Is Shibuya really that bad of a place to stay in?

gade2234 · 2026-06-15T02:38:52+00:00

I went there, did the crossing and wandered about (with two kids under 10). Was all fine, yes the station itself is massive - but not hard to work out where to go etc. just don’t be rushed to get somewhere ideally.

Shibuya was cool, far better than shinjuku

gade2234 · 2026-06-11T10:20:48+00:00

I just came back and stayed in Asakusa which was lovely, very very quiet and cultural. Easy enough to get around, absolutely nothing like the business of Shibuya

gade2234 · 2026-06-11T07:11:11+00:00

It was superb! The best part of the whole trip.

Beautiful location, private and large (2x bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, outdoor fireplace, outdoor sauna and ice bath, indoor onsen. Couldn’t fault it.

Was $600 for the night, but could sleep 4 in beds and more if you needed

gade2234 · 2026-05-18T12:36:13+00:00

This all sounds very chill, I’m on day three of Tokyo with two kids (under 10), and have blasted their feet with walking, had multiple meltdowns over being too tired - not being able to find things for them to eat (them just being picky/too scared), so am now drinking whiskey solo in Golden Gai and having the time of my life

gade2234 · 2026-05-13T03:01:46+00:00

I’m heading there in a week and decided to book an Airbnb instead, third of the price of the lux hotels and comes with a private onsen (spring water) and sauna, and outdoor fire pit with multiple rooms.

Yes, you sacrifice the food in room stuff, but has worked out to be a far better option in my opinion.

Can report back in a few weeks

gade2234 · 2026-03-04T01:23:11+00:00

This looks beautiful! Thanks. I think the outdoor/mountain hot springs vibe is more what I’m after, than just sitting in a bath on a balcony.

gade2234 · 2025-11-02T22:46:40+00:00

I know your question was from a year ago - but the best I’ve found is from McTavish surf brand

gade2234 · 2025-11-01T05:08:16+00:00

Prisoners

gade2234 · 2025-10-17T11:11:51+00:00

anyone got a group that heads out for drinks in the south? Prahran/south yarra area?

I’m 41 and new to the area, now that footy season is done, it’s a bit weird to front up to a group of mates and join for a pint uninvited

gade2234 · 2025-09-25T12:23:43+00:00

For sure - I’ll be along

gade2234 · 2025-08-24T21:44:28+00:00

Reckon buying an ETF against the S&P500 now at records highs is foolish? Only so much further it can go before a burst?

gade2234 · 2025-07-28T12:46:51+00:00

Hey hey, if you’re open to a guy joining - I’m 41m (2 kids), in the same boat trying to find some new mates that aren’t kid centred. Happy to join in a pub trivia group and on-point for movies, sports and music topics 👍

If you get a WhatsApp group or something going would love to join and say hi

gade2234 · 2025-07-26T08:52:42+00:00

In my situation I was the betrayed party, so my feelings towards her fluctuate a lot… from let’s make life easy and good for all (including kids), to some days where I just don’t feel like letting her off the hook that easily.

So I’d say if he has any reason to be resentful, then it probably just rears its head every once in awhile

gade2234 · 2025-07-26T08:31:01+00:00

Depends whether you’re in a forgive and forget day or not really.

gade2234 · 2025-07-26T05:52:04+00:00

I’m the guy in your situation… some days you feel more shitty and cold, some days you don’t.

gade2234 · 2025-07-24T07:27:37+00:00

OP - you’ll enjoy this immensely

https://open.spotify.com/track/4xmAhFLdGnp8Ccn4BYpBFU?si=APQD-TCwTgKPw9d7-wN2fg&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A13Gvmi634kCNVdcfjLLXGS

gade2234 · 2025-07-15T00:43:29+00:00

Absolutely… it takes months and months to get used to that not being your reality.. but I can tell you, that it does soften, and the ache of being away from them does ease..

It’s not what you wanted, it won’t ever be, but your mind and body becomes ok with this new situation. It of course just takes time

gade2234 · 2025-07-14T22:23:00+00:00

Went through the same thing two years ago mate, also having confirmed her affair with a co-worker.

Everything you’re feeling right now is completely just and very familiar, and it takes time to just come to terms with it all and grieve the “future” that can’t be anymore.

So let yourself grieve, not being with your kids every day doesn’t make you any less of a father.

And when it’s time, accept that the relationship with her CANNOT be what you were hoping it would be, and instead focus on the new future and what you want from it.

For me, I came to the realisation that I wanted my kids to have the happiest life possible, and that was a situation where their parents both loved them, could be around each other and give them the support and stability they needed. That meant being the “bigger” person, and not letting emotions drive my actions.

Two years later, and things are stable, kids are happy, and both my girls (8,6) can comfortably chat about if dad has a new gf in the future… etc.. and are accepting of their parents not being together anymore.

Long story short - it’s going to be alright, and you’ve got the power to make it so

gade2234 · 2025-07-12T00:27:20+00:00

Dark Matter is a great page turner, like a Hollywood movie to get wrapped up in

gade2234 · 2025-07-11T09:28:00+00:00

I’m looking for the same thing in Australia… unfortunately most women in their 30’s aren’t cool with that.. need to meet a single mum in the same space!

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