David, I was likely calling the dance when you met Yukie. Congratulations! No wonder I haven't seen you around lately. I have to very strongly urge you to follow the advice of Lindsey and Lisa. That is exactly what I would do. Keep it VERY BASIC or as Ted Sannella advised, KISS! That said, check with Eric Black <eric(a)mirador.com>om>. I know Eric from NEFFA among other venues. He has lived in Tokyo and led contra dancing there. I can't vouch for the above email but he was in the Bay Area last I knew. Good lick, John McIntire, Unity Maine