How Does Living in Japan Change You?

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After eight years, the creator reflects on how living in Japan has changed him, covering topics like work-life balance, public safety, living in small spaces, and appreciating objects.

2 places

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Okonoshima
Island · Takehara
4.6
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Also known as Rabbit Island, this isolated island in Japan's Inland Sea was a chemical weapons facility during WWII. It's considered a safe haven during a zombie apocalypse due to its seclusion and thousands of rabbits.
Ōkunoshima, Tadanoumicho, Takehara, Hiroshima 729-2311, Japan
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Super Potato Akihabara
Video game store
4.3Closed · opens Monday 11 AM
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A retro game store in Akihabara where you can find vintage consoles and games in phenomenally good condition. The creator bought an original 1989 Nintendo Game Boy here for about ¥8,000 (around $80). You can find cheaper ones for about ¥6,000 ($60) if you don't mind some yellowing.
Japan, 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−11−2 北林ビル Super Potato Akihabara Branch, ３階～５階
- Original 1989 Nintendo Game Boy · ¥8000 — The original 1989 Nintendo Game Boy, a prized possession for the creator, bought in Japan for about ¥8,000 ($80) in excellent secondhand condition. It's a nostalgic item that he regretted selling years ago.
- Super Mario Land game — The original Super Mario Land game that accompanied the Game Boy upon its release. The creator spent 15 years trying to beat it and finally aims to conquer it after 20 years.