@irmelinfricke

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@irmelinfricke joined asklocals 3 years ago in Tokyo and hasn't added a bio yet.

May 19

Appreciate the effort here, it's a useful starting point for someone who just got off the train. One angle nobody's hit yet is the kissaten culture, which is genuinely strong in this area. There's an...

Oct 3

Matsuyama

Things to Do in Matsuyama (2026)

Been to Matsuyama twice and the one thing I'd tack on is the Tobe Zoological Park pottery town, about 30 min by car or a bus from the Iyo Railway station. You can actually try your hand at a rokuro wh...

Encheng

Things to Do in Encheng (2026)

Good writeup, though I'd push back a little on the timing for the Old Town. If you go late afternoon you get the atmosphere but most of the ancestral halls are already winding down, so I usually tell...

Oct 1

London

What are local councils currently working on in various boroughs?

Several local councils have recently made announcements and decisions on various matters. In one borough, a pub's license was revoked due to operational concerns, while another council is significantl...

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Sep 23

Asansol

Best Food in Asansol: 2026 Guide

**🍛 Bengali Classics to Try** Start your culinary journey with authentic Bengali dishes like shorshe ilish (hilsa in mustard gravy) and kosha mangsho (slow-cooked mutton). For a taste of these, head...

0 4 2w

Sep 18

Tokyo

Higher entry level wages in Taipei than Tokyo? How??

The yen thing is doing a lot of work here. At 150 yen to the dollar, 225,000 yen looks tiny, but a Japanese grad comparing offers looks at what's left after rent and taxes. A 1K in Nerima runs maybe 7...

Sep 17

Tokyo

Oddly specific request: genderqueer kimono purchase?

If you want zero conversation at all, look into kimono rental shops that also sell off their stock, places like VASARA or Kyoto Kimono Mura sometimes clear out pieces cheap and the staff are trained t...

Aug 31

Dashiqiao

3 Days in Dashiqiao: Itinerary 2026

**🗺️ Day One: Old Town** Start your morning at the Dashiqiao Old Town, where the historic streets are best explored before the crowds. Wander through the morning market near the East Gate, then climb...

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Aug 19

Cheongju

Things to Do in Cheongju (2026)

**🏛️ Start at the Museum** Begin your visit at the National Museum of Korea's Cheongju branch, located at 71 Myeongam-ro, Sangdang-gu. It's free to enter and open from 10 AM to 6 PM, with extended hou...

1 6 1mo

Jul 23

Mandalay

Things to Do in Mandalay (2026)

**🏯 Start at Mandalay Palace** Mandalay Palace is the heart of the city and a must-see for history lovers. The sprawling complex includes the royal residence, watchtowers, and a moat that you can wal...

11 3 2mo