Hi, I’m Ryu.
I’m a former accounting professional who spent nearly 20 years working in accounting firms and corporate finance roles in Japan.
A few years ago, I was diagnosed with a spinal tumor. Surgery was successful, but the long rehabilitation that followed changed how I view work, health, and life.
Leaving my corporate career wasn’t an escape—it was a redesign.
On this site, I write about living with health limitations, rebuilding work in sustainable ways, and using financial knowledge to protect everyday life.
I’m not here to share success stories or quick wins. I write about the process—the uncertainty, the adjustments, and the quiet decisions that come with rebuilding life step by step.
If you’re navigating illness, career changes, or financial uncertainty, I hope you’ll find something here that reminds you you’re not alone.
Published: Jan 19, 2026