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Currently sitting in a cafe in Osaka. Can confirm. Life is pretty normal. People appear normal. Will report back if situation changes.

• smegel 11y ago
  I envy you. Out of interest, what do you do (if not a tourist)?
  • dfcowell 11y ago
    I'm one of those digital nomad types. Currently operating a web dev agency in HK and Australia, but planning an expansion into Japan. Already got a small team of contractors here. Currently working through the paperwork to get my visa and company incorporation sorted here. P.S. Situation is still notable in its normalcy.
    • labster 11y ago
      Be sure to keep us informed if there's anything out of the ordinary. We're relying on you!
    • smegel 11y ago
      Do you have a blog? I am currently in Australia, and actually becoming a digital nomad is a kind of dream of mine. Not really sure how to make it a reality though...it seems that webdev/online contracting is such a saturated and race to the bottom pool.
      • dfcowell 11y ago
        I have a blog when I have the time to update it - rarely. I'm looking to hire developers, so if you don't mind being a remote employee we should talk. Google my HN username and you should find me easily enough.
        • smegel 11y ago
          Hey, your landing page has me impressed already!
    • laurieg 11y ago
      Congratulations on taking the dive! I've met lots of digital nomads and starry eyed entrepreneurs in Japan but the slog and paperwork of getting things set up often puts them off. Let me know if you make it to Fukuoka and I'll buy you a coffee.