2025-10-13
Three Weeks in Los Angeles (Pros/Cons)
Three Weeks in Los Angeles 🌴
It’s already been three weeks since I moved from Tokyo to Los Angeles.
I’d like to write down some pros and cons of living in Long Beach, LA so far.
▪️ Pros
1. The Weather
The weather in Southern California is definitely better than that of Japan—especially in summer.
I get beautiful, sunny days almost every day, and simply being outside makes me feel better.
I think people often underestimate how much the weather affects our emotions.
This warm, sunny climate feels like the foundation of LA—every culture, movement, and lifestyle here seems to be born from it.
2. The Food (Ingredients)
Honestly, I didn’t expect to enjoy the food culture here as much as I did in Japan.
Tokyo’s food scene is incredibly sophisticated, probably one of the best in the world.
However, I was pleasantly surprised by how fresh and flavorful the ingredients—vegetables, meats, and fish—are here in LA.
It seems that plants and animals really thrive under this abundant sunshine.
As for dining out, while I sometimes feel that some chefs don’t pay as much attention to detail as in Japan, the quality of food at top-tier restaurants here is still quite impressive.
3. Human Relationships
This might not be unique to LA, but moving to a new country where I have no established connections gives me the chance to rebuild relationships from scratch—and that feels refreshing.
Even though I can’t always express my thoughts perfectly in English, I still enjoy interacting with people and learning from every conversation.
▪️ Cons
1. Unemployment and Social Connection
Not having a job doesn’t just mean losing a source of income—it also means losing daily social interactions that come from working.
I hadn’t realized how much those relationships at work contributed to my mental stability.
Right now, my human connections are mostly limited to my wife, which sometimes makes me feel isolated.
2. Early Closing Hours
Most supermarkets and restaurants close surprisingly early, even on weekends.
Coming from Japan, where many places stay open late, this can be a little frustrating.
As I wrote above, I’ve really enjoyed my life in LA so far.
I’ll keep making fixed-point observations about how my feelings and experiences change over time.
See you next time! 👋
It’s already been three weeks since I moved from Tokyo to Los Angeles.
I’d like to write down some pros and cons of living in Long Beach, LA so far.
▪️ Pros
1. The Weather
The weather in Southern California is definitely better than that of Japan—especially in summer.
I get beautiful, sunny days almost every day, and simply being outside makes me feel better.
I think people often underestimate how much the weather affects our emotions.
This warm, sunny climate feels like the foundation of LA—every culture, movement, and lifestyle here seems to be born from it.
2. The Food (Ingredients)
Honestly, I didn’t expect to enjoy the food culture here as much as I did in Japan.
Tokyo’s food scene is incredibly sophisticated, probably one of the best in the world.
However, I was pleasantly surprised by how fresh and flavorful the ingredients—vegetables, meats, and fish—are here in LA.
It seems that plants and animals really thrive under this abundant sunshine.
As for dining out, while I sometimes feel that some chefs don’t pay as much attention to detail as in Japan, the quality of food at top-tier restaurants here is still quite impressive.
3. Human Relationships
This might not be unique to LA, but moving to a new country where I have no established connections gives me the chance to rebuild relationships from scratch—and that feels refreshing.
Even though I can’t always express my thoughts perfectly in English, I still enjoy interacting with people and learning from every conversation.
▪️ Cons
1. Unemployment and Social Connection
Not having a job doesn’t just mean losing a source of income—it also means losing daily social interactions that come from working.
I hadn’t realized how much those relationships at work contributed to my mental stability.
Right now, my human connections are mostly limited to my wife, which sometimes makes me feel isolated.
2. Early Closing Hours
Most supermarkets and restaurants close surprisingly early, even on weekends.
Coming from Japan, where many places stay open late, this can be a little frustrating.
As I wrote above, I’ve really enjoyed my life in LA so far.
I’ll keep making fixed-point observations about how my feelings and experiences change over time.
See you next time! 👋