move my ears.

Person (dead or alive) that you would most want to meet:

Miranda Kerr.

Vy

Where did you move from?

Vietnam.

Why did you decide to move to Tokyo?

I came to study and learn more about the world.

What is your favorite thing about Japan?

I enjoy traditional Japanese food.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

Cheese and Chocolate.

What is your favorite book?

The Twilight Saga.

What are your hobbies?

I like to play with pets.

One interesting thing about yourself:

I always make sure to finish everything I like.

Person (dead or alive) that you would most want to meet:

Steve Jobs.