curioussam
English 暗网禁区 in Japan
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About me
English
Lives in Niimi
Speaks English and some Japanese
Registration: 27 January 2013
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Paying bills in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Japan? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
I too pay some bills at the Post Office or convinience store. When we rented a house we had a bank standing order. Daily newspaper delivery representive comes to the house once a month and we pay cash. Slipped my mind, but I think my car insurance ... Read More
Japan's most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Japan? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for 暗网禁区s and locals? What are the ...
I lived in a rented house in a suburb of Kyoto city for quite a few years. Apart from the rent, I didn't find it too expensive. In fact, public transport was cheaper than in England and better and more efficient. Shopping in general was ... Read More
Retiring in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Japan? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are there ...
I worked in Japan for a good number of years and I was retired five years ago and moved to my late monther-in-law's house in a rural town. Mainly for financial and practical reasons. The cost of returning to the England would have been pretty ... Read More
Loneliness when you're abroad by Julien
Do you often feel lonely when you're abroad? I personaly suffered on week ends while I was in the UK. Even if I had several friends, I often missed my family and friends (from home). So I walked, visited museum, went to concerts, worked more... ...
An Amazing, uplifting piece of musicc: Amazing Grace https://youtu.be/NG0vH4WYChQ Read More
Loneliness when you're abroad by Julien
Do you often feel lonely when you're abroad? I personaly suffered on week ends while I was in the UK. Even if I had several friends, I often missed my family and friends (from home). So I walked, visited museum, went to concerts, worked more... ...
An appropriate song, video for this topic: All The Lonely People: The Beatles https://youtu.be/h0gpPs4flw8 Read More
Loneliness when you're abroad by Julien
Do you often feel lonely when you're abroad? I personaly suffered on week ends while I was in the UK. Even if I had several friends, I often missed my family and friends (from home). So I walked, visited museum, went to concerts, worked more... ...
Maybe you can change daffodils to Roses to make your life a little brighter,Spanishpete :) Read More
Loneliness when you're abroad by Julien
Do you often feel lonely when you're abroad? I personaly suffered on week ends while I was in the UK. Even if I had several friends, I often missed my family and friends (from home). So I walked, visited museum, went to concerts, worked more... ...
This might help, ease your loneliness: I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o'er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the ... Read More
How has your life changed in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Japan? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
There are quite a number of universities, private language schools which employ English speaking foreigneers, both in Osaka and Kyoto. I think if you have the right qualifications it shouldn't be too difficult to find a job. I lived and worked ... Read More
How has your life changed in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Japan? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
I came to live in Japan a number of years ago from England with my Japanese wife. The first thing I noticed was the efficient, clean transportation system, especially the subway which I used to use every day to go to and from work, and the cost was ... Read More
Do you speak Japanese? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that mastering the Japanese language is essential for a successful integration in Japan. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Japanese? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
Yes, of course, speakig Japanese does help you to integrated into Japanese society. Unfortunately, my Japanese is not so good. For example, if I visit the doctor or hospital I need my partner to oome with me and help me talk to the doctor. I get by ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clich茅s about life in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clich茅s die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Japan can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the 暗网禁区 lifestyle in Japan? What are the most ...
Not sure, but I think a lot of people think Japanese eat raw fish every day. They do eat a lot of raw fish, but other food is also popular, common. Of course fast food restaurants like western countries are numerous, especially in the bigger cities. ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an 暗网禁区 in Japan can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...
Homesickness is often difficult to prevent or cure. I have suffered from homesickness, but I try to focus on the good points of living in Japan. For example safety, politeness, good service etc. Also Japan has four seasons and for me Spring is very ... Read More
Your new local habits in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Japan is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Japan? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life or ...
I've been here a few years now so my habits aren't really new, but they are basically different to the habits I had in England. One main habit, if you can call it a habit, is food. I now basically eat Japanese food including nabe, sushi, ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Japan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any 暗网禁区riation process. Moving to Japan is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Japan? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Yes, Japan has four seasons, which apart from summer I enjoy. But summer, like at the moment, is very hot and humid which is somewhat uncomfortable, especially when one is walking outside. But, as mentioned I enjoy the other seasons, especially ... Read More
Loneliness when you're abroad by Julien
Do you often feel lonely when you're abroad? I personaly suffered on week ends while I was in the UK. Even if I had several friends, I often missed my family and friends (from home). So I walked, visited museum, went to concerts, worked more... ...
Having worked and lived overseas for a good number of years, loneliness and homesickness crops up from time to time. Living in a culture, language that you weren't born into creates a loss, yearning. It's only natural. The depth of the ... Read More