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I'm booking a Tokyo trip for May with the full knowledge that I'm gonna be pissed when our dumbass politicians get it cancelled
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mikeycp posted:I'm booking a Tokyo trip for May with the full knowledge that I'm gonna be pissed when our dumbass politicians get it cancelled It’s going to be awesome when other country’s don’t allow people coming from the US in.
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Mar 10, 2020 06:27
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I know the US is running a huge trade deficit, but exporting corona virus patients is probably not the way to solve that.
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Mar 10, 2020 07:07
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KidDynamite posted:It’s going to be awesome when other country’s don’t allow people coming from the US in. thats why i got out last week. 
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Mar 10, 2020 09:04
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realtalk should I cancel my trip later this month? United would allow us to reschedule the plane ticket but I bet I’d be in the hole for jrpass and any stuff where I initiate the cancellation. also my wife isn’t panicked about it yet so I’d be ruining this for her if I was overly cautious for no reason if I follow advice on hand washing and being careful to avoid yaoi style situations on the train are we good?
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Mar 10, 2020 15:58
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Flat Daddy posted:realtalk should I cancel my trip later this month? United would allow us to reschedule the plane ticket but I bet I’d be in the hole for jrpass and any stuff where I initiate the cancellation. also my wife isn’t panicked about it yet so I’d be ruining this for her if I was overly cautious for no reason If you're young and take basic precautions you're probably fine. Don't meet old family members for two weeks after you get back and all. I'd say go for it but caveat infector.
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Mar 10, 2020 16:10
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Flat Daddy posted:realtalk should I cancel my trip later this month? United would allow us to reschedule the plane ticket but I bet I’d be in the hole for jrpass and any stuff where I initiate the cancellation. also my wife isn’t panicked about it yet so I’d be ruining this for her if I was overly cautious for no reason Re: JR Pass - you can exchange up to 90 days after you ordered and set the activation days within 30 days of that. So you could potentially delay your trip a couple/few months but you'd be running into rainy season and pre-Olympics. You might consider delaying slightly due to closures of some popular attractions but no guarantees they don't extend their closures (but they might find it too painful to do that).
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Mar 10, 2020 16:26
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I wish airplane tickets actually did get as absurdly low as people pretend they're getting I would brave three plauges for an impromptu Japan vacation
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Mar 10, 2020 17:41
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Yawgmoft posted:I wish airplane tickets actually did get as absurdly low as people pretend they're getting I would brave three plauges for an impromptu Japan vacation Very much same.
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Mar 10, 2020 18:31
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How low are people pretending they're getting? I've seen $300 ones from the US and one of my friends in Korea snagged a $6 round trip to Tokyo.
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Mar 10, 2020 18:37
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Grand Fromage posted:How low are people pretending they're getting? I've seen $300 ones from the US and one of my friends in Korea snagged a $6 round trip to Tokyo. Jokes are $200. My flight is still way cheaper than current prices as I found it during a flash sale.
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Mar 10, 2020 18:38
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Yawgmoft posted:I wish airplane tickets actually did get as absurdly low as people pretend they're getting I would brave three plauges for an impromptu Japan vacation I got a round trip from Detroit for 351 (August) and then round trip to Takamatsu from Haneda for free thanks to JAL. They are absurdly low.
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Mar 10, 2020 19:04
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hmmm https://news.delta.com/delta-reduces-japan-flight-schedule-due-covid-19quote:Delta will reduce its weekly flying schedule to Japan through April 30 and suspend summer seasonal service between Seattle and Osaka for 2020 in response to reduced demand due to COVID-19 (coronavirus). i still haven't received a cancellation or any notice for my first week of may trip taking the seattle to osaka route.. e: finally logged in and they canceled it lmao Phone fucked around with this message at 19:57 on Mar 10, 2020 |
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Mar 10, 2020 19:45
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Air Canada still being cool about letting me fly to the forbidden zone early May 
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Mar 10, 2020 20:10
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No email, nothing lol Their login page is also making GBS threads the bed, but I found alternative routes that winds up being -6 hours in country and then changing my 1 layover to 2 layovers each way. Not the end of the world but annoying as hell.
