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Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁

@saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy

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Teacher, Photographer, Translator, Video Gamer, Scuba Diver, Free Diver, Oregonian living in Kigali, Rwanda. I enjoy photography, playing video games, snorkeling and scuba […] 🌉 bridged from ⁂ mas.to/@saja0486, follow @ap.brid.gy to interact

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Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/10/2026

An illustration featuring a cartoon dog, sitting with a content expression, surrounded by tree characters, camping equipment, and a cozy tent. A speech bubble contains an inspirational message about gratitude and staying thankful.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 11/10/2026

Rainy day Sunday.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 10/10/2026

Relaxing afternoon in Kigali.

A scenic view of a suburban area, featuring green trees in the foreground and houses with colorful roofs in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, with distant hills visible on the horizon.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 04/10/2026

#FFXI in #FFXIV. Still struggling with RNG to collect the RDM AF 1 and AF 2 from the Alliance Raid. But I love that they put a mithra in Lowwr Jueno with the RDM AF1 and staff for healing I used in FFXI!

Screenshot from Final Fantasy XIV featuring two characters standing side-by-side in front of a stone wall in Lower Jeuno, both wearing Red Mage artifact gear consisting of red and black coats, matching boots, and feathered hats.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 06/09/2026

A panoramic view of a urban area featuring a mix of residential homes, some under construction, and taller modern buildings in the background. The scene is set against a cloudy sky, providing a sense of depth and layering in the landscape.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 13/08/2026

Diani Beach 🏝️ relaxing on vacation.

A sandy beach scene with a calm turquoise sea in the background. Five camels are walking along the shoreline. Lush palm trees frame the image, contributing to a tropical atmosphere. Fluffy clouds are visible in the blue sky.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 07/07/2026

七夕🎋 Tanabata

A night scene featuring a starry sky with the Milky Way visible, framed by silhouettes of tall, dead trees. The ocean appears calm in the foreground, with hints of grass and shoreline.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 28/06/2026

Morning coffee ☕️

A colorful mug with a design featuring Okinawa-themed artwork, filled with coffee, sits on a marble table.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 17/06/2026

The DRC played a good game against Portugal.

Scoreboard from the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Portugal and DR Congo, ending in a 1-1 draw. It indicates Portugal's position as 2nd and DR Congo as 1st in Group K.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 14/06/2026

Image shows the match result between the Netherlands and Japan in the FIFA World Cup 2026™, indicating a score of 2-2. The Netherlands is listed in 2nd place, while Japan is in 1st place in Group F.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 31/05/2026

Umuhire! RSSB Tigers, Abatware ba BAL 2026! Congratulations! RSSB Tigers, 2026 BAL Champions! #BALChampions #RSSBTigers

A dynamic graphic celebrating the RSBB Tigers, showcasing multiple players with excited expressions and poses. The text prominently states "BAL 2026 CHAMPIONS." The design features bold colors, including blue and gold, emphasizing the team's victory.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 29/05/2026

The image features a stylized starship soaring through a starry, swirling galaxy, reminiscent of Van Gogh's "Starry Night." The text at the bottom reads, "To boldly Gogh where no van has Goghed before"

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 28/05/2026

Morning from Ethiopia 🇪🇹

A view of a city's skyline featuring various buildings, some under construction, with a clear sky and distant hills. In the foreground, there is a green grass area and parked cars along a road.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 27/05/2026

Tako-Yaki Museum

A brightly lit restaurant sign features a cheerful, cartoonish orange demon character with blue horns and a wooden club. Below the character, Japanese text is displayed, along with food menu items highlighted on signs. The setting suggests a vibrant food stall atmosphere.

Interior view of a food venue or museum featuring red and white lanterns. A sign displays "たこ焼きミュージアム" (Takoyaki Museum) along with various menu items. Benches and tables are set up for dining

A close-up of a black container filled with several round, fried dumplings topped with a glossy brown sauce, chopped green herbs, and shavings of dried bonito fish.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 22/05/2026

おはようございます☀ Good morning from Kagoshima!

