The kind folks at The Daily English Show (TheDailyEnglishShow.com) interviewed me and worked me into the above video lesson and news report. They do incredible work at TDES. In addition to the lessons and Stick News they produce professional video media for local businesses and manage affordable accommodation in Kutchan. Cool people, check 'em out.
The Kutchannel was created in winter 2006, partly as a way to bring attention to the town that hosts Grand Hirafu (hint... it ain't Niseko), and partly to provide an online forum for residents of the area to exchange watercooler chat. It has grown to include news, classifieds, a directory, an events schedule, and more... all created by and for the users of the site. The Kutchannel tears down the walls that keep the locals apart and injects a breath of unfiltered fresh air into community discourse. Thanks to everybody for partipating.
