What are your traveling tips for Japan /b /

>>744939390
be polite but confident

>>744939531
So not American?

>>744939390
Go to/trv faggot
Always a jap thread there

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Go to Shibuya and drink a lot if you ain't a bitch

>>744939678
After my /b/itches finish talking

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>>744939390
Also, Roponggi for hookers. If you visit Oki, visit soapland. But don't get a soapy unless you can speak Jap

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>>744939945
This is the most legit advice I can offer. Spent seven months in Japan. I give to you all I learned during my time! Now go fourth and rock Nip Land!

>>744939945
I speak a small bit of basic Japanese

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>>744939390
Don't be scared to try new shit, food, booze, places

No, they don't all speak english, but people won't get mad if you just point at shit. Brush up on a few terms, nomimono/tabemono (drink/food), mo ippai (one more, in reference to drinks)

Go to the historical places , for the love of god, the trains to Nikko aren't expensive, and there is an okay hostel there.

Get the JR rail pass if you can afford it, ABUSE IT, you can literally ride the tokaido-sanyo (hikari/kodama) shinkansen, the one between Tokyo and Hiroshima, all you want, it's wonderful. Jsut be aware, it only works on JR, not metro, toei, etc... Oh, and spend the 500yen, get a suica (ic charge card) it's about 1000% easier than buying individual tickets for around the city, plus you can refund it before you leave.

drink a lot, and son't be afraid to get shithoused with businessmen in the izakayas, it's awesome.

t. fag who's been here for a few years

>>744940042
Thank you greatly sensei

>>744940049
It might get you a good one. But beware, you may get an old jap hag if you try to get a soapy without convincing the dude at the counter that you are a Japan loving freak

>>744940137
Tips on the Yakuza if they run into me or vice versa

Don't try to speak Japanese. Unless you're really skilled, you'll sound silly and they will judge you more harshly for it than if you didn't try at all.

Brush up on Katagana characters, though, maybe get a book/pamphlet on them. It will help you sound out western words Japan has adopted that you might want to recognize.

>>744940165
Lucky me
Watashi wa nippon otaku desu

and I can get a boner for anything, wouldn't mind grandma joining in

if for some god awful reason you wind up out side the navy base in yokosuka, go try taliban taco. get the mixed meat mixed sauce, best drunk food ever.

>>744940240
thye won't, you won't don't worry about it

Oh, and if you walk down streets in ueno or other areas, and you hear a jap voice blasting over intercoms, it's telling you to not follow the dudes into the girlsbars, they're jsut trying to get you to spend money for nothing.

>>744940268
Don't listen to this dude

They're super greatful if you even try, and most will be more than happy to help. a little effort goes a long way...

>>744940268
Shit
I only got basics down

>>744940240
if they tell you to leave, just pay your tab and get the fuck out.

>>744940381
That's my experience in the US with every language

they love hearing people try, sometimes
depends on the person

>>744940435
tab is auto calculated

>>744940435
The Yakuza doesn't fuck with foreigners or their affairs. They deal with soup shop rivalries and countryside dilemmas..

>>744940569
depends on the bar

>>744940381

Dude, my brothers a Marine

he will get in trouble or ask about the Yakuza

I need real tips to stay alive

>>744940381
>They're super greatful if you even try,

Total bullshit.
They do not like it. I worked for a Japanese company for many years, I've traveled there over a dozen times. We had to let go a Japanese-American employee who tried to talk to them in Japanese and did a poor job.

His replacement - he quit when he found out there was no future for him. They told us not to invite him to anymore work meals (which are really important). They said he made sounds like an octopus when he ate. We have no idea what that meant, but thought it was pretty ballsy coming from people who take pride in slurping their soup.

>>744940616
I've been asked to leave by them before because my friends were being jack asses. when a jap takes off his shirt and asks you if you know what the tattoo covering his entire back means, you pay up and get the fuck out.

>>744940516
in my entire time here, all the places I've been aroound the country, I've never been treated negatively.

Yes, I speak japanese very well now, but when I first arrived, it was really bad, and they still appriciated it.

That being said, if you're out in the boonies, and you're not white (mainly chinese, or korean) some people might be rude to you, but usually in a passive agressive manner.

>>744940435
>>744940569
>>744940634
It doesn't matter, because this doesn't happen. If it ever did, it wouldn't happen to some dude who can't understand what they're saying, they just won't give a shit.

