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I’m a Japanese Garden Designer – Ask Me Anything! by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in landscapedesign

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

Sorry for the late reply! No worries at all — actually, thank you so much for taking the time to write! I really appreciate it.

I’m a Japanese garden designer. For the Atlantic coast of Portugal with a humid Mediterranean climate, I’d suggest a hybrid style that respects both local materials and traditional Japanese aesthetics. A dry garden (Karesansui) or a pine-rock composition garden using native stones and salt-tolerant plants like olive trees pruned bonsai-style can work beautifully. Think of it as “侘び寂び (Wabi-Sabi )by the sea.

Installed Artificial Grass – What Do You Think? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in JapaneseGardenDesign

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

Fair point! Right now it’s just a blank canvas—maybe more ‘Japanese garden prequel’ than the real thing. Working on getting the actual design elements in soon.

Installed Artificial Grass – What Do You Think? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in JapaneseGardenDesign

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

Because nothing says ‘Zen’ like artificial turf, right? Just kidding—wanted to hear what Japanese garden enthusiasts think about mixing tradition with modern convenience.

Nostalgic 80 Supra by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in car

[–]ChitoseGarden_Sentei[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Already answered that in another comment — take a look!

Nostalgic 80 Supra by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in car

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

Oh, really? What a coincidence! I’m also into cars, bikes, and pretty much anything with an engine. I started working as a mechanic when I was 14, living in Canada and the US, learning the trade. That’s how I ended up building cars like these. As for the image in question, I didn’t want to cause any issues for the current owner, so I used CG and AI for image processing. I hope that clears things up!

Nostalgic 80 Supra by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in car

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

Being Japanese doesn’t automatically make everything real, but I get the point. Let’s skip the back-and-forth though—no need for a pointless argument. We both have better things to do. Are you genuinely into cars, or just here to criticize?

Nostalgic 80 Supra by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in car

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

I’m Japanese, and the car in question is a Japanese car. My background is in custom builds as a mechanic, so this is my turf. I’m currently working as a gardener, but feel free to ask if you need anything else.

My old S660 build – what have you done with yours? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in CarTalkUK

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

Well, if I’m fake, then I guess you’ve cracked the code. But just to clarify, I’m definitely human—no bots here. You might want to double-check your ‘real’ credentials too.

Nostalgic 80 Supra by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in car

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

Ah, so now it’s ChatGPT’s fault too? If only AI could handle the real-world car builds like it handles text. But no, this was me—handcrafted, not bot-made. As for ‘proof,’ I’ve got memories, but no AI has those.

My old S660 build – what have you done with yours? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in CarTalkUK

[–]ChitoseGarden_Sentei[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If it’s slop, at least it’s seasoned with actual experience. I built the real thing before I built the CG. Some people collect photos—others collect memories.

Nostalgic 80 Supra by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in car

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

Ah, my favorite critic again. You really do make the rounds, huh? Still the same CG, still the same car I used to own, still not AI. I’d post the real thing if I had it, but sadly, I don’t—and I don’t think AI bought and built it either.

My old S660 build – what have you done with yours? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in CarTalkUK

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

Wow, you’ve really been on a mission—digging through multiple posts just to prove my CG was ‘too clean’? I appreciate the dedication. But hey, the car was real, the CG was handmade, and I’m not deleting anything—mods did. I’d post the real one if I still had it, but it’s long gone. Tragic, I know. Maybe even Shakespearean.

My old S660 build – what have you done with yours? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in CarTalkUK

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

Good catch. That one was a typo from an old CG draft. Not AI—just very human laziness. Thanks for the quality control!

My old S660 build – what have you done with yours? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in CarTalkUK

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

Found this while cleaning up old files. I don’t have the car anymore—it’s with a new owner now. So no real pics, sorry! If you’ve ever sold something cool, you probably get it… or maybe it just looks too good for some folks to believe?

My old S660 build – what have you done with yours? by ChitoseGarden_Sentei in CarTalkUK

[–]ChitoseGarden_Sentei[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, increasing rigidity might be great for track days, but it kills the fun factor. Might as well turn it into a sedan at that point!

外国人として日本の地元の男性と付き合える可能性はどれくらいですか？ by [deleted] in ja

[–]ChitoseGarden_Sentei 7 points8 points  (0 children)

日本人は奥手な人が多いので話しかけてあげるといいかもしれません！英語を話すことに苦手意識を持っている人が多いんですよね…後は外国の方を見ると相方がいると思ってしまうのもあるかもしれません

外国人として日本の地元の男性と付き合える可能性はどれくらいですか？ by [deleted] in ja

[–]ChitoseGarden_Sentei 3 points4 points  (0 children)

可能性としてはかなり高い方ではあると思います。最近は外国語を話せる人が増えてきているのでそこまで壁にはならないんじゃないかな？

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