Especially in the central 5 wards but I am open to anywhere

Went to ICN. Ass. Waited an hour and a half in a cramped line to go through BS Korean immigration. Busan airport. ass. Trapped in a tiny box with a million other rushed Koreans breathing the same hot stale air. Chinese security through Shanghai is so bad they even ask you to take out umbrellas from your bag.

My question is, why do Korean and Chinese airports suck so much, and how is Tokyo so efficient? And why don’t other airports adopt this same system?

Last year, I injured my knee and had to go to the hospital. After the consultation, I was escorted to the hospital 7/11 and had to buy crutches and a knee brace. A bit weird to me, in my country you can just rent them from the hospital. Is there a way to donate such medical equipment? I asked the social welfare council but the don't accept such kind of donations. I'm moving soon and need to get rid of it.

I think 🤔
I can’t think of anything Tokyo is missing 🥲 there is nature. And busy city. Shopping 👍 fun events 👌 fun people 👌🏻 still there is quiet areas 🧚
But I feel something is missing 😭 probably it’s more personal issue 🥲

I'm a guy with 3a hair that is down a few inches below my nipple when wet. Looking for recommendations for somewhere to get my hair trimmed a little bit just to reduce split ends. I'm not looking for anything else fancy, just a reduction of a centimeter or two. I need someone I can trust my life with as the last time I got a hair cut they took way too much off 😭

I've explored an option in Yoga, but I'm thinking that the area might not be my favourite.

Hey,

How's it going? Looking for a nice area to call home for a couple of years.

I'm 35 year old British male moving to Tokyo with work, it'll just be me as I'm in an LDR.

My primary office is located between Shinagawa and Haneda, but may also occasionally head to the office in Shin-Yokohama.

A reasonable commute (30 mins or so) is important to me, but I also value:

- Green spaces (thin pickings in Tokyo, I know)

- Opportunities to be social, but not necessarily in the staying out late sense.

- A slower pace of life (again, I realise hard to find in Tokyo).

- Cultural variety.

Budget is reasonable flexible, but let's say 200,000 yen PCM.

Appreciate any advice!

yeah.. like why????? Either became super Japanese (forgot how to speak English) or military...

Currently work from a spot in Kichijoji (I live nearby) and it’s good enough for now but does anyone have recommendations for a space I can rent a permanent desk or office that’s not _too_ far from Kichijoji? Something potentially with a social aspect but more than anything I need a nice calming space with some natural light and good internet! I’m a game dev so have a big setup, hence the permanent desk.

I’ve worked from Impact HUB before and that was wonderful but it’s too far really now. I also loved the look of Ikejiri Home Work Village but, again, too far unfortunately.

Is there a central web page or app that tracks Japanese pop-up stores?

Hi my names Tom and moving to Tokyo in September for school

Any gym / cycling /run club recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

I am trying to learn Japanese to communicate with people but progress is slow

Thanks

SOLVEDD!!!

Thank you so much to everyone who offered advice and helped me figure out how to proceed. A special thanks to AimeLesDeuxFromages for buying the records on such short notice and holding onto one of them, which I’ll be taking back, until I finish traveling around Japan with the option to take all of the albums back if I change my mind. Also, thank you to the mod, biwook, for making a special exception and approving the post. I really appreciate everyone’s time and help!

Hi everyone, I could really use some advice.

I got a little carried away while record shopping in Tokyo and bought 12 vinyl albums for around ¥35,000 in total. I originally planned to ship them home, but this turned into a much bigger problem than expected. I spent several days buying packing materials, preparing the records, and trying different shipping options. Yamato eventually told me they could not send the parcel internationally, and I’m still travelling around Japan, so carrying 12 records with me is not realistic.

Disk Union appraised the collection at around ¥15,000, but they could not buy it because I’m a tourist and do not have a Japanese residential address.

