I did it with an expression (on my face) of utter concentration – something like an artist creating his life long masterpiece. If they noticed me – most probably this is exactly what they would thought I am doing (sorry – I have the feeling my English is not very correct here).
Japan is a different country from most of the rest of the world – but this is a different subject.

I am reading your blog and I like the more intellectual spin you give to your posts. I also have my thoughts about Japan culture and way of life (and history) – but the subject is too sensitive and I prefer to write about it when my written English becomes at least slightly better.

Cheers