Although its nearly the end of October, autumn arrives slowly in Kyoto. The best time to observe koyo (紅葉), or the change of the autumn leaves, is in mid-November. Will post more pictures when that happens. Especially pretty is the momiji, Japanese Maple. 
This is my first (and only) line of defence against winter and robbers. A flimsy sliding door that I have to be careful not to bang into when I walk in and out in case I smash it accidently. Thank god I have a heater for my room now.
This is my internal security system. When I am in the apartment and sleeping etc, this is the only lock I've got!
This is the external security measure. The metal bracket is attached to the wood by 2 small screws. I think an 8-year-old could pull it out of its socket.
Ok back to studying for me. Wish me luck eh!