>>744940692
Literally no problems with the yakuza

Biggest tip for you, don't say you're a marine. They're hated for a fucking reason.
God damn man children think rape is an okinawan past time, and they don't get reprimanded at all. Sure. it's not all marines, and most of them are okay guys. but the ones who fuck it up for them, have given them a bad name in the south, for a very good reason

>>744940795
You sound like a pussy bro, what branch? Marines roll deep, that's all I know. Only people who gave us trouble were the Turks in Tokyo..

>>744940768
Oh, so you've lived there for an extended period of time ?

You do realize that work culture is entirely different than the service industry or every day life right? There's a reason the work cutlture there is garbage, so I'm not surprised that's an office thing, but it doesn't happen outside the office.

>>744940795
Where where you at?
Well, I'd suggest just not being a jackass?

>>744940799
what he said, don't say anything about anything about military

>>744940937
Bruh, they know just by how you act. Just be polite and prove them wrong

>>744939390
Cook, don't waste money on restaurants. If you need to buy something, go to Hanamasa, it's cheap.
Akihabara is a tourist trap, don't buy games in that place. Any Bookoff around Tokyo will be way cheaper.
Travel with cash, some places won't accept credit card.
If you're going to buy a cellphone, laptop, etc at Yodobashi, ask if it's tax free. Those fuckers won't give you the discount if you don't ask.
I recommend you to take a walk from Nippori station to Tokyo Tower/rainbow bridge. You will pass through Yanaka graveyard, Ueno Park, Akihabara, Tokyo station... it's great

>>744940799
Yeah that's the Marines xD

Fucking highschool graduates with guns

I wanna join as a officer

>>744941029
Get ready to take some dick. Officer life and Enlisted life are like two different galaxies..

>>744940935
we had pulled into hakodate, friends are loud idiots when their drunk and the skipper was a hard ass. we didn't need to get drunk there so we moved on.

>>744941106
It's pretty rough for military in general

But it's not like the rep doesn't get earned by other branches. Unfortunately, most japs don't differentiate betweent he branches, and develop an opinion about all US armed forces.

>>744940935
>You do realize that work culture is entirely different than the service industry or every day life right?

Yes, I was there for a total of six months split across multiple visits. I was there as an employee. I was not hosted as a guest. I imagine if they view you as a guest, they are polite enough not to give you shit about speaking the language poorly - but they still feel that way.

We were told by multiple sources not to try to learn the language for work because unless we were 100% committed, it would only damage us. Our coworkers who did not listen to this advice did not last more than a year.

>>744941087
I know
I asked K about it, but I fucking love enlisted Marines

>>744941176
got that right.

>>744939390
japan isnt good

>>744941176
Military is they're police force, giant assholes that are annoying as shit and willing to fuck you up over anything

but they will lay their lives and sanity to keep people safe

That's why I wanna become a officer marine

>>744941262
There are Infantry battalions out there that are legit just a huge group of bandits, shit is legit as fuck

>>744941227
I see where you got your experience from, and sorry if it ruined it for you.

as I said earlier, in the workplace, yeah, that can be accurate, especially if you don't have any clue how to properly use keigo.

But trust me when I say, outside of the office, it's 100% the opposite.

>>744941292
Man, I appreciate people wanting to join up and all that, but when you've got marines who not only accept, but EMBRACE the fact they see rape as a sport in Okinawa, it's pretty shitty.

It's just unfortunate that one bad apple ruins the bunch, and that even more so in Japan.

>>744941434
>Military is they're police force, giant assholes that are annoying as shit and willing to fuck you up over anything

What are you talking about?

>>744941227

Same guy here.

Also, the president/owner of the company eventually bankrupted it after making a bad business investment. Shortly afterwards, he took a drive alone in the countryside he grew up in, and died in a single car accident after running into a tree at high speed in the middle of the afternoon.

So that honor shit still happens.

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if any of you guys make it sasebo, do me favor. stop by a bar called Neru and tell Miki that Jordan says hi.

>>744941472
The way Americans see our police force is how Japan sees the Military

Load moath jocks that are dumb brutes that will defend them

Walk into karaoke
NOMIHODAI ARIMASU KA

Thank me later

>>744941444
>But trust me when I say, outside of the office, it's 100% the opposite.

