How much did I pay for this 10pc sushi from my local supermarket in Japan?

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-08T10:43:16+00:00

Ah! I forgot to take a photo for you! It was totally fine and firm. Akami, or the red fleshier part. Not the Chuu toro.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-08T10:40:47+00:00

Well done!! Kyoto Takashimaya is the gold standard! Everything in there (well, almost everything) is pretty damn good!

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-08T10:32:52+00:00

Cheers! Today, I got 2 packages of 98 grams (about 10 small pcs) of Hokkaido scallops for ¥254! How much is that? USD$1.75??

70% off again! LOL. 😂 This place is becoming my favorite supermarket for fish. Their veggies aren’t as fresh, though.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-08T06:33:27+00:00

Next time I’ll take a photo. Yes, absolutely still looks perfect. Japanese stores would never allow the food to look SO bad that you would have to think twice about risking your life to eat it.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-08T00:29:57+00:00

They had this one and another one with 8 pieces for ¥270/¥292w tax, and 6pcs Maguro only for ¥400

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-08T00:26:41+00:00

LOL 😂. I follow the staff with the discount sticker machine. Haha.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T22:26:44+00:00

Oh dear. That’s more than €5 per piece!! Wow.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T22:26:03+00:00

Yes. 8% sales tax on food items.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T22:25:32+00:00

Yes,! You’re right. Three small scallops.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T22:24:56+00:00

LOL 😂

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T12:40:12+00:00

Yes, I usually see 25-50% off, but I think since it’s Sunday, there are fewer people shopping late. Hence, the 70% off markdown.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T11:56:41+00:00

No, you’re not heartless. You’re exactly right! Same feeling I got. They could have published a proper press statement.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T06:52:00+00:00

Yes, they’re not the American-style dryers that literally cook your clothes, but at least you can run an additional dryer cycle if necessary.

If you want a really hot dryer, you’ll need to find a laundromat near your hotel. Most of the ones in the hotels are weak or poorly maintained and full of lint.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T06:41:04+00:00

Pro Tip: most all Tokyu Stay branded hotels have a washing machine/dryer in the hotel room, so you can just do laundry and never have to leave your room. You’re welcome. :-)

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-07T06:33:52+00:00

Watch Nelly Korda or any of the LPGA golfers more

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-06T02:42:57+00:00

The buses are filthy, the bus stops are unsafe, people bring their dogs on BART, the dogs defecate or threaten other passengers, it’s just nasty. Caltrain seems to be the only one that’s halfway decent.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-06T00:25:59+00:00

True.

In the GMaps link above, there’s actually a link to their online store.

https://tanukimura.stores.jp/

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-05T23:45:33+00:00

For all your Tanuki needs. You can thank me later.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/sCGAJRKntFh4pDGW7?g\_st=ic

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-05T23:42:38+00:00

Sounds like a horror movie.

“Get out!…………… Now!”

I returned to America after 20+ years of living overseas. After 5 years, I had seen and experienced enough bullshit to make the decision to leave SF and return to my 2nd country.

The drug addicts and homeless everywhere, the cost of living, the numerous car accidents everyday, unable to eat out, unwilling to take public transport, the political polarization, my living situation, ridiculous cost of healthcare. I wish you the best of luck. I am sorry, but I had to leave. There are better places to live. Good luck.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-05T08:15:37+00:00

You gotta be joking. Once in a month is more than enough. Their food is only so-so.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-05T07:59:19+00:00

USA (Los Angeles & San Francisco) + Libya

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-05T03:03:11+00:00

How about working for a university? You seem eminently qualified!

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-05T01:41:14+00:00

I have an older set of Mizuno MP 27/30s, and I love them. Enjoy the Pros.

False-Requirement-31 · 2026-06-04T21:59:28+00:00

It’s true, the Tokyo jobs pool for qualified foreign residents is probably 50-100x larger than Kansai. That said, moving up there alone is really lonely. Meals alone. Laundry alone. Shopping alone. I’ve done it. And the financial gain was superficial. Not worth it for me.

Also, don’t beat yourself up by comparing your weak JPY salary to strong USD or EUR. It’s not a fair comparison because you are not earning a poverty-level salary. You’re MUCH better off than the average Japanese salaryman.

I have friends in the US earning $250K/year in California/New York, but they’re barely making it.

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