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@nipon1
English expat in Japan
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English
Lives in tokyo
Speaks just boring english
Registration: 12 July 2011
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Looking for pubs that are busy at weekends by Meloney
Hi, I have been here a month now and my husband and I have founds lots of nice places to eat in Yokohama but we just want somewhere to have a few drinks ... Not found a bar which is busy, fun and stays open later than midnight. Any ...
try the green sheep irish bar in yokohama station area (near tokyo hands) on ground level and open late - u can watch satellite tv there and drink .... alt bit more boring is the tavern which in basement and normally full of GIs or sad old men but ... Read More
New to the forum , anyone for Golf ? by nottus
Hi, have been in TYO for a couple of years now but recently started to play (bad) golf again after some time away from the game ...hoping to find like-minded expats up for a game and drinks afterwards ..
hi nottus, i havnt played golf since i worked in korea more than 10 years ago and used to play off of 110 so more like hockey. if you up for a beer some time can introduce you to others. i work in azabu-juban but live out near ... Read More
Beer, Golf & Friends by Stephen2601
Hi All, I have just moved to Tokyo andwill be working here for a year. I am a very social guy who enjoys life. I am keen to explore Tonyo and much of Japan to make the most of my time here - any tips on the best bits to see? Would love to meet up ...
hi stephen - r u still in tokyo? how did you get on with meeting people cheers mark Read More
Climbing to Mount Fuji this Saturday night (20Aug2011) by pins
Hi, it's almost 2 weeks i'm here in Tokyo, as it's a climbing season to Mount Fuji, dont want to miss the chance--So goin out this weekend with 2 of my colleagues to enjoy the sun rising at the top most point of Japan... We're planning for ...
hi there ^ i did it when i first arrived and stopped over at one of the lodges near the top for a couple of hours kip before going to the top. will worth it have a good one cheers mark Read More
Hiking in Nepal by nipon1
Hi Am looking into Hiking in Nepal during Oct/Nov this year and thinking of the Annapurna Trail. Am led to understand this is moderate and get to see wild like as runs thru the national park. Am interested in any advice and also if anyone ...
Thanks segun 26 - basically trying to find agency in japan which arranges such trips so can join up with others from japan who are interested or planning such a trip. cheers Read More
Hiking in Nepal
Hi Am looking into Hiking in Nepal during Oct/Nov this year and thinking of the Annapurna Trail. Am led to understand this is moderate and get to see wild like as runs thru the national park. Am interested in any advice and also if anyone ... Read More
Looking for friends, interesting people ... by Ula333
I've lived in Tokyo before and just came back after a few months break. It would be nice to meet some nice "gaikokujin" that lives in Tokyo :)
Hi Ula, Welcome & good to see you joined. See you soon. Cheers Mark Read More
Cafe Recommendations for Yokohama? by Stans
Still looking for that perfect espresso. Any help would be appreciated :)
Hi Stan, Good luck with the "perfect espresso" hunt. I live close to Yokohama station myself and in all the time I've been here, never found any close. However to make up for that there are plenty of bars in Yokohama to tide you over. Good ... Read More
In Tokyo last 2 weeks of August, looking for friends to hang out with by jamilv
I am going to be in Tokyo the last 2 weeks in August and it is my 1st trip to Japan. It would be awesome to have some people to meet up with and hang out, see the sights and everything. I only speak a bit of Japanese but I am going to be studying ...
no worries, and see you in japan mark Read More
In Tokyo last 2 weeks of August, looking for friends to hang out with by jamilv
I am going to be in Tokyo the last 2 weeks in August and it is my 1st trip to Japan. It would be awesome to have some people to meet up with and hang out, see the sights and everything. I only speak a bit of Japanese but I am going to be studying ...
hi there - if you up for a beer or two in reponggi area then let me know - will try to bring couple of others along. cheers mark Read More
evening drink + get together for all new and exisiting members by nipon1
Hi Lads+Lasses, It has been suggested by some new members, that a get together over evening drinks would be a very good way for people to meet and chat. This could be turned into a regular event and would also act as a good way of face to face ...
Hi nagoya is a bit far from tokyo/yokohama but perhaps you could start one yourself for members in or near nagoya.. cheers mark Read More
Accomodation in Yokohama by Sue7
Hi, I have been in Yokohama for about 2 weeks and will be around for another 5-6 months. Need some help/advise on looking for a furnish apartment for my stay here. I've seen an apartment in Kannai area last week by Yokohama Weekly Mansion. Furnish ...
Hi Sue, How did you get on? Did you try different estate agents or check to share with someone? Heard there are more expats now arriving in Japan especially Tokyo/Yokohama area, so guess rents will increase in cost. Have you made any interesting ... Read More
Accomodation in Yokohama by Sue7
Hi, I have been in Yokohama for about 2 weeks and will be around for another 5-6 months. Need some help/advise on looking for a furnish apartment for my stay here. I've seen an apartment in Kannai area last week by Yokohama Weekly Mansion. Furnish ...
Hi Sue, the estate agents here are normally pretty good, but try a couple for safety sake as some mite hv something off market. Otherwise you shud check around for flat sharing as more company and safety. It also makes your stay more ... Read More
Accomodation in Yokohama by Sue7
Hi, I have been in Yokohama for about 2 weeks and will be around for another 5-6 months. Need some help/advise on looking for a furnish apartment for my stay here. I've seen an apartment in Kannai area last week by Yokohama Weekly Mansion. Furnish ...
Hi Sue, That sounds about normal, however you can probably shade that a bit depending on how fancy you want. Mansions will be more expensive and kennai not bad area for convenience. Cheers Mark Read More
evening drink + get together for all new and exisiting members
Hi Lads+Lasses, It has been suggested by some new members, that a get together over evening drinks would be a very good way for people to meet and chat. This could be turned into a regular event and would also act as a good way of face to face ... Read More