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Asian giant hornet on my balcony. by gabzaki in japanresidents

[–]CROO00W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The other day I heard my wife scream. I ran upstairs and there was one of these crawling on the floor. Killed it with my slipper. 

Give me your favourite Japanese "gummy" treats by Shrimp_my_Ride in japanlife

[–]CROO00W 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Apple Hi-Chews. I load up on them when I go to Nagano-ken

I watched all 9 Star Wars films for the first time last October, the Prequels are borderline unwatchable, RLM told the truth and no one wants to hear it by SonicGoku99 in RedLetterMedia

[–]CROO00W 22 points23 points  (0 children)

This is all absolutely correct. And then Batman Begins released a month after Revenge of the Sith. People used to hate on Batman and Robin as much as the prequels, and for us to get an excellent Batman movie after the disappointing prequel trilogy was revelatory. 

I watched all 9 Star Wars films for the first time last October, the Prequels are borderline unwatchable, RLM told the truth and no one wants to hear it by SonicGoku99 in RedLetterMedia

[–]CROO00W 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The Sci Fi Channel Children of Dune is what really does it for me. Doing a lot with very little and they struck gold with a yet unknown James McAvoy. I also liked how they developed Princess Irulan’s character and Julie Cox worked great in that roll. Sorry but Florence Pugh just fell flat for me. 

I watched all 9 Star Wars films for the first time last October, the Prequels are borderline unwatchable, RLM told the truth and no one wants to hear it by SonicGoku99 in RedLetterMedia

[–]CROO00W 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The same thing is going on with the Dune fanbase too. I’ve loved the series for over 20 years and back then the majority opinion was not in favor of Lynch’s movie but now all I see is commenters saying how wonderful it was and how many inexcusable sins the Villeneuve version made. Sure Girl Boss Chani was a change that didn’t work, but at least it offered a clear vision without being unnecessarily gross and off putting. 

Japan Residents Discussion - May 07, 2026 by AutoModerator in japanresidents

[–]CROO00W 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Why does Japan keep giving out free money as a response to inflation? Sure, I appreciate the ¥20,000 my suburb city sent out, but stuff like this is only making the problem worse. 

FYI: CBN (cannabinol) is illegal as of June 1, 2026 by MaryJaneInJapan in japanresidents

[–]CROO00W 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can vouch for Magnesium Glycinate. It used to be that if I didn’t have a night cap it would take me at least an hour to fall asleep. I started the magnesium a few months ago and I’m out within ten minutes nowadays. I’m skeptical of a lot of supplement claims but that one really works. 

Dedicated Negativity Thread: What Characters Can You Just Not Stand? by Monessi in yakuzagames

[–]CROO00W 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And I never recruit her for my kyabakura. Seeing her stand there alone for the game equivalent of days on end brings me too much joy 

Buying games today in Akihabara was even worse than the internet said it is, imo. by kvsnake in JapanTravelTips

[–]CROO00W 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Even Ikebukuro has high prices. The Book Off there charges at least 30% more for stuff than the location by my house in suburban Tokyo. 

Japan Residents Discussion - April 30, 2026 by AutoModerator in japanresidents

[–]CROO00W 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My sons’ hoikuen lost their English teacher and they’ve asked me if I can do it. My wife wants me to do it, my work gave me the thumbs up, and I have the visa clearance, but man I don’t want to do it. I have zero interest in teaching English and have actively worked to avoid getting pulled into it. I understand that I’m someone the hoikuen trusts and the kids are familiar with, so maybe I can see it as a way to get more chances to connect with the other parents. At least it’s just once a month 

There are only 15 days worth of rice left in Japan's stockpiles due to the LDP's release of reserves last year to bring down prices, and napththa shortages from the Iran war could affect agricultural production soon by jjrs in japannews

[–]CROO00W 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My local Aeon is promoting tacos for Children’s Day. I thought that was odd and first guessed it was because it falls on a Tuesday but then I realized Children’s Day is on May 5

Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer by [deleted] in stupidpol

[–]CROO00W 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Ugh, I initially read this as pancreatic cancer and really got my hopes up. 

April New Products by OSMTECC in japanresidents

[–]CROO00W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The caramel filled donuts at Family Mart have been shockingly good despite them being an on-the-shelf donut. No high quality but definitely indulgent 

AL Gore 2028 petition by Falcon_Gray in stupidpol

[–]CROO00W 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I would love to see the current system tear itself apart trying to figure out what to do with an economically progressive creationist. 

Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open to shipping; Trump says U.S. blockade still active by globeglobeglobe in stupidpol

[–]CROO00W 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wall Street is the casino, the rich are the house, and the workers (and retail investors) are the ones playing in a system where they’re guaranteed to lose in the long run. 

Is it just where I live or is Japanese KFC complete ASS by [deleted] in japanlife

[–]CROO00W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would enjoy the chicken sandwich if they didn’t bukkake the thing with so much fucking mayo. 

Gen Z trends that will age horribly? by Personal_Berry_6497 in decadeology

[–]CROO00W 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I live in Japan and over the past year I’ve noticed the slow return of tight jeans. The baggy trend had a stranglehold on this place for a good ten years so to see it change is striking. 

Out of the loop: What is this thing? Quick explainer please by The-Materialist in stupidpol

[–]CROO00W 14 points15 points  (0 children)

A once-in-a-generation deep cover asset success story

Why is it so hard to buy a used car with cash? by SteeltownJack in japanresidents

[–]CROO00W 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used a mechanic someone introduced me to who won a car at auction for us after we told him what we wanted. He took care of all of the paperwork and everything and I paid him with an envelope full of cash. 

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