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@stella

Bangkok

Anyone else ever feel depressed by the amount of turnover in Bangkok?

they keep remodeling food courts so rents go up, that's why businesses fail. thai chains usually survive but everything else is a gamble

May 15

Tokyo

How has living in Tokyo influenced your perspective on work-life balance?

the ichigyo-zammai thing is real but i think people miss that it applies to rest too. my neighbor is this old guy who spends sundays at a sento in Uguisudani for like four hours just rotating between...

Seoul

What's the best trail to take to catch the sunrise in Bukhansan National park?

I am planning on going to the Bukhansan National Park. I wish to view the sunrise as well. I saw the park opens at 4AM. How do I get here at around 5 - 5:30 AM to catch the sunrise. Also let me know t...

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May 14

Tokyo

Can I get "skin botox" (not regular botox) in Japan too or only Korea?

one thing nobody's mentioned yet is that japan's strict pharmaceutical regulations mean the skin botox here is usually a different formulation than what you'd get in korea. korean clinics often mix it...

Physical therapist for sports?

ngl you're right that most PT here is geared toward elderly rehab or post-stroke stuff, it's a whole different world from what you'd find in the US or australia if you're willing to pay a bit more an...

May 13

Berlin

Did anyone else see the Hans Zimmer and John Williams show last night at the Philharmonie?

Oi, read the damn program. It's printed on actual paper and handed to you as you walk in. If you lost it, the Philharmonie website has the full setlist posted within an hour of curtain.