A cluster of light blue hydrangea flowers amidst green foliage.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 21/05/2026

Lunch

The image features a restaurant interior with a wooden counter and several sake bottles displayed. Menu items are prominently featured on hanging signs, each detailing different dishes and prices written in Japanese. The atmosphere suggests a cozy dining environment.

A serene entrance to a traditional Japanese-style building surrounded by lush greenery and colorful flowering shrubs. Wooden benches are placed along a path leading to the entrance.

A Japanese meal featuring a wooden box with assorted vegetables, sliced meat, and a small bowl of dipping sauce. Accompanied by a bowl of colorful rice topped with pickled items and seaweed, and a bowl of soup with vegetables and meat.

A colorful Japanese meal displayed on a red wooden tray. The main dish features a bowl of clear broth with noodles, sliced meat, and green onions. Accompaniments include a small plate with cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and carrot, drizzled with mayonnaise.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 21/05/2026

Kirishima shrine

A view from below focusing on tall, mist-covered trees with a canopy of green leaves above, creating a serene and atmospheric forest scene.

A tall, ancient tree covered in moss, surrounded by fog and dense forest. A wooden fence encloses the base of the tree. The scene conveys a serene, mystical atmosphere.

A misty forest scene featuring a wooden torii gate at the foot of stone steps. The background is filled with tall trees and lush greenery, creating a serene atmosphere.

A serene pathway through a misty, green forest, featuring several figures walking with umbrellas. Traditional red lanterns line the path, and a large torii gate is visible in the distance, partially obscured by fog.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 21/05/2026

Kirishima shrine

A moss-covered stone lantern with a decorative roof and a small window is surrounded by lush greenery in a forested area.

A red torii gate stands at the entrance of a path lined with lush greenery. The scene is misty and rain-soaked, with a person walking in the distance under an umbrella.

A misty landscape featuring the rooftops of traditional buildings partially obscured by fog and surrounded by lush greenery.

A misty view of a traditional Japanese shrine featuring vibrant red buildings and lanterns. People are seen walking under umbrellas on a wet pathway, surrounded by dense greenery and fog.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 21/05/2026

Out and about in Kagoshima.

A view of a city street featuring a large ferris wheel in the background, surrounded by buildings. Traffic lights are visible, along with vehicles, trees, and pedestrian crossings under a partly cloudy sky.

A modern building with large glass windows reflects a ferris wheel in its facade. People are visible in the foreground, and traffic signals are present. The scene captures a blend of urban architecture and amusement attraction.

A life-sized statue of a man in a white suit with a bow tie and glasses, resembling a famous fast-food mascot. The statue is placed in front of a fast-food restaurant, with menus and a promotional poster visible in the background.

A restaurant named Sukiya with a modern exterior, featuring a ramp for accessibility. It's evening, with outdoor lighting on, and electrical wires above. Two promotional posters are visible on the side walls.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 21/05/2026

Lunch

A traditional Japanese meal featuring soba noodles served in a rectangular box, accompanied by a bowl of rice topped with seaweed, a bowl of broth with a raw egg, a small dish of chopped green onions and wasabi, and dipping sauce.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden entrance, featuring white noren curtains. The exterior is surrounded by lush green trees and flowering plants, with stone pathways and a decorative lantern in the foreground. The sky is clear, indicating a sunny day.

A Japanese meal featuring various dishes: a bowl of soba noodles, a plate of assorted tempura (shrimp and vegetables), a small dish of grated daikon with a drizzle of soy sauce, a side of sliced cucumbers with pickled vegetables

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

Lunch

The image shows an entrance to a restaurant, featuring green fabric hanging banners with Japanese text. Inside, various patrons can be seen, and there are signs indicating takeout options and operating hours. The floor mat is green with a diamond pattern.

