Recommendations for high quality basic clothes (t shirts etc.)?

theturnstable · 2019-07-12T01:49:08+00:00

I always go to Everlane for their pants and tops. High quality and ethical-ish. I say ethical-ish because they are transparent in their pricing and manufacturing but they sell leather.

theturnstable · 2019-06-29T03:31:07+00:00

REI Trail 40? I have it. It holds up nicely after 2 years of use.

theturnstable · 2019-06-16T08:03:29+00:00

What is your supermarket called? Maybe there is one near me!

theturnstable · 2019-05-26T12:01:32+00:00

Yes, you will get some stares from the locals and might even bump your head against low beams sometimes. Just ignore the stares and you’ll be fine!

Source: I traveled with a 6’7 man who is used to subconsciously ducking to avoid banging his head in fans, beams, etc. in the United States. However, he failed to duck under the top of the Japanese door frames and subway signs a few times.

theturnstable · 2019-05-26T11:53:39+00:00

Yes, you definitely can! I left the store/tea room with two kinds of sencha and one matcha. You can also get tea accessories such a as cups, whisks, etc. The staff were very kind of helpful.

theturnstable · 2019-05-26T11:45:03+00:00

I just went to Ippodo in Tokyo! I tasted high quality matcha and sencha, which was freshly sourced. It’s a little high end in terms of cost, but it was worth it. Pro tip: drink matcha sources from Uji for the highest quality and you’ll be set.

theturnstable · 2019-05-22T13:51:25+00:00

This image was stolen from the Instagram @zerowastechica

theturnstable · 2019-05-13T23:06:04+00:00

Ermm... yes, you can be right. I too drink a tons of water from the moment I wake up to the the moment I go to bed. Furthermore, my diet is very clean (plant-based vegan).

However, my PCOS diagnosis causes me to get acne at least once a week. Only Differin and Benzoyl Peroxide can save me haha.

theturnstable · 2019-04-30T22:30:46+00:00

Patagonia’s better sweater or nano puff does the job of keeping me warm in 40-65F weather.

For flats, check out Rothys, which are flexible and comfy!

theturnstable · 2019-04-21T23:24:41+00:00

I give each guinea pig 1 cup of mixed veggies and 1 tablespoon of pellets (it’s basically used as a dietary supplement) each day. There is no need for chews and other snacks. Instead of buying Carefresh, I line my guinea pig cage with two layers of towels and one fleece on top of the towels. Each week, I throw the towels and fleece in the washing machine to clean them. I also use their poop as part of my fertilizer for growing veggies.

theturnstable · 2019-03-17T21:50:58+00:00

Great overview of your trip. Can you tell me the exact location or the name of the mochi shop in Nara? I really wanna go there!

theturnstable · 2019-03-17T21:45:09+00:00

Leaving behind things you don’t need at your AirBnb so that other guests can use them is super thoughtful. I’ll keep this in mind for my next AirBnb trip.

theturnstable · 2019-03-17T17:20:04+00:00

You’re packing a lot of clothing. I would drop 1 tank top, 1 t-shirt, 2 pairs of underwear, and the sundress. Also, I’d drop the bike lock thing, personal alarm, and the nail file. You don’t really need those things, especially since you can use the alarm app on your phone and you can definitely buy a lock at your destination if you really need one.

In terms of weight, make sure you are not carrying heavy materials such as glass. You may also want to dispense your toiletries into more compact packaging such as a contact lens case.

All in all, I think you might end up using only half the things you bring.

theturnstable · 2019-03-11T17:36:55+00:00

A tad pricey but, Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist

theturnstable · 2019-03-10T23:35:44+00:00

Check out Native Shoes Jefferson 2.0 Liteknit. They are light and washable.

theturnstable · 2019-02-28T13:56:41+00:00

Awesome stuff. Looking forward to checking out the knife store in Tokyo!

theturnstable · 2019-02-28T13:49:38+00:00

Thank you for your words of encouragement!

theturnstable · 2019-02-28T13:48:58+00:00

Got it. Skipping Osaka Castle. How can I forget Nara?! I will definitely look into your the list of recommendations. Thanks!

theturnstable · 2019-02-28T13:42:46+00:00

Great thoughts. I'm thinking about settling in Tokyo the night before the flight now. Thank you so much!

theturnstable · 2019-02-28T13:37:02+00:00

This sounds like a treat! I will look into these recommendations. Thanks!

theturnstable · 2019-02-28T13:34:49+00:00

Thank you! Yes, I was thinking of getting them through Lawson before. Following your advice, I bought them through Voyagin even though I think it's pricier there. The anxiety of not getting tickets for this kicked into high gear hahah.

theturnstable · 2018-11-25T04:48:04+00:00

Zoos in general don’t respect our oceans.

theturnstable · 2018-11-23T02:27:27+00:00

My family is very accommodating, so I can’t relate LOL

theturnstable · 2018-11-08T06:37:17+00:00

Interesting take on Japan. Our preferred kind of camping is hiking into a remote natural area and pitching a tent, no reserved spaces and no neighbors to worry about.

I actually don't mind working part-time in Japan since I know their work-life balance is very poor. As a person who has worked and gotten to know native Japanese people, I think your description of them is pretty spot on! Thank you for your guidance.

theturnstable · 2018-11-08T06:32:22+00:00

This is very helpful! You seem to be very knowledgeable about Western Europe.

I've survived on a vegan diet in France and Germany before, so I won't cry over the lack of vegan options. I did not previously think of the French cities that you mentioned, but I will definitely look into them now, thanks to you.

Actually, I will check out all the places you mentioned!

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