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Wondering if anyone can give me insights into vintage clothes shopping in Tokyo? Im currently in Japan and have plans to go vintage shopping in Tokyo. But I’m currently in Kanazawa and the stores here are insanely expensive. Im talking 150,000 yen/$150 AUD for a t-shirt expensive.

I accept you pay more for curation at a vintage store rather than a thrift store. But these prices are crazy. Its now made me reconsider if I should go vintage shopping in Tokyo or just change my plans to go and do something else. I had planned to go to Shimokitazawa but now I’m thinking that’ll be a trap and I’ll just hate it because I can’t genuinely shop.

Does anyone have any advice on this? Are there cheaper places to go?

Hi all, I’m flying QF79 Melbourne to Narita on Monday (15/6). I’m Platinum travelling solo and put in a classic upgrade request at time of booking. Booked in Economy Saver. Can anyone advise my likelihood of getting the upgrade? I’d think my chances are good but am prepping for the economy flight. I scored a bulk head seat on the side so will be best economy can be.

Edit: Got the upgrade!

Hey, I’ve just bought myself a Pentax 17. Its my toy to get back into film photography in a cheaper and fun way. I have low stakes and just want to take happy snaps and holiday photos. Keen to get advice on the best film to use for it for an upcoming trip to Japan. I’d like something that gives latitude and a prefer a golden image but am not set on anything in particular. Am I best off with Kodak gold or should I invest in Portra? Is there a different stock I should go for? Whats your experience with different stocks been like?

Hi all,

I’m travelling to Kyoto in a couple of weeks to attend a conference and need to pick accommodation. The conference is at the International Convention Centre and I’ve decided to stay in the centre of the city and commute by subway to the conference each day rather than stay at the centre. This is because I would like to explore and do some activities at night around the conference.

I’d like advice on the best place to stay that’s on the Karasuma line and has decent night life surrounding, e.g. laneways, restaurants, shops open late.

I’m travelling alone so just need 1 bedroom and would prefer a gym or access to nice places to run.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi everyone,

I'm travelling to Japan for my second trip in June. I have done the key stops of the golden route and have 2-3 days spare that I'm trying to fill. I will be in Kyoto and am wondering if Fukuoka or Kanazawa would be a better option? The distance to Fukuoka doesn't worry me, so would be the bullet train down and then back to Tokyo. The alternative is I'll go to Tokyo and do day trips from there to different places, Mt Fuji etc.

I'm interested in vintage shopping, film photography, general vibes of Japan. Any advice would be appreciated.

Hi all, I'm thinking about getting into knitting. I've been crocheting for a number of years and now want to try and knit a blanket and a jumper. I already have some yarn but need knitting needles. Any advice on a good, cheap entry level set of circular knitting needles?

Would also welcome any suggested patterns for easy introductions to both a striped log cabin blanket and a relaxed jumper. TIA!

Hi all, I'm thinking about getting into knitting. I've been crocheting for a number of years and now want to try and knit a blanket and a jumper. I already have some yarn but need knitting needles. Any advice on a good, cheap entry level set of circular knitting needles?

Would also welcome any suggested patterns for easy introductions to both a striped log cabin blanket and a relaxed jumper. TIA!