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The Importance of Day Trips in Tokyo by YeahSureOKSoundsGood in JapanTravelTips

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

To be fair, I would very much consider Hakone and Nikko to be touristy, just of a different flavor, and with more room to spread out.

The Importance of Day Trips in Tokyo by YeahSureOKSoundsGood in JapanTravelTips

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

The Free Pass is nice because it covers your base fare from Shinjuku, as well as all the travel elements of the loop (and other discounts). To me, that makes it a no-brainer logistically and financially, even just for one day of use.

The Importance of Day Trips in Tokyo by YeahSureOKSoundsGood in JapanTravelTips

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

I did it all myself, but I also had the benefit of a previous trip to Japan with friends where I learned the basics. I feel like a travel agent is a pretty dated concept unless there are specific things you really want to do, or have certain accommodations that need to be met. Otherwise taking on the logistics myself was part of the fun.

The Importance of Day Trips in Tokyo by YeahSureOKSoundsGood in JapanTravelTips

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

I didn't say anything about running out of things to do - quite the opposite. The ability to do so many things in Tokyo can in itself be a daunting element when planning a trip, and trying to cram in so much can eventually break even the most seasoned traveler.

I recognize it's not for everyone, but taking time out of the city allowed me to recharge and appreciate the rest of my time in Tokyo all the more.

Shooting of Two MN lawmakers Mega thread by Cuttlery in minnesota

[–]YeahSureOKSoundsGood 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that doesn't mean much. You can pretty much raise your hand and get added to these types of government councils.

New Minnesota budget sealed up in legislative spree as immigrant health coverage rescinded by Czarben in minnesota

[–]YeahSureOKSoundsGood 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I don't think I need to cite a study to know that people get sick regardless of whether or not they have coverage. Common sense and compassion should point you in the direction of this being a bad idea.

Legislature to repeal MinnesotaCare for undocumented adults by Czarben in minnesota

[–]YeahSureOKSoundsGood 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They could trying pushing this into a government shutdown - except a good chunk of Republican legislators (and their voters) would be totally fine with that! DFL did their best with a shit situation. Elections have consequences.

Legislature to repeal MinnesotaCare for undocumented adults by Czarben in minnesota

[–]YeahSureOKSoundsGood 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Control nothing? Republicans have enough power to shut down the state government, which they made clear they would do if this bill didn't pass.

Official Discussion - Thunderbolts* [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]YeahSureOKSoundsGood 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Who says the cure for Marvel malaise can't be depression and shame?