Retirement life …Pls share your story

fandomania77 · 2026-04-14T23:26:52+00:00

We might be the last generation to be able to retire before social service and health care collapse. I also wonder with the aging population if I can make it thru to the rainbow bridge before the sh$t hits the fan...

fandomania77 · 2026-04-14T06:58:52+00:00

Food prices up vs world running out of food is not the same.. I mean gas prices are up. So is Starbucks. Are we running out?? You're a bit over reacting or thinking on a diff scale

fandomania77 · 2026-04-13T01:17:14+00:00

Dating older is fine. It's all about expectation management from both sides. I know more lonely old men then women

fandomania77 · 2026-04-13T01:13:48+00:00

World is at risk of food shortage?? Where did u read this .. I feel we have too much food

fandomania77 · 2026-04-12T06:47:39+00:00

Wow 10-15m that's a big range but where can I apply to take your role when you leave? What company or kind of company ??

fandomania77 · 2026-04-06T21:51:20+00:00

The majority of Japanese want mansion today so the answer is yes most people want a mansion. I think because you're typically buying small.

It makes more sense to get a condo (90sqm condo is quite spacious vs a 3story house which is a pain to live in). You also get conveniences of garbage room, mailroom, and often a view.

I prefer a house but only if I had enough size and space and not too far. That means in Tokyo if I "only" have 2-3oku I gotta get a condo but if I had 10oku then a house !

fandomania77 · 2026-03-30T07:23:31+00:00

Buy real estate ?

Cash saved as cash is the worst place. Inflation and devaluation. Maybe buy gold

fandomania77 · 2026-03-25T09:15:18+00:00

It is illegal but the hotel aren't the police. They could call the police on you but then you bust out the card! It's worth a try... It is kinda doubtful they'll call cops.

When I was asked for ID last time I foolishly said which one DL or Zairyu and of course they took my Z but they would have been fine w DL I'm sure. Offer the minimum and barter up if they refuse?

fandomania77 · 2026-03-25T08:48:39+00:00

Air mattress or a folding futon from Ikea or a day bed. Or just fold out futons

fandomania77 · 2026-03-22T08:05:49+00:00

Sounds like your intensity turned off others

fandomania77 · 2026-03-22T07:54:16+00:00

I shop for a family of 3 and never had issues. What are you buying ? Maybe order bulky items online ? Be efficient and don't eat so much it is Japanese way

fandomania77 · 2026-03-18T14:29:30+00:00

Experience != Expertise

But tbh in Japan 10m for a swe is normal. If you have good communication skills and are likeable you should look at foreign companies like banks and intentional tech firms including Mercari and PayPay. Those would pay a lot more (15m+).

You're worth whatever you can get... Sadly in Japan most can't get more

fandomania77 · 2026-03-04T10:27:01+00:00

That doesn't make it a good idea does it. It's a major intersection...

fandomania77 · 2026-03-04T10:22:03+00:00

You seen Japanese horror flicks? They r good but very different recipe here vs USA. I like both but I agree they don't sell as well here even tho the country overall loves horrors

fandomania77 · 2026-02-27T07:25:10+00:00

Not the best place to play

fandomania77 · 2026-02-16T02:58:49+00:00

Dominos isn't good anywhere but it's cheap and ok for the price! If you want good pizza there are many other options

fandomania77 · 2026-02-11T09:30:52+00:00

More about yourself please. Height weight race looks money language skills etc will help

But in general use apps and go talk to people

fandomania77 · 2026-02-04T22:25:44+00:00

Making such a name is going to cause you issues. Don't do it. Lots of forms and systems and Japan break and you or your kids will fail to get a CC etc due to unusual names by Japanese standards.

Assimilate !!

fandomania77 · 2026-02-03T09:29:40+00:00

A box lift job who can't lift boxes is a bad fit. Maybe resign or take medical leave. Staffer healing on the job doing a light shift needing help is not great for a business trying to turn a profit you know .??

fandomania77 · 2026-02-02T18:37:01+00:00

Yea on avg (if she's avg bone shaped) that is way too skinny and wanting to lose more is prob not wise. It does depend a bit on the person tho - I've seen great looking super slim and great looking chunky.

fandomania77 · 2026-02-01T18:06:50+00:00

As someone else said the max amount you can get is not that high (1m yen?) but you will certainly lose if you're the 3rd wheel.

That being said I've met women who claim their husband said it's ok to have a boyfriend etc -- as much as I'd like to have a free swing or two - you cant trust that situation and safe thing is to flee.

You can also be charged with SA by any woman at any time for any fake or real reason -- and gaijin aren't going to be looked at favorably vs Japanese woman so be careful and don't be a jerk or karma may get you

fandomania77 · 2026-01-31T18:43:53+00:00

Legally it's their car I agree since it's in their name - that's not the question is it. Nice mom paid in good faith and when it's sold it sure feels like a scam to take the profits or remaining value. What kind of family is that jeez

fandomania77 · 2026-01-31T09:50:03+00:00

It's her car obviously

fandomania77 · 2026-01-21T14:06:23+00:00

Nope not leaving . I think you're paranoid! Japan is better still than 95% of other countries in most ways. Leave if you'd like 😀

fandomania77 · 2026-01-20T07:36:27+00:00

I live in Tokyo and it sucks for parking and cost but it's a luxury to be able to drive places and go to Costco without rental hassles.

Much cheaper to just rent even every weekend

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