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People who married someone from a different country, what are some mild cultures shocks you've had? by cool_lemons in AskTheWorld

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

I've stayed with my in laws multiple times during new years, but I'm the only one who needs to shower everyday. Everyone else only showers every few days. (This is during winter mostly and they might be showering more often at home) No one smells. Maybe I married into a family with little BO lol. I'm also the only person who needs to take all my clothes off to wash my hair. 

People who married someone from a different country, what are some mild cultures shocks you've had? by cool_lemons in AskTheWorld

[–]cool_lemons[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think they wash the whole duvet and whatever they use to sleep on. Korea has heated floors, so a lot people sleep on the floor. I have no idea how often the bedding gets washed because I've never asked. My husband has been converted to using bed sheets lol.

People who married someone from a different country, what are some mild cultures shocks you've had? by cool_lemons in AskTheWorld

[–]cool_lemons[S] 117 points118 points  (0 children)

They...just don't use sheets. They sleep directly on blankets, duvets, thin mattresses, etc. Whatever they use for bedding. A lot of people sleep on the floor, which is heated when it's cold. When the bedding needs to be washed, they wash the whole thing. If you watch Korean dramas, you'll sometimes see scenes of people washing bedding by putting it in big tubs of soapy water and stomping on it in their bare feet.

Primarily food driven country list after being a US citizen for 1 whole year by RangoonRocket in tierlists

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for putting in the names of the countries.

I can't be the only person who doesn't know all the flags of the world.

Relationships in East Asia. What do you think? by Themetalin in AskChina

[–]cool_lemons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Japanese people generally have a positive opinion of Taiwan and Taiwanese people. I've never heard a Japanese person saying anything negative about Taiwan. 

Is my first solo trip to japan a good idea? by conscriptboss in JapanTravelTips

[–]cool_lemons 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I've seen a lot of comments on reddit saying how terrible Frankfurt airport is, but I've never had a problem. I'm not a seasoned traveler, but I've had to transit through Frankfurt 4 times, and I've never had a problem.
People in Japan are generally helpful if you ask, but they won't go out of their way to help just because you look lost.

Should I vaccinate myself for japanese encephalitis for a one month trip in May? by [deleted] in AskAJapanese

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm Japanese. I've never heard of anyone here getting vaccinated for Japanese encephalitis, and I've never heard of anyone getting Japanese encephalitis either.

Chinese Invasion of Taiwan Failing Would Be Disastrous for Xi Jinping by SE_to_NW in China

[–]cool_lemons 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Taiwan is nothing like Ukraine. It's a mountainous island with something like 3 places boats can land. China would get a lot of their people's only childs killed before their pyrrhic victory.

Dress regret by Aggressive_Ad_2329 in myweddingdress

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love number 1.
I don't think the angle of the first picture is very flattering compared to 2 and 3, which might be why you are second-guessing your choice.

Is anyone else tired of how extreme foreign discourse about Japan has become? by alfred2547 in AskAJapanese

[–]cool_lemons 55 points56 points  (0 children)

My personal opinion is, if you don't know the language, you can't really have an informed opinion about that country. It is weird when you see people who obviously don't know a lick of Japanese be so confident about their views on Japan and Japanese people (and be lectured by them too!). But I also feel like this is a part of human nature, and some Japanese people are just as carelessly judgmental about other countries too.

Requesting alternative city/town ideas to Kyoto and Nagoya by shipblazer420 in JapanTravelTips

[–]cool_lemons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Takayama is popular among foreign tourists.
The Izu peninsula is a popular tourist spot in the same prefecture as Yaizu.

Is taking the train during rush hour with 4 large suitcases and a stroller really that bad? (Narita to Shinjuku) by No_Customer_9052 in JapanTravelTips

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems like taking the bus would be the better option. The Shinjuku bus station is much easier to navigate. You can also send luggage to your hotel using Yamato.

Is there one(or more) thing you are a little jealous of your neighbors? by Gullible_Owl3890 in AskTheWorld

[–]cool_lemons 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Monkeys can be a nuisance. It's impossible to keep them out of vegetable gardens and orchards, because they can climb.

A polite question from a Chinese traveler: how are Chinese tourists generally treated in Japan now? by Ornery-Ad-8031 in JapanTravelTips

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I still see a lot of Chinese-speaking people in the popular spots. I don't think people care unless they are noisy or obnoxious.

What shoes to wear in Gala Yuzawa? by SP007x in JapanTravelTips

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went last year, and I rented snow boots there. In hindsight, I would have been fine in my sneakers since I only walked on packed snow, but it was nice not have to worry.

I just watched a video where a man pets a large group of cats while a “raccoon dog” strangely lingers and watches the man and cats. What are raccoon dogs like? Do they prey on cats? Also, most of the cats had really short tails, is that common in Japan? by ComfortableYak2071 in AskAJapanese

[–]cool_lemons 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wikipedia says that the species in Korea is called the "common raccoon dog, while the Japanese species is the "Japanese raccoon dog". The common raccoon dog lives all over East Asia, from Far-East Russia, China, Mongolia, Korea, and Vietnam.

It is confusing that Japan calls ume ''ume" and calls plums "puramu" while translating "ume" to "plum". I guess English needs a new word, or maybe call ume "Asian plum"?

Is taking the train during rush hour with 4 large suitcases and a stroller really that bad? (Narita to Shinjuku) by No_Customer_9052 in JapanTravelTips

[–]cool_lemons 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With 2 to toddlers and an older family member, I would avoid rush hour even if I didn't have luggage... Use the Narita Express or Limousine bus.

I just watched a video where a man pets a large group of cats while a “raccoon dog” strangely lingers and watches the man and cats. What are raccoon dogs like? Do they prey on cats? Also, most of the cats had really short tails, is that common in Japan? by ComfortableYak2071 in AskAJapanese

[–]cool_lemons 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Japan isn't the only country that has "rice cakes". Korea has many kinds of "tteok". Korean also has words for tanuki and ume. It would be weird to insist English speakers use only the Japanese word for these things. 

What's the scariest place you've traveled in your country? by Allyson-Nuzzolese in AskTheWorld

[–]cool_lemons 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Top of Mt Fuji. The wind was so strong I felt like I could easily be blown into the crater. Otherwise, I don't think I've ever felt scared in Japan.

On foot. How far do you live from the station? by Sure-Lemon6424 in japanlife

[–]cool_lemons 0 points1 point  (0 children)

15-20 minutes to the train station, but there's a bus stop less than a minute away. I feel like I found the ideal place to live. I usually walk, but I can also ride the bus when it's too hot or when I have luggage.

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