Hello everyone! My name is Matthew Thiel. I am an American from New York City. I have taught ESL in Micronesia and Polynesia for 10 years. I have lived in Japan for 3 years and currently live in Hakuba. I am currently an ALT nearby. My passions are surfing, snowboarding, hiking, or anything outdoors. I have been described as outgoing with a good sense of humor. I love international news, politics, film, and art. I cannot wait to share this with all of you and hear about your experiences as well.