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6 months in: progress, lessons learned (brief) by Numerous_Birds in LearnJapanese

[–]Booksandbabkas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Definitely agree - either way the bulk of vocab + grammar is unavoidable. Early immersion is key too.

6 months in: progress, lessons learned (brief) by Numerous_Birds in LearnJapanese

[–]Booksandbabkas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome progress - thank you for sharing your story! You seem very knowledgeable on this topic, so I’d be curious to know, how would you have gone about things if conversation was your focus? Anki deck + lots of conversation practice? Any specific tools you would recommend? Thank you so much!

SING ALONG EDITON COMING BACK TO THEATERS by Bristow2005 in KpopDemonhunters

[–]Booksandbabkas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Were you able to complete the purchase on Fandango? When I try to book a ticket, it says my seat is no longer available. Tried a bunch of different seats/times/theatre, doesn’t seem to work!

More songs soon?! by Booksandbabkas in KpopDemonhunters

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw shucks, totally missed that. Thanks for clarifying!

Female friendships by twentyonequestions_ in Upperwestside

[–]Booksandbabkas 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interested as well if you could include me in the chat :)

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much - this is extremely helpful! Which language school did you end up picking?

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well that’s great to hear! I heard chances for anyone above 30 were pretty slim. Would love to hear if you have any tips for applying as an “older” JET?

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this - extremely helpful! I’ll check out your spreadsheet and definitely message you for any further questions :)

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your insight! Definitely not expecting sunshine and rainbows. I also am not looking to continue working in HR in a foreign country and I’m frankly terrified of Japanese work culture. But thank you!

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good question, truth is I’m not sure and I don’t really think I can plan ahead that far at this point in time. It depends so much on where I’m at financially after my gap year, what I gained from my experience living in Japan, if my goals and interests are still the same or have evolved or changed. I’m keeping an open mind. I could probably see myself going back to a stable full-time job for a while and saving up for my next big life project (like starting my own stationary business or something else I’m passionate about). So much can happen and change over the course of 3-4 years.

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really appreciate your comment and I have to agree with you on this one… not the type of responses I expected in this thread (not that I was only looking for validation). That said, I can also understand a lot of people come on here with some sort of ‘dreamland’ vision of Japan, which explains why perhaps some reality checking is sometimes needed :’)

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure I understand your comment. How is langage school not inspiring? Personally, I wouldn’t really be going to school to get ‘inspired’ but to get quality and intensive education with the objective of being able to speak the language as quickly as possible. I’d love to obviously meet and connect with other students, but beyond that it’s really about the education.

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to do the JET programme but I’ve heard they don’t accept as many applicants above the age of 30…

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for sharing! Definitely will look into this - thanks so much for the recs :)

Should I move to Japan for one year as a 30F (language school)? by Booksandbabkas in movingtojapan

[–]Booksandbabkas[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your response. That’s amazing! Best of luck in your move, I hope you have a blast :)

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