A plate featuring sliced, golden-brown tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) served with shredded lettuce, a slice of tomato, and a dollop of yellow mustard.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

A view looking up at tall trees with a bright sky visible between the branches. Part of a traditional structure is seen at the bottom, suggesting a natural setting. The text indicates a recent photo from a Pikmin Bloom weekly recap.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

The image displays a map related to the game "Pikmin Bloom," featuring locations visited between May 11 and May 17. It highlights new locations with markers and includes a list of cities such as Kagoshima, Shibushi, etc.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

The image features a colorful design from the game "Pikmin Bloom." It displays a date (May 18, 2026), a step count of 16,401, and a congratulatory message in Japanese.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

Good morning from Kagoshima

A concrete bridge spans over a river, set against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Lush green grass lines the riverbank, and vehicles are visible on the bridge. The scene depicts a tranquil landscape with infrastructure.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 18/05/2026

Out and about in Kagoshima city

A promotional mural featuring a scenic view of Kagoshima, Japan, with a prominent volcano in the background. It includes greetings "Welcome to Japan" and "Welcome to Kagoshima," along with an advertisement for YAMAKATAYA Department Store

A light green tram is stationed at a stop on a sunny day, surrounded by trees and modern buildings. The streets show pedestrian crossings and a clear blue sky is above.

A ferry departs from a dock with a sign displaying the name "桜島フェリー." The scene features calm waters, with boats in the background, and a clear blue sky.

A close-up of a savory dish featuring a beef patty topped with a runny yolk fried egg, surrounded by noodles, vegetables, and a rich sauce. The presentation is on a decorative plate.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 18/05/2026

Sakurajima

A scenic view featuring a ship docked at a harbor, lush grass and small white flowers in the foreground, and a mist-covered mountain in the background against a clear blue sky.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 17/05/2026

Sakurajima

A hazy view of Sakurajima volcano rising above the ocean, with visible smoke in the air. The shoreline is partially visible in the foreground, reflecting sunlight on the water.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 17/05/2026

Lunch

A ramen restaurant is shown with a brick exterior. The establishment features large signs in Japanese, indicating it specializes in ramen. A few parked cars are visible in the foreground, along with telephone poles and blue skies overhead.

A bowl of ramen featuring a rich, light brown broth, topped with green onions, sliced pork, and bean sprouts. The noodles are visible, floating in the savory broth, all served in a decorative bowl.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 13/05/2026

Enjoying Kagoshima

A transparent Honda dealership featuring multiple cars displayed on different levels. The building is surrounded by traffic signals, and there are signs indicating a charging point for electric vehicles. The exterior showcases modern architecture.

A scenic view featuring a mountain in the background with a plume of smoke rising, surrounded by greenery and communication towers. The sky is clear with a hint of clouds.

A traditional Japanese-style shrine is situated in a lush green setting, featuring a sloped roof and red accents. Two stone figures, possibly representing guardian deities, are placed on pedestals flanking the entrance.

A vending machine featuring various types of crepes displayed in clear packaging, labeled with prices. It includes signage in Japanese and a photo menu. The machine is located outdoors, near a parking area.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 13/05/2026

Lunch

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 12/05/2026

シロクマ🐻‍❄️

A large bowl of dessert topped with a variety of colorful fruits, including cherries, pineapple, and gelatin cubes, sitting on a white plate with a spoon beside it. The dessert appears fluffy and is held by a hand.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 12/05/2026

Lunch

A beautifully arranged Japanese meal featuring sushi, miso soup, assorted vegetables, and green tea. The sushi, presented on a slate, includes three pieces of grilled meat atop rice. A bowl of miso soup with green onions is also visible

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 11/05/2026

Soba for lunch

A bowl of soba noodles topped with tempura shrimp, tempura vegetables, and sheets of nori.

A traditional building with a sloped roof and wooden architecture, featuring a large water wheel in the foreground. The setting includes green trees and landscaped gardens, with a parked silver car nearby and a clear blue sky overhead.

