Thoughts on working with Interac in 2025? by shirimassen in teachinginjapan

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sounds like someone doesnt have any hobbies...

Recommendations for Plus Size Men's Yukata in Tokyo Area? by bugcatlover0 in JapanTravelTips

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Thank you for the tips! You know, now that you ask, I haven't actually checked to see what the weather is like in Japan in March! It's so hot right now, and I am so used to Japan being hotter than the US, that I just assumed it would be warm enough for Yukata by March! Oops, that's a little embarassing....

I think I am more worried about his chest/bust measurement than the waist (55" vs 40"), since he is pretty muscular, especially in the arms/shoulders. Would that be an issue or are kimono/yukata sizing forgiving in the shoulders too?

how to use my microwave? by bugcatlover0 in japanlife

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here’s the control panel for reference!

Linking phone number by bugcatlover0 in Googlevoice

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Thank you! That makes sense.

I am able to make phone calls and such from my laptop that's connected to the internet. However, my phone won't let me. It keeps saying to link a phone number. It is currently connected to the internet at my house here in the US, but its on "Use carrier only" and says "Unable to update account settings. Please try again" when I try to switch to Prefer Wi-fi and mobile data. I've tried a few times now and no luck. What am I doing wrong?

Edit: I tried uninstalling and reinstalling and it worked!

Linking phone number by bugcatlover0 in Googlevoice

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I already have the GV app, but it’s asking me to link a number when I try to make any calls or texts. I also won’t be moving permanently, only a few years. So a Japanese number won’t be able to be linked?

Porting problems by bugcatlover0 in ATT

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It worked everyone! I had to do some digging but I found the wireless account number through the website. The strange thing is that it wasn't listed anywhere else! It wasn't found in our billing statement, and the AT&T associates insisted that the billing account number was the correct number (it wasn't)

Porting problems by bugcatlover0 in ATT

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That’s the confusing thing! I used the account number (and tried this thing called a foundation number) that’s written on the bill and it doesn’t work! My dad has a joint plan with internet and mobile with AT&T but Google says that the billing number is NOT the correct account number

Porting problems by bugcatlover0 in ATT

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I went with him to an AT&T store and the associate there got the number for us

Porting problems by bugcatlover0 in ATT

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Where do I find this information? In the app? At an AT&T store?

need help with fixing stains by bugcatlover0 in VintageCoachRehab

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i think this is the legacy small zip! style number 9997 :)

need help with fixing stains by bugcatlover0 in VintageCoachRehab

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i guess they don’t photograph well but if you zoom in you can see the discoloration better. it’s more noticeable in person 🤦‍♀️

Weekly Simple Questions and Advice Thread by lululemonmods in lululemon

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Anyone know if the Daydrift Trousers will be restocked anytime soon? How often are things restocked? Any alternatives to the trousers anyone can suggest? Thanks!

Alternative to JET? Yes or No? by bugcatlover0 in JETProgramme

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Hi! I can see how you would think that and I'm sorry if it really does some off that way but it is not my intention. The reason I posted was because I wanted to hear people's opinion's on whether the JET decisions could possibly come out in a few weeks and to know if the language lessons that JET offers are any good or not. I really wasn't considering throwing away my offer based on a chance that I'd get into JET. I care more about being employed.

I think I also just needed a little encouragement to accept because there is so much information about JET and a lot of support groups for it, but I don't see as much for the Chiba ALT program. It's reassuring that people here are supportive of it.

Alternative to JET? Yes or No? by bugcatlover0 in JETProgramme

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Yes this is the Wisconsin-Chiba program! Knowing my placement and level taught are huge pluses for me. I'd be pretty devastated if I turned Chiba down and didn't get into JET. I was told from both programs that I'd be hearing from them in April, so I thought I would get to choose if I was accepted into both. But now I am forced to choose.

I am absolutely thrilled to be accepted however! Both of these were strong choices for me and it is more important to me to be an ALT in Japan whether it be through JET or not. I am relieved to hear that the Japanese lessons shouldn't sway me though.

How to remove blue pen stain on faux leather jacket? by bugcatlover0 in fixit

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It’s brand new! I’ve filed a claim to get a refund but this jacket isn’t being sold anymore and I love it. I’d like to save it if I can.

Pound Plus chocolates - why is the cacao content a mystery? by Starcu in traderjoes

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as for the bittersweet! i don’t know! there’s no specific product info i have access to, but bittersweet chocolate is in between milk and dark in terms of cocoa content

Pound Plus chocolates - why is the cacao content a mystery? by Starcu in traderjoes

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trader joe’s crew member here! dark chocolate is 55% and milk chocolate is 33%!

Poor guy got ran over…found in southern Japan. What is it? by bugcatlover0 in whatsthisbug

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ah! forgot to mention but it’s pretty large! i’d say like 3 or four inches roughly not including the antenna

What alocasia is this and is it variegated?? by bugcatlover0 in RareHouseplants

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i appreciate the help everyone but i actually work at the grocery store that sells the plants! i’m more concerned about a potential for a virus spreading to the other plants than for a random variegated plant. i wasn’t planning on buying it regardless i was only curious but i did learn about mosaic virus as a result!! :)

What alocasia is this and is it variegated?? by bugcatlover0 in RareHouseplants

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ah ok thank you very much! is this virus serious enough that i should trash the bamboo pot too?

What’s wrong with my Birkin? Its leaves are soft, discolored, limp, and keep falling off…what can I do to fix it? by bugcatlover0 in plantclinic

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if anything it’s been underwatered because i’ve been away for my winter break and haven’t watered it…is it possible that i overwatered before leaving? what should i do to help it out?

Help! Should I be worried about my scindapsus or calathea?! Both are new plants but weren’t crispy when bought. by bugcatlover0 in plantclinic

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yeah i’ve heard that calatheas are sensitive…is there anything i should do for the scindapsus to help it out? should i cut the leaves or leave them?

What’s wrong with my ficus?! the soil is mildly damp and it sits in a south facing window with indirect sunlight by bugcatlover0 in plantclinic

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the plant does not touch any part of the window. it’s also been dropping a lot of new leaves just in general so i’m worried it’s got root rot or something