307. Why I'm Leaving Osaka: A Love Letter & Goodbye | グッバイ大阪

About this episode

In this episode, Sayuri discusses her decision to leave Osaka after two years, reflecting on her experiences and what truly makes her happy.

I fell in love with Osaka! The friendly people, the food, the energy. But after two years, my body and mind are telling me it's time to leave. In this episode, I talk about my 20+ moves throughout my life, why I chose Osaka despite knowing it wasn't my ideal environment, and what finally pushed me to make this decision. I also share what kind of place makes me truly happy versus what's just exciting. If you're considering moving to Osaka, relocating within Japan, or curious about city vs. countryside life, this one's for you! 🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayurisaying.com Search by episode number (e.g., “EP 120”) to find what you need!🐧 Join the Penguin Family for bonus content & support the show! Your support helps keep this podcast alive and means a lot to me. Thank you for considering! 🩷 Support this podcast https://sayurisaying.com/support

People in this episode

Host: Sayuri Saying

Topics covered

• moving
• Osaka
• city life
• countryside life
• personal growth
• relocation

Keywords

• Osaka
• relocation
• city vs countryside
• personal experiences
• life decisions

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Osaka, Japan

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