I remember seeing my students EVERYWHERE I went in Shimamoto!  There were times that it was nice, and times when I hated it.  Either way, being the only foreigner in a small town means you don't have much privacy.  Everyone knows when you're out and about.  Put two foreigners together in a small town and you're sure to get some attention.  It's also frustrating when students are trying their best to speak to you in English and you have no idea what they really mean...