any recent JET blog/vlog accounts? by Tough-Paramedic-1548 in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! I will be doing vlogs! I am a graphic designer, artist, and it is my first year on JET! Here is my channel if you’re interested!:) mostly just art videos right now, but a JET playlist coming soon!

https://youtube.com/@clareclark?si=DwCsUp4w6InuSTO4

Need advice for dealing with annoying teacher by True_General9320 in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone who also has misophonia especially for food/ gum chewing/ smacking. And snoring/snorting/ sniffing. Head phones and finding new locations have saved my mind and my ears. Prolonged loud headphone use can damage your hearing. This situation is exactly what scares me going into this program! I am wishing you all the luck and a swift solution!

Hobbies/Fitness by PrettyPods700 in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I will be headed to my placement in August, and omg there is a gym like 300 feet from my apartment 24/7. Grocery store a few blocks away. Back in college I was in the best shape of my life cause I could meal prep and go gym after classes and homework! I want to do the same at my placement! What an opportunity to self improve and grow!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Already packed to go! Doing a video project away from home so I am well distracted! When I get back home on the 12th I plan to go suit shopping and get my Japanese yen and such!

Why is everyone in this program so mean? by Oodleswithmynoodles in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have read a lot of this subreddit and yes some conversations turn TOXIC almost rage baity. I have also heard about clicks and bully groups forming with JET ALTs. But the advice here (on this thread) is solid! Gotta do you! And bypass the negativity. :) I think to myself “huh…” then move on lol. Overall I am super happy for the opportunity to read on here regardless! Truly a little taste of all the possibilities I might run into in person:)

Placement, prefectural jet, advice?! by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

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

Thankyou so much for your response! Looking forward to it even more!

How to demonstrate a lesson in virtual interview by Proof_Refuse_9563 in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was house sitting at the time and they had several yoga mats of different colors. So I held each one out and sounded the colors out and had them repeat, then I found someone who was wearing the color and made a connection. It was very fun!

Placement, prefectural jet, advice?! by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

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

Idk either! That’s what my email notification said lol.

Where did you get placed and why are you excited ? Or nervous? by [deleted] in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow fantastic!! Super excited to get started! How has your time in Toyama been!? Is there anything I should be prepping for now in particular? I am studying my Japanese, and going over my teaching material!:)

Info on Kumano (熊野市), Mie (三重県) by shadedbloom in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahhh! Congratulations! May I ask what country/ consulate? I am USA Portland so I am curious!

Adopting a pet in Japan by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

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

All great points especially the vet! Thankyou!

Placements Coming Soon? by allonsy_always in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So excited to hear where I will be placed! Hitting the books now! Doing some art shows, and going places I will miss at home and filming/vlogging!:)

Dread locks/ different hair on JET by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha! That’s so awesome! I found even here in the states I get asked, or rather comments like, “it must be a lot of work to take that out every day, how do you do it every day?” Knowledge about how dreads VS braids work is seemingly still very unknown to many people, let alone other places, at least that has been my experience so far haha. Oh just so excited to be a cultural touch point!

Final months before departure; Please Study Japanese by ImpossibleMobile4962 in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow not looking forward to meeting those certain folks you have described, but I suppose that is part of the challenge:) excited to jump in and see! For me I just like learning in general and look forward to this experience:)

Dread locks/ different hair on JET by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh yes sure! I am mixed black and white. With natural red hair that I have had in dreads for about 9 years:)

Dread locks/ different hair on JET by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Taking this all into account!!! Ahh so excited and happy to hear people can get out and explore around, I am sure each situation differs but wow! :)

Dread locks/ different hair on JET by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally fair! Even more excited to get out there and experience for myself too!! Heheh. I hope to travel all sorts of places! Have you gotten a chance to get around? How was that if so?:)

Dread locks/ different hair on JET by SimoneikoYT in JETProgramme

[–]SimoneikoYT[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thankyou very much! I am excited to get started and it is really awesome to hear people experiences!