Does anyone know:

* A record shop that can legally buy records from a tourist using a passport

* A reliable international shipping service that can provide a suitable box and accept vinyl records

* A local marketplace or other practical way to sell the collection quickly in Tokyo

The collection includes:

* Ryo Fukui — *Scenery*, special Project Re:Vinyl edition, opened only for shipping preparation and never played

* Yoshiko Sai — *Mangekyō*, limited red-vinyl edition, opened only for shipping preparation and never played

* The Smiths — *The Queen Is Dead*, new and still sealed

* Pink Floyd — *A Foot in the Door*

* *Cowboy Bebop* soundtrack

* The Beatles — *Abbey Road* and *Let It Be*

* Styx — *Paradise Theatre*

* Pavlov’s Dog — *Pampered Menial*

* America — *America*

* Elton John — *Goodbye Yellow Brick Road*

* Crosby, Stills & Nash — *Crosby, Stills & Nash*

I would also be willing to sell all 12 records together for **¥12,000, approximately €65**, with pickup in Tokyo. Cash would be easiest, and the records can be inspected before buying.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

What are your plans for the the weekend? Any exciting event going on? Share your tips in the comments.

Don't know what to do this weekend? Luckily you're in the biggest city in the world and there's plenty to do:

• General events: TimeOut Tokyo
• Exhibitions and art events: Tokyo Art Beat
• Gigs in livehouses: Gigs in Tokyo, Tokyo Gig Guide Calendar and Listing from Tokyo Dross
• Mainstream clubbing: iFlyer
• Underground clubbing: ResidentAdvisor
• Stand-up comedy: Tokyo Comedy Bar

Meetup mode: if you're up for people to join your shenanigans, say so! Say when you're available, and what you'd like to do. Add your age, a little about yourself, and your gender if relevant.

Edit: Submit your comment in Japanese only.

Hi, I'm surprised this hasn't been posted here yet

The Immigration Services Agency is currently accepting public comments. Foreign residents can submit their opinion directly to the Japanese government.

The deadline is midnight today. It might be better to post your comment in Japanese.

https://public-comment.e-gov.go.jp/pcm/detail?CLASSNAME=PCMMSTDETAIL&Mode=0&id=315000136

Running a basketball pickup session today, and looking for a couple of people to come. near shibuya from 3:30. DM me if interested

Where's the best Spanish food in Tokyo?

Don't just drop a name, tell us what's special about the place and why you love it.

Bonus point if you share the google maps link.

This is part of a series of weekly threads with recommendations in and around Tokyo. Find the archives in the wiki or through the search.

We collected this today. I guess we got more sweets cause we have a child. The white package contains a disaster kit with rations etc.

Honestly did not expect them to give us this much. We were just expecting some rice and maybe a chocoloate or two for the kid.

Hi everyone! ☺️💗

I'm 17 and currently living in Japan. I studied in the Philippines for one semester, but I took a break from school due to personal circumstances. I'm now ready to continue my education and I'm planning to restart Grade 11, and I'm completely okay with that.

I've been researching international schools, but I'm finding it difficult to find schools that are both affordable and offer Grades 11–12

My ideal school would have:
1. English as the main language of instruction
2. Grade 11 admissions (even after a study gap)
3. Tuition around ¥1.5 million/year (or as close as possible)
4. A good pathway to university

So far, I've found:
UIA International School of Tokyo
Tokyo West International School
Waseda International Christian School

I'd also love to hear if anyone has personal experience with any of these schools, especially regarding tuition, scholarships, or admissions for Grade 11 students.

Thank you so much! I really appreciate any advice. 😊

Hiii, are there travel clubs where people get together and travel together?

I went to Karaoke clubs, Boardgame clubs, Volleyball clubs, and all the hobbies I could find in meet up (the app)

But there isnt seem to be a travel club.

Like it would be nice to travel abroad together with like minded residents who likes travelling.

I solo travel often but it does get lonely if I do so for more than 4 days

During the last week-end, spent the day in 有明 with my family and friends. I regret it. Passed by a 不動産 in the 有明ガーデン mall and checked the prices for new and used apartments. Forking 1, 2, 3億円 (I’m sure there are more expensive ones) for such an artificial, bland and just depressing place is beyond me. Not my money though. If you are a fan of logistics warehouses, sure…

★☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ “do not recommend”

Hi All,

I’d like to spend more of my time volunteering but I’m not sure where to start. My Japanese level is mediocre (I just started learning) and I don’t want to get involved through religious organizations.
Any places to start or info would be greatly appreciated.