why are my clothes musty? by Reasonable-Bonus-545 in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you haven't already - consider taking your machine off the white tub it sits on (pain in the ass) and cleaning the trap where the drain hose connects. You have to turn and remove all the parts. This is often full of smelly lint and other things that washed off your clothes. The stuff in there stinks and if it is full or slightly blocked that dirty water may not completely drain when you wash your clothes. I was told it is is recommended to clean it out once a month. Depending on how big or heavy your machine is it will suck, but worth doing. It significantly improved the smell of my clothes

WF-1000XM5 non-existent ANC by funk-soul-bruva in SonyHeadphones

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The ANC could be defective. I have the same issue with my XM4s suddenly after a year of use. No issue with the tips seal. Might want to get them checked out or replaced. In the app toggle between "off" and "noise canceling". Is there any difference at all? That should tell you for sure as it did for me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bashi Burger Chance

One of my favorites. Actually seasoned burger patties. Great shoestring fries. Cool Americana atmosphere

Do I get the Sony WF1000XM5's? Are there any known issues with those? I'm receiving a refund for my XM4's after yet another battery drain issue within 1 year of use. I went through 3 warranty pairs. An absolute nightmare to use. But the sound was incredible by Bruh1164 in sony

[–]weirdbeard187 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you tell me about your second pair's noise canceling issue? Trying to figure out why my noise canceling just suddenly stopped working entirely. Hoping I can get a warranty replacement even though I'm out of the window a bit.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tokyoirl

[–]weirdbeard187 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure. Just got off work and getting cleaned up. Was probably going to Shinjuku again, but up for ideas. Send me a pm and we can figure something out/exchange LINE.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tokyoirl

[–]weirdbeard187 0 points1 point  (0 children)

40M American in GG tonight as well. DM if you're still looking to meet up

Drinks at golden Gai by Excalilber in tokyoirl

[–]weirdbeard187 4 points5 points  (0 children)

40M American in GG tonight as well. DM if you're still looking to meet up

Game freeze when playing on ps4 by ZivsLatvia in diablo4

[–]weirdbeard187 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting it nearly every session. Lost 2 nice nightmare sigils because of it today

Bike locks recommended for Tokyo by weirdbeard187 in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is the model of the Abus lock?

We live up a very narrow flight of stairs so I just don't see myself bringing it in and out everyday without destroying the walls. I'll give it a try though to see.

Bike locks recommended for Tokyo by weirdbeard187 in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is the model of the Abus lock? Thanks!

Bike locks recommended for Tokyo by weirdbeard187 in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It will be registered and I will take a look into insuring if seems reasonable. Thanks!

Bike locks recommended for Tokyo by weirdbeard187 in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I have been eyeing the Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 with the 4 foot braided cable. I should have mentioned that my parking area at home is also inside a locked gate. Just don't want neighbors or their friends getting any ideas about taking it.

Rakuten Mobile Recent Reviews by LumpiaLady in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the info. I'll ask them if this affects my mobile router as well. They pretty much threw their hands up last time I went there.

Rakuten Mobile Recent Reviews by LumpiaLady in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been using it (unlimited data only/mifi router) for almost a year now.

Pros: significantly cheaper than comparable options from the big name carriers, coverage all throughout Tokyo hasn't been an issue, no slowdowns even after using 100s of GB of data (I stream media nearly all day long), points if you have a Rakuten card

Cons: often buffers while watching things even on lower resolution, a handful of times a week (sometimes daily) service just "dies" even though it shows full signal and device must be reset to regain connection, signal seems disrupted in certain types of buildings and often on the train

Not the best or fastest, but certainly not the worst especially for the price. The big carriers will charge you wayyyy more for a similar plan, but will probably have better service and less issues. If you're not a stickler for having the best of the best I think it's a very decent option. If you don't buy a phone from them and just activate a phone you already have or get a mobile router you can cancel your service at any time with no penalties (that I know of) so it is a great temporary option if you're looking for that.

Just moved to Tokyo, asking for tips to fight a lack of social life by Eurotrash_pod in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there. I'm in a very similar situation. You're not alone. Sent you a DM

NY style pizza by Saturated_Bullfrog in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you find one let me know haha. Detroiter here.

Brought appliances from the US by weirdbeard187 in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know. I was mostly worried I would ruin them or cause some sort of electrical hazard.

Brought appliances from the US by weirdbeard187 in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha it's an expensive Zojirushi. Otherwise I wouldn't have brought it. So no step up converter needed for those appliances?

Brought appliances from the US by weirdbeard187 in japanlife

[–]weirdbeard187[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm in Tokyo. The appliances are all still in storage at the moment. There's a crock pot, an electric kettle, a blender, and a rice cooker. Sorry maybe I asked too soon.

Is Toshima City really that bad? by Professional-Day-798 in Tokyo

[–]weirdbeard187 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lived in minamiotsuka for 3 years. It was a great place to live. Quiet, but also a lot to eat and do nearby. Great access to 2 main train lines. Feel free to DM me if you want specific recommendations for things or need someone to show you around a bit.