Are you sure they really appreciate it, and not just being exceedingly polite about something that actually bothers them? ...because if they're willing to end someone's career over that kind of thing, it's got to have deep emotional roots.

>>744941547
More details
What happened

>>744939390
Get one of those big waifu pillows and carry it around with you everywhere. Be sure to tell everyone you meet how much you love nippon and how you would love to be an anime character just like them. Be sure to never shave, brush teeth, or wear deodorant. These are considered offensive in Japan. Hang out outside of train stations to ogle the schoolgirls, they especially love long unsolicited stares and awkward attempts at conversation.

>>744941636
Oh shit, how could I forget the karaoke bars. That's a fun time

>>744941646
Op here
I speak Spanish, I kinda get it

Some guy can barely speak broken Spanish, I'm gonna be nice, I get what it's like to not know a foreign language, he's trying

but don't put effort into learning a language for buissness, you're making yourself a joke, like those fucking nerds that toss in a Japanese word to sound cool
It's not professional

put in the effort, or hide it, but don't barely try

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>>744941834
Be the opposite of my American neckbeard lol

Once after losing my bag in a Anime convention at the train station I yelled MY PORN

it wss on the seat

OP, If I were you, I prob wouldn't visit Japan until I'm at least passable in the Japanese language. Shit will get confusing over there, and really fucking fast.

>>744941961
Dude, I can't read picture

it's a thousand Japanese words

>>744942081
op here, no shit
Irony is Japan is the best place to learn Japanese

you're constantly forced to practice

>>744942160
Well alright then, you fat fuck. Get out there and go steal all those Jap women

>>744942229
Anatawa Kawasaki des
Watashi daiski

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>>744942094
look dude goodbyes suck. all I'm askin is go have a drink and tell i say hi.

>>744941939
>I speak Spanish, I kinda get it

Be very careful about using your own experience to judge how the Japanese think.
Japan is a very foreign, insulated culture, with social rules that do not make sense to outsiders.
I would really caution about making comparisons between what you know in your own culture and how a Japanese person might think, such as "I appreciate it when a foreigner does <this>, so a Japanese person would also appreciate it." It won't work that way.

>>744942160
You're going to be the nigger of Japan though.

>>744942050
Haha im just going to look for excuses to shout MY PORN!! In public now, too funny

When I was visiting Tokyo 20 years ago, it was easy to use the subway system because all the stations and maps included western characters of the names. However, once you got outside of Tokyo, such as on the JR lines, it became exclusively Kanji characters.

Is it still that way now? I think a good travel tip for outside of Tokyo would be to learn the rail system and be able to decode the names.

>>744942394
even better, in the middle of the night go to one of the covered shopping arcade place and then kamehameha as loud as you can. you should also be drunk when you do this, its awesome.

>>744942460
Dude, I don't even own a car
I don't fully know Japanese

but I definitely know public transportation

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>>744939390
Travelling tips for going to Japan
•call everyone you meet a fucking jap
•walk around down town with your slightly larger western cock hanging out
•wear your favourite manga comic as clothing
•get the words rice pudding Chinese on your arm 'tell everyone it means bravery in jap
•ask everyone everywhere for a burger
If you find somewhere that sells burgers proceed to take one bite and throw at the wall and say 'NOT EVEN FUCKING CLOSE'

You'll fit right in

>>744942315
I'm actually autistic, I don't get any culture or traditions

but fuck it, I'll study the history and reasons and follow them the same as I do here

and being human is the same everywhere, don't think you're so divided

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>>744942677
>and being human is the same everywhere, don't think you're so divided

Hear me now and believe me later.
The Japanese were isolated for a very long time and have developed attitudes and customs you cannot compare to anything else.

>>744939390
Don't forget your M-1.

>>744942358
I know
Especially since im Mexican inaread of white

>>744942847
I guess it could be worse, you could have chosen a country of large dick Masters

>>744942808
Yeah
So has North Korea, but that doesn't mean you can't listen understand and sympathize, it's litteraly what makes us human

trust me dude, I get war vets to tell me their war stories all the time, that's shit they'll talk about once in their life if they like you
They know I've heard the shit stories and I'm not gonna judge, i'm gonna listen.


if I can do that inspite of my autistic aspergers, I can sympathize with Japanese culture and stress
I know what it's like to dishonor and disappoint, I know what it's like to be lonely, I know what's like to wish for death and not have the courage to do it
We're all human

>>744942833
>Don't forget your M-1.

