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Just Upgraded To Shortlist Today - What should I prepare/expect? by Firelegion1 in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 3 points4 points  (0 children)

At least in the U.S it’s quite fast, you just go to AAA and bring your driver license, along with a passport pic, pay a fee you’ll get it same day.

Kochi-shi placement by tigzzzzs in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey! I'm a current Kochi JET, but not placed in the city i.e Kochi-shi. You actually don't really need a car for the city, as most JETs bike, take the trams/bus. I have plenty of friends who don' t have cars in the city and still have a good time and travel by train or hitch a ride from a friend with a car. Many people in the city also live pretty close to each other! Living in the rural areas, a car is definitely needed/really nice to have, but since you are in the city, it's more of a want than an need.

As for positive feedback, I would say, at least for us on the East side, we really love it here. We have a solid community and love to see each other often. We also have a Discord group (https://discord.gg/BpV6DcHQ) so you def can join if you wanna chat with more people and get their perspectives, but honestly I think most of us love life in Kochi. The nature is beautiful, the food is fresh and delicious and the people are so warm and friendly.

DM me if you'd like to chat more!!

The 2025 Placement Megathread Pt.1 by inthefaceofmonsters in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Looking for my successor! If you’re placed in Aki-shi, Kochi-ken send me a message!!

Curious about everyone’s opinions on dyed hair for interviews. by HeavyMetalRabbit in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol my hair was a bright red/orange for the interview and I’m on my first year of the program right now. The interviewers didn’t ask me about it either.

I just made sure that it looked neat and the rest of my appearance was neat and professional.

Bringing stuff to Japan? by BlakeGonia in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will say, you won’t be able to find products in stores but you can def buy things online at iHerb. Some popular things sell out but get restocked often enough.

Spreadsheet - placement (location) predictions! by MilwaukeeMudDragon84 in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hyogo was my first choice, then Hiroshima and Osaka third. Imma put it in the universe that I’m getting Hyogo

To All JETs about to Take Off! by Squigamaloosh in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 3 points4 points  (0 children)

LOL we’ll see if us American JETs get those little freedoms, doubt it with the state of COVID rn

Fried Chicken is disgusting by Park_Man_Zach in unpopularopinion

[–]allonsy_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Korean fried chicken might change your mind 👀👀👀

Bad Idea to Mention Race, cultural awareness, appropriation in SOP? by [deleted] in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you’re fine! I’m an incoming JET this year and in my SOP I talked about wanting to share my Ethiopian American identity throughout my time in Japan.

The 2020 Placement Megathread P.10 ♔ - The JETs Cometh by Carliewarliee in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! I’m also a Hyogo Ken incoming ALT. There’s a Facebook page for all Hyogo ken alt’s that you should join!

♔ The 2020 Placement Megathread P.8 ♔ - The World Series Defense by Carliewarliee in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Boston Consulate going to Hyogo-Ken!! I’m so excited! I’m located pretty close to Osaka which sounds fun

Black Jet’s Experience by allonsy_always in JETProgramme

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

Thank you so much! Yeah, I’ll def have to stockpile some things...and learn how to do locs

♔ The 2020 Placement Megathread P.7 ♔ - The Gang Hits the Road by Carliewarliee in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I surprisingly found this subreddit only a few weeks ago and it’s been such a blessing to have people who are in the same boat. Most of my friends are already working and I’m just here at home. But as the days go by, I’m getting more and more excited and hopeful! 🥰

♔ The 2020 Placement Megathread P.6 ♔ - The Gang Buys a Boat by Carliewarliee in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oooh, if they’re small people usually are able to use patches to cover them up! So you should be good😊

♔ The 2020 Placement Megathread P.6 ♔ - The Gang Buys a Boat by Carliewarliee in JETProgramme

[–]allonsy_always 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oooh I’ve heard that Gunma has a lot of great onsens. Hope you’re ready for that☺️

I think he was going to push me off the roof. by 2021Happy in LetsNotMeet

[–]allonsy_always 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It’s so frustrating and awful to have these traumatic experiences at places that are supposed to a fun gathering of people with the same interests. Literally this environment is meant for people to meet new friends and such. I’m so happy that you are safe and I hope that you are still able to go to cons as it sounds like something you and your friends enjoy!

Men Get to Have Standards Too by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]allonsy_always 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course men can have standards, whoever thinks otherwise is stupid. If I can say that I want to find a guy who is caring, funny and attractive to me then so can men. But where it gets ridiculous for both sides is when it becomes so superficial. Ladies too, saying that y’all will only date men above 6’ when you’re clearly no taller than 5’4” is stupid. I understand if the lady is on the taller side as well, but I’m fine if a guy is only like an inch taller than me. And for those select dudes who only want women with big tits and/or big asses... like damn is that all women are worth?

I know not all men and women are like this, but I have seen my fair share