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Mar 10, 2020 20:28
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Yawgmoft posted:I wish airplane tickets actually did get as absurdly low as people pretend they're getting I would brave three plauges for an impromptu Japan vacation 500 round trip from lax is absurdly cheap, my guy
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Mar 10, 2020 23:05
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How easy is it to find computer touching jobs as a non-Japanese and non-speaker (at the moment) in Tokyo or Kyoto? Asking for a friend.
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Mar 11, 2020 00:46
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Well that explains why my Delta flight home on March 8, they probably loaded a bunch of Portland people on it. I was hoping it would be as empty as on the way over so I could lay down across the bench again.
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Mar 11, 2020 01:17
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KidDynamite posted:How easy is it to find computer touching jobs as a non-Japanese and non-speaker (at the moment) in Tokyo or Kyoto? Asking for a friend. If it's for software development engineer position, not terrible (assuming you have the skills for the position). Most of the international companies do not have language req for the dev roles. I know Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Indeed, Mercari, and Rakuten almost always have Japan positions they are hiring for. Otherwise, not that easy. Only other thing to keep in mind is, to try and join a Western company with a Japanese branch vs a Japanese company that has expanded internationally. Much less risk of dealing with a traditional Japanese work culture.
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Mar 11, 2020 01:38
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The other thing I’ve heard is that pay is more in line with normal non-management jobs, but at the same time Tokyo isn’t exactly the Bay Area when it comes to housing costs.
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Mar 11, 2020 02:17
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Flat Daddy posted:I bet I’d be in the hole for jrpass Contact JR and see if they will cancel it. Lots of travel companies making exceptions due to the virus. This is if you plan to not come, obviously. Also, make sure you have excellent health insurance.
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Mar 11, 2020 03:09
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Yeah Japanese companies have been super accomodating. JAL refunded my full itinerary even though I fell outside their guidelines, the only hard part was getting them on the phone.
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Mar 11, 2020 04:32
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Business of Ferrets posted:Contact JR and see if they will cancel it. Lots of travel companies making exceptions due to the virus. This is if you plan to not come, obviously. Also, make sure you have excellent health insurance. They charged me a 10% refund fee for mine, but yeah. They were accommodating.
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Mar 11, 2020 04:42
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harperdc posted:The other thing I’ve heard is that pay is more in line with normal non-management jobs, but at the same time Tokyo isn’t exactly the Bay Area when it comes to housing costs. Yeah, US dev positions pay significantly more than the rest of the world. Last time I looked into it, non-US dev salaries capped out right around where US dev salaries started. Cheaper rent, universal healthcare, not paying for a car (better mass transit), etc. does help even the playing field a bit. But the US positions pay so much, that they still end up coming out on top if money is the primary concern.
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Mar 11, 2020 06:53
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The stupid cheap flights are on EVA Air through Taiwan. drat these prices are good.
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Mar 11, 2020 07:32
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.Z. posted:Yeah, US dev positions pay significantly more than the rest of the world. Last time I looked into it, non-US dev salaries capped out right around where US dev salaries started. Cheaper rent, universal healthcare, not paying for a car (better mass transit), etc. does help even the playing field a bit. But the US positions pay so much, that they still end up coming out on top if money is the primary concern. Yeah I was mostly joking after waking up to the terrible primary results(IMO.) I looked for like 30 minutes and salaries seem to be like half of what I currently make in NYC. Head to Dotonbori for the night. Bummed because Disney is extending their closure so that probably means Ghibli will extend theirs as well. Two new free days in Tokyo. Will probably spend at least one of them at the arcade. BYW where are the good arcades in Tokyo?
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Mar 11, 2020 08:48
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Like anywhere
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Mar 11, 2020 09:04
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I remember one great arcade for older fighting games in akiba when I was there a few years ago but I couldn't find it this time (but I didn't look that hard either). I don't think it was a Sega or Namco arcade but I'm probably just misremembering.
