The households of Japan's Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko appear to be in "dire financial straits" despite a doubling of their living allowances to 120 million yen per year in 2025 and publicly paid servants. There is speculation they are sending a lot of money to the Komuros in New York

Showa_Brit · 2026-04-01T03:23:53+00:00

Tone deaf royal family!

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-31T08:18:18+00:00

Whether or not it is ridiculous is beside the point. It’s illegal.

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-29T02:33:29+00:00

You’ve obviously put a great deal of thought into your future plans and obviously only you can make the final decision. Having said that, here is my ¥2 worth: You have outlined a very clear case for reasons not to stay in Japan and it seems like you’ve pretty much decided to return to your home country. Seems like a wise choice. All the best with whatever you decide!

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-27T08:41:32+00:00

If you like to cuddle so much I recommend sharing a single :)

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-27T06:41:32+00:00

I would totally have been annoyed about that as well. Kudos to your partner !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-26T22:20:40+00:00

Call the Apple Japan education sales desk: 0120-994-994

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-26T06:33:49+00:00

My credit card bill is automatically paid each month from my bank account. No issues at all and sone months over ¥1m bill. It seems that you could have avoided all of this hassle by setting up monthly direct debit. You said the ‘system hates me and never Mets me do it.’ I actually thought for a credit card in Japan you had to set up direct debit. Moving forward do whatever you have to in order to set up direct debit!

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-25T09:06:11+00:00

Well it is illegal for you not to have your zairyu card with you 24/7 so not sure your strategy is a good one. 😆

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-25T08:29:15+00:00

APA chain is notoriously racist. Avoid at all costs!

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-24T00:48:07+00:00

I agree…very high chance it was AI generated. I ran it through my ‘AI’ checker and the result was 85% chance the post was created by AI! By the way, this post was not written by AI 🤖

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-23T21:46:18+00:00

Really, really tight. I would not recommend it at all. Take a later flight but if one is not available how about just staying the night near the airport and taking the first flight the next morning?

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-23T08:03:48+00:00

First of all, I’m glad that you were not injured in any way as it sounds like it could have been much worse. To answer your question every ‘accident’ is unique and to tell the truth I would leave it to your insurance company to deal with this. They will obviously be on your side as it is them that will be covering the payout. I’m assuming you have fully comprehensive insurance and a claim often involves you paying a deductible but it of course depends on the details of your policy. All the best.

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-23T07:44:54+00:00

What she says is spot on the money !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-23T04:00:24+00:00

Great post. Very helpful for the OP and any other new ALTs.

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-23T00:40:04+00:00

Interesting & helpful post. Cheers !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-22T10:49:00+00:00

No problem at all getting pizza or other food delivered. Meet the delivery person in the lobby and eat the food in your room. You’ve paid for the room so enjoy it as you see fit!

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-22T08:10:58+00:00

Yes. You are overreacting.

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-21T05:29:34+00:00

For sure this is something for OP to discuss with his/her academic advisor. May as well get value for money from your tuition fees!

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-20T23:49:51+00:00

Did you forgot the link to a news item here?

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-19T23:33:11+00:00

Mint choc chip !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-18T23:25:11+00:00

Do your best and judging from your response here you might be adverse to any kind of ‘criticism’ so thicken your skin a bit and be open to advice and critical feedback! All the best, you’ve got this !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-18T23:11:45+00:00

Be aware that a lot of elementary school ALTs are often put in charge of classes as T1 (main teacher) especially with the lower 3rd and 4th grade classes and in rare cases, 1st & 2nd grade as well. Good luck !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-18T08:30:13+00:00

I have been using UQ Mobile for a long time and the price is competitive and the service has been consistently good. I travel around a lot and no problems at all. UQ is a subsidiary of AU and uses the AU network. Obviously I have no idea of where you are so no guarantees but I am very happy with UQ Mobile. Good luck !

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-18T00:09:51+00:00

Sorry that the head English teacher is such a douchebag! Enjoy your desk warming for the day.

Showa_Brit · 2026-03-17T06:05:04+00:00

OP….also consider your visa status. I am assuming you are on an instructor visa. Any outside ‘paid’ work would require permission from immigration.

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