Michiko Nakamura

Hi, I’m Michiko Nakamura. I’m 18, and I will be 19 next week. 

I was born and raised in Tokyo. I’m majoring in English and Business in college. I’m interested in advertising and social media marketing, and I want to create value for products and services with my own ideas.

I had never been abroad before, and this is my first time visiting another country. I came here to improve my communication skill in English and learn another culture though the homestay. I have been studying English because I like learning languages. By the way, I recently started to study Spanish in Duolingo. I believe that learning another language will help me discover many things I didn’t know before. In this short-term study abroad program, I’m really excited to know a lot of things that cannot experience in Japan.


I’m going to write about my favorite things. I love banana smoothies and I drank it every day until recently. I also really enjoy music! I love playing the piano and singing at karaoke. I have played the piano since I was 3 years old because my mother was piano teacher. In high school, I dedicated to the chorus club. My favorite artist is “Vaundy”. I especially like listening to music and relaxing on my way to university. I also like taking walks, so I’m planning to look around the buildings near the university and take lots of photos.


I want to enjoy learning English with everyone. Thank you!

Comments

  1. ZOU QingyangFebruary 25, 2026 at 11:44 PM

    Hi Michiko! Wishing u a happy birthday in advance! Perhaps next week we can celebrate your and Saho's birthdays together!

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    1. Michiko NakamuraFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:05 PM

      Thank you so much! I didn’t know our birthdays were so close!

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  2. Hinako OyaFebruary 26, 2026 at 12:13 AM

    Hi! I’ve been learning piano since I was three or four years old too. I’m also thinking about studying German on Duolingo. Banana smoothies are delicious!!

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  3. Airi InoueFebruary 26, 2026 at 12:28 AM

    Hi Michiko! I l love Vaundy and i went to his concert about two weeks ago!! Plz tell me your favorite song♪

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    1. Michiko NakamuraFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:17 PM

      Thank you for your comment! Really! I went to his concert at Tokyo dorm too! ♡ I couldn't choose one, but I love "Tomoshibi" and "Jyonetsu".

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  4. KazukiFebruary 26, 2026 at 1:10 AM

    Happy birthday Michiko! Why did you started leaning Spanish?

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    1. Michiko NakamuraFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:24 PM

      Thank you so much! I study Spanish because I’d like to visit Spain to see the Sagrada Familia, and I’ve heard that the pronunciation is similar to Japanese, so I think it might be easier to learn!

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  5. NozomiFebruary 26, 2026 at 1:20 AM

    I'm studying Spanish a little too. Next time, I'd like to try having a simple conversation with you!

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    1. Michiko NakamuraFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:28 PM

      Really! I’ve just started, but I’d like to try having a conversation!

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  6. Misaki NakayamaFebruary 26, 2026 at 1:40 PM

    I'm surprised that you started studying Spanish. I'm also intrested in learning other language. Why did you decide to study Spanish?

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    1. Michiko NakamuraFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:31 PM

      I want to study Spanish because I’d like to visit Spain to see the Sagrada Familia, and I’ve heard that the pronunciation is similar to Japanese, so I think it might be easier to learn. I’ve just started, but I’m enjoying learning♡

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  7. David WoodfieldFebruary 26, 2026 at 4:47 PM

    How fortunate you were to have a parent who could teach you the piano! What kind of music do you enjoy playing most? As for me, I like listening to jazz piano. David :-)

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    1. Michiko NakamuraFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:40 PM

      I practice classical music! I like playing Debussy’s music, and I often play “Clair de Lune.” His music is very delicate and beautiful.

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