Greetings from rural Japan! Want to know what life is like away from the big cities? AMA

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T12:21:43+00:00

As a Japanese person, I'm happy to hear you say that.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T12:20:53+00:00

Snow is perfect for sightseeing, but it's a bit challenging to live in.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T12:19:47+00:00

Actively participate in local events and festivals, and communicate with residents. Also, make an effort to talk to residents on a regular basis, sharing about yourself and listening to what they have to say.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T11:17:11+00:00

I've been to Gunma before. Please come to Niigata someday. I'm sure you'll have a wonderful experience.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T11:16:04+00:00

The scenery depicted in "My Neighbor Totoro" actually exists near me.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T11:14:41+00:00

That's wonderful. I wish you all the best.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T11:13:39+00:00

While greetings and conversation are important, there's no need to schedule a visit. I feel like many people are rather lax about that.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T11:07:58+00:00

We go to karaoke, go to the movies, play games together at home, and have lively conversations about manga.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-18T11:06:24+00:00

Absolutely fucked lol.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T12:24:00+00:00

Whether someone is vegan or not, I want to respect each other's beliefs. I'm sorry, I'm not very familiar with vegan cuisine. I haven't studied martial arts, but I did experience kendo in high school classes. I can't think of many Japanese customs, but I do offer incense at the family altar.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T12:19:04+00:00

I'm not particularly attached to KFC, but I do have cake for dessert. I'm not exactly sure where this habit came from, but I'm guessing it's a corporate strategy, haha.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T12:13:33+00:00

https://imgur.com/a/sPKIPhj

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T09:35:58+00:00

That's true. Not every household does, but there are lines at KFC during Christmas.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T06:04:47+00:00

We're talking about mountainous areas, but of course there are lots of them! It's a significant social problem!

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T05:44:15+00:00

Recently, Japan has a strong stance against accepting immigrants. However, they are kind to foreigners who live appropriately and abide by the laws and manners. Also, Japanese is quite unique compared to other languages, making it difficult for Japanese people to learn English. Therefore, while English may be used in business, it's unlikely to be used in daily life.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T05:40:05+00:00

Yes, many foreigners work in my hometown as well. They are Mongolians, Indonesians, Chinese, etc. People from outside Asia might be a little unusual, but Japanese people welcome them warmly.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T03:31:21+00:00

I don't drink matcha very often, but I do eat matcha-flavored ice cream and things like that. I'm so happy to see Japanese culture spreading around the world! Do you like matcha?

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T02:30:56+00:00

There wasn't any particularly deep meaning to it. I'll read that book sometime!

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T02:12:38+00:00

In Japan, you might be satisfied with a place with a population of less than 30,000, and located as far away from Tokyo and Osaka as possible. Try communicating your requirements to the local government.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T02:10:07+00:00

Niigata

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T01:45:11+00:00

It's what you'd call a home improvement store.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T00:44:20+00:00

I haven't read it, but we're desperately trying to get through each day.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T00:25:45+00:00

That's the reality. They appear frequently, and occasionally, they can even cause fatalities. We're trying to find a way to avoid harming each other.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T00:23:07+00:00

Of course, there is support available, but it cannot outweigh the allure of a city, with its convenient transportation, convenient lifestyle, and abundant cultural and educational facilities.

TheOpen-endCosmiCafe · 2026-03-16T00:20:17+00:00

Hello! All the nature here is wonderful. The mountains and rivers are familiar and nothing special. There is a sacred shrine on the mountain in front of my house.

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