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Mar 11, 2020 10:21
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There's this one in baba: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attract...fecture_Ka.html
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Mar 11, 2020 11:07
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KidDynamite posted:Will probably spend at least one of them at the arcade. BYW where are the good arcades in Tokyo? Game Center Mikado in Takadanobaba
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Mar 11, 2020 11:29
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Taito hey in Akihabara has a whole floor of old rear end shmups if that's your thing
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Mar 11, 2020 11:40
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netcat posted:I remember one great arcade for older fighting games in akiba when I was there a few years ago but I couldn't find it this time (but I didn't look that hard either). I don't think it was a Sega or Namco arcade but I'm probably just misremembering. One of the main Sega (i think) arcades at the main akiba street has a floor dedicated to VF5 along with some Tekken and Fate Unlimited Codes. Maybe you're thinking of that?
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Mar 11, 2020 11:56
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Archer666 posted:One of the main Sega (i think) arcades at the main akiba street has a floor dedicated to VF5 along with some Tekken and Fate Unlimited Codes. Maybe you're thinking of that? Maybe. It had a bunch of SF2/SF3 cabs and other older fighting games but I remember losing a lot at those two. There's probably a few arcades like that in akiba though.
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Mar 11, 2020 13:14
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Alright wife wants to go in October, whats the best goon poo poo to do around Tokyo? Are there any good festivals around that time? Also I am hearing I cannot go to a hotspring because I have a tattoo, is that true?
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Mar 11, 2020 14:06
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You can't go to some hot springs because you have a tattoo. https://tattoo-friendly.jp
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Mar 11, 2020 14:20
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Thanks for the arcade suggestions y’all! Wife wants some beef in Osaka we have a good size budget but it doesn’t have to break the bank ya know. Also I want to eat at least 8oz of beef I’m over having amazing taste and the it being gone so quickly. Can anyone come through with an awesome recommendation? Edit: After spending the night in Dotonbori Osaka seems like it’s a lil shady lol. I also think if I was a younger man and single this city would get me in trouble.
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Mar 11, 2020 14:48
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Ghetto SuperCzar posted:Alright wife wants to go in October, whats the best goon poo poo to do around Tokyo? Are there any good festivals around that time? Also I am hearing I cannot go to a hotspring because I have a tattoo, is that true? I went in October last year and mostly had a great time going around eating, visiting shrines and temples, parks, shopping, and museums. Honestly, it's best to do plenty of planning but still be realistic that you may not see/do everything you want. Also plan to have plenty of time between your main destinations for diversions and other stuff that piques your interest along the way. Lastly, October is mostly fine for weather, but we did almost get stranded there when Typhoon Hagibis (aka the biggest typhoon since the 1950s) hit Japan. So if possible, plan for late October.
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Mar 11, 2020 14:49
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Ghetto SuperCzar posted:Alright wife wants to go in October, whats the best goon poo poo to do around Tokyo? I mean that's like asking "yo what's good in New York City," Tokyo has at least two of everything and tons of touristy poo poo. I mean we just gave out some arcade locations and mentioned Akihabara multiple times on this page, otherwise the ultimate fallback plan is getting beers/chuhai at a convenience store and chilling in a public park. go browse a bit and see if anything strikes your fancy. October is good, the weather is nice (except when typhoons come through). quote:Are there any good festivals around that time? Also I am hearing I cannot go to a hotspring because I have a tattoo, is that true? not many good festival-rear end festivals, but there might still be some tsukimi (moon watching, though more of a September thing). also yeah check the hot spring list because more and more are realizing 1. foreigners have money 2. some of them might have ink but they're still alright people.
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Mar 11, 2020 14:52
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KidDynamite posted:Edit: After spending the night in Dotonbori Osaka seems like it’s a lil shady lol. I also think if I was a younger man and single this city would get me in trouble. yes to both. osaka owns.
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Ugh, I’m slowly coming to grips with the fact that I will likely postpone my May trip. Stinks, since it was the only thing keeping me sane with crazy work stuff going on. Tentatively looking early to mid October now, but my AirBnB selection sucks again  I have about a month until I have to make a decision on existing travel before I incur any non-trivial cancellation expenses, but my crystal ball seems to be malfunctioning :|
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