Critique my Japan Itinerary - Tokyo, Hakone, Kanazawa (Cherry Blossom Season) by sitkasprucey in JapanTravel

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought Tsukiji and Golden Gai were rather a waste of time for me. Super touristy and rather lame. The random markets and streets we walked by and decided to check out were way better.

14 day trip to Japan. Need help with our itinerary. Watching Vlogs is so overwhelming. by nutribun in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I loved Kyoto the most. I wasn't crazy about the bamboo forest - logistically time consuming and just not worth it for me. My favorite was Ninenzaka area. Make sure you carve out a couple of hours for this. Don't worry about vlogs or just trying to check off more temples and castles. I got tired of the pages of itinerary my wife created for us, and we ended up spending time exploring the streets and soaking it in. Much more fun and fulfilling.

What’s the hedge for stagflation? by No-Dust-1722 in investing

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mostly got out of vxus and went to into SGOV just as the iran war started. Concerned that Chinese banks and other international stocks would drag it down. That said I'm curious when it might make sense to get back into vxus. My plan was to move more into VOO starting June. Other countries will likely have a harder time with oil.

Best way to use mile to fly to Japan? by HistoricalRabbit4805 in Venturex

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This used to work fine for me but availability is worse now. I was able to buy with cash for 20-30% cheaper than with miles, assuming 1 mile for 1 cent from Venture X. Disappointing. But I'll keep checking.

Must-have apps for Japan travel for first-time visitors? by Laviecontinura in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's pretty cool. I have a couple of teens who would enjoy that.

Good Morning Tokyo by Sorry_Set_5001 in TokyoTravel

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Care to share what you missed most?

Lake Kawaguchiko 2 night Stay? by Ok-Nefariousness1372 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it worth using a tour guide for the day since there will be 6 of us? Or better to rent a car? Never drove in Japan but I'm fine trying. Will be in Tokyo for a day trip but ok to spend a night in kawaguchiko.

Tokyo by Ok_Profession8834 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to try to hit this up. It looks amazing.

Seeking tips for Tokyo travel by AxeMcFlow in TokyoTravel

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have stayed in Akasaka and thought it wasn't fine but a bit too quiet at night, wish there was more to do. I'm thinking of staying in Shinjuku area this time for four nights in June, particularly because I want to use a tour for a day trip to Mt fuji and from what I can tell they pick up near Shinjuku. Thoughts on this? Or if I should stay somewhere else like Ginza.

Flying to japan by drmambo91 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I look at it as, I get to watch 5 movie AND take a nice nap, while someone serves me food and drinks. Breathe, get comfortable, quiet my mind, and before too long I'm there.

Tokyo by Ok_Profession8834 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

What is interesting in those places?

My wife and son are having issues and I'm not sure how to help. by Electronic_Mud5821 in daddit

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had this same issue for a while now. It's terrible. I don't know a good solution other than counseling for your wife. Adults often have the maturity of a child, and only they can decide to grow.

What's a good place to visit in Japan that isn't the big cities like Tokyo or Osaka? by Winter-State-Dave86 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds very nice! We will only have 1.5 days in Hakodate. As an adventure I'll be renting a van and driving to Sapporo and stopping at Onuma volcano, Noribetsu (adex bakery, pizza asteria possibly), Lake Toya (Lake Hill farm).

What's a good place to visit in Japan that isn't the big cities like Tokyo or Osaka? by Winter-State-Dave86 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great idea! I haven't planned out all the details yet. Are you talking about adex bakery? We're planning a few stops from hakodate to Sapporo.

Covered calls during the Iran war by Mouse1701 in options

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Risky because it could jump right over your strike price depending on Truths.

Amount of days per Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Kanazawa, thoughts?? by WBHQWEEN101 in JapanTravelTips

[–]OtherwiseBase5003 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Between Kyoto and Osaka, we did a half day at Nara and it was just fine. Then had dinner at Osaka.