...what jgirls like. But listen to Oscar. Being cool is all fine and good, but looking friendly and fun is better. That is what a smile communicates.
Although I wouldn't wanna hang out, "get down", and break dance with the hip hop crowd, it sounds to me like you're having a helluva good time, and I applaud you for that. I wish more gaijin guys were as adventurous and accepting...there'd be a whole lot fewer whiners...