A traditional Japanese meal featuring green tea soba noodles in a black bowl, accompanied by tempura vegetables on a wooden tray. Additional items include a bowl of rice with bamboo shoots, a small dessert with a red bean topping, etc…

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 10/05/2026

Good morning from Kagoshima!

A view of a street lined with cars and trees, leading toward a mountain in the background, which is emitting a plume of smoke. Electrical wires are visible in the foreground, and various advertisements are present along the roadside.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 10/05/2026

Sushi for dinner.

A collage featuring a brightly lit sushi restaurant sign in the top section. Below, four dishes of sushi are displayed: slices of fish on rice, grilled salmon with lemon on rice, a raw seafood dish with an egg yolk and toppings, and sushi

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 10/05/2026

Kagoshima ramen for lunch

A bowl of ramen soup featuring slices of pork, green onions, and bean sprouts in a creamy broth. The bowl is decorated with traditional Asian patterns.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 10/05/2026

Morning from Tokyo

An airport landscape featuring parked airplanes, including a Japan Airlines aircraft, with a view of the city skyline in the background. Extensive taxiways and parked vehicles are visible, along with greenery and signage. The sky is clear and blue.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 07/05/2026

[Fire] There’s a fire 🔥 in the house under construction right behind our house.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 11/04/2026

Lunch

A close-up of a dish featuring seasoned rice mixed with green and yellow bell peppers, herbs, and bits of meat, served with a wedge of lime on the side. The dish is presented in a white bowl against a textured green background.

A bowl of curry soup featuring strands of fried noodles, slices of red onion, and tender chicken pieces in a rich, yellow broth.

A close-up of a fresh salad featuring shredded green papaya, carrots, and tomato, garnished with cilantro and crushed peanuts. A lime wedge is visible on the side.

A plate of golden-brown, rectangular fried snacks garnished with a sprig of cilantro, accompanied by a small dish of dipping sauce.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 08/02/2026

Image features a humoristic text emphasizing the importance of commas in writing. The phrases "LET'S EAT GRANDMA" and "LET'S EAT, GRANDMA" are presented, followed by the statement "COMMAS SAVE LIVES."

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 08/02/2026

A humorous image featuring a sign that reads "CROCODILES DO NOT SWIM HERE," placed near a body of water. The text at the top states, "How English can get you killed."

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 25/12/2025

@rakuno Merry Christmas and Happy holidays!

A festive Christmas greeting card featuring the phrase "Merry Christmas" in various languages, surrounded by a light gray background with white Christmas tree illustrations. It conveys warm wishes for peace, kindness, and joy during the holiday season and the upcoming year.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 25/12/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

A festive Christmas greeting card featuring the text "Merry Christmas" in various languages. The background is light with subtle illustrations of Christmas trees. The message conveys wishes for peace, kindness, and joy during the holiday season and the New Year.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 14/12/2025

A brightly lit Christmas tree decorated with colorful lights is visible on a balcony in Kigali. The scene is set during twilight, with greenery and buildings in the background.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 09/11/2025

#DailyPikminBloom

A digital character with a plaid shirt and beanie poses confidently with a wink and raised hand. Behind them, a group of colorful, animated characters in a grassy setting celebrates.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2025

Happy Halloween!

A festive Halloween illustration featuring a cheerful black cat beside a carved pumpkin with a smiling face. A friendly ghost floats above, and a bat hangs in the background, set against a purple night sky with stars and a full moon.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2025

#DailyPikminBloom

A vibrant digital image from the game Pikmin Bloom, featuring animated characters celebrating a walking event. Players are dressed in colorful outfits, with various themes including Halloween.

Michael / マイケル 사자 🦁 @saja0486.mas.to.ap.brid.gy · 30/10/2025

#DailyPikminBloom

A group of colorful characters in a virtual setting, styled in playful costumes, poses with various Pikmin and items, celebrating a walking achievement of 100,816 steps.