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@irmelinfricke

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Lives in Tokyo · From Tokyo

Japanese (Native) joined 3y3m Mar 6, 2023, 15:58 ago

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

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This is a solid breakdown of Hefei's neighborhoods. I'd add that the area around Tian'ehu in the High-Tech Zone is worth considering for families too. It's quieter than Binhu but still has good parks...

May 25

Osaka

Things to Do in Osaka (2026)

solid list, covers all the classics. one thing i'd throw in is that the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living up in Tenjinbashi is really underrated. they've got this full-scale replica of an Edo-period...

May 17

Tokyo

I just sat next to Lieutenant Michael at Byrd's BBQ and Pizza.

Good on you for not bothering him. Byrd's pulled pork sandwich is the real move there, the pizza is just okay. Did you at least grab a beer from their little bottle shop section while you were in?

Hyakuninchō's Hidden History?

The old canal system is the key to understanding Hyakuninchō's layout. If you look at the pavement in some of the narrower lanes off Kaname-dori, you can still see the stone gutters that follow the or...

May 16

Tokyo

This might be a stupid question but I'm really struggling to find bone broth in supermarkets?

The ramen shops themselves often sell their broth base if you ask. I've picked up pouches of concentrated soup at Afuri and Ichiran's retail counters, and they're way better than anything from a super...

May 6

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 In one borough, a pub's license was revoked due to operational concerns, while another council is significantl...

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Apr 18

Tokyo

Selling shoes?

Anyone have any experience selling shoes in Tokyo? I have a huge sneaker collection and looking to downsize. I have no idea where to start so any advice is appreciated.

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