>be me
>working in Tokyo
>walking from suburban dorm room to company office
>older man passes by
>spits on the street in front of me as I pass
>laugh
>look up in the sky
>imagine the flights of B-29s flying overhead dropping incendiary bombs in years gone by
>stop at the vending machine and buy a 250ml can of Coke for Y100
>spit all you want, we fucking won

>>744942935
Fucking Africa

>>744943446
Yeah, who the fuck needs Africa. Well, maybe diamond dealers. I'd still shoot first all the niggers on sight

>>744943537
Get the japs first lol
Fucking small dicks make them crazy

>>744942833
Garand or M14?
Shit, I want a shitty hand me down WW1 German killer like the Mariners

Then I'll steal the Armys Garands

>>744943608
But we need their electronics

>>744943716
Steal them off the dead bodies
Fucking Japs are taking more jobs than the Spics, goddam wetbacks

>>744943716
No we don't, it's not the eighties anymore, son.

>>744943809
sadly hes right
Americans don't know jack shit about science
That's why we inveted India

>>744943809
Don't fool yourself anon

>>744943809
>This coming from a man who has at one time bought a Japenese fidget spinner.

Gomenasai, my name is Ken-Sama.

I’m a 27 year old American Otaku (Anime fan for you gaijins). I draw Anime and Manga on my tablet, and spend my days perfecting my art and playing superior Japanese games. (Disgaea, Final Fantasy, Persona series)

I train with my Katana every day, this superior weapon can cut clean through steel because it is folded over a thousand times, and is vastly superior to any other weapon on earth. I earned my sword license two years ago, and I have been getting better every day.

I speak Japanese fluently, both Kanji and the Osaka dialect, and I write fluently as well. I know everything about Japanese history and their bushido code, which I follow 100%

When I get my Japanese visa, I am moving to Tokyo to attend a prestigious High School to learn more about their magnificent culture. I hope I can become an animator for Studio Ghibli or a game designer!

I own several kimonos, which I wear around town. I want to get used to wearing them before I move to Japan, so I can fit in easier. I bow to my elders and seniors and speak Japanese as often as I can, but rarely does anyone manage to respond.

Wish me luck in Japan!

Don't be a dumb weeaboo white person. I've been there a few times. And it pisses me off seeing it and talking to locals they make fun if people like that behind their back

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>>744944316
Fucking Weeaboo
but I was once one too

best of luck

>>744942311
I'll try

>>744944338
is that a japeneses trap outfit. Im guessing this is why they dont talk to you.

>>744939390
Don't act at all like one of those wanna' be Japanese people, they annoy most Americans but they completely enrage most Japanese people.

>>744945670
So desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu desu

>>744944338
Where's your fedora faggot?

>>744940768
Well duh, if you don't speak well, don't get a job that demands good Japanese. We're talking social occasions. Any effort is appreciated.
Been married 12 years to Japanese girl. Go several weeks a year every year. 99% positive experience. Just be cool. Try. Don't be an overbearing dickwad. Point at things with 4 fingers. Nod. Don't puff your chest. Learn the agreement sounds. Be friendly. It's literally the best country to visit.

>>744946279
That's what I said, and I'm op

the guy is so fixated on Japan being alien he can't get his head out his ass

>>744946376
I think the weirdest thing is I go so often, I don't feel like I stick out because of my manners and mannerisms, but I'm sure I totally do still. Can't help my 6 ft whiteness

>>744940137

Nikko is nice. I like hakone too

>>744939390
go korea instead, filthy gaijin

>>744946754
Fuck off and eat cabbage racist

>>744946433
in shape I'm a thin 5'7" Mexican

Hopefully I can still fit in their clothes,lol

>>744947242
I think so. I have a hard time in most stores there. One, I'm kinda cheap, 2, most clothes don't fit me right. I'm about 185 lbs at 6ft. Even their LL is a little small for me.

>>744947366
175 right now, 135 fit

you need a foreign store, a cousin told me a similar buissness story in Zingapore

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Chikan???

>>744947741
Nope

>>744939390
Buy all your food in vending machines