Learning the language while in Japan

[tatsujin]

Hi guys,

A quick information request -

Do you know any nifty ways of practicing/learning Japanese by day in Japan? I have no trouble going out and about at night and chatting to people in pubs but during the day it seems a bit trickier...

Is there any cafes/organisations/meeting groups that look to language exchange?? I am currently based in Tokyo.

Any information offered would be much appreciated!

Also, any ideas where to pick up a prekeitei? I went to Vodafone and NTT in Ueno and they didn't know much about them (maybe my crap japanese didn't help...) I don't want to rent a phone as it seems excessive for the month I'm here and a contract isn't an option either. Is there maybe a place to pick one up second hand? (tried Metropolis)

Thanks again

[gomichild]

You should check Metropolis in regards to language exchange clubs, or even for people who want to do language exchange.

[yakinoumiso]

[tatsujin]

Thanks Yaki for the info - much appreciated. I have found a few places with prepaid phones - mainly combinis. I am going to try and pick one up tomorrow.

As regards the language, I started seeing a really nice Japanese girl who doesn't speak a word of English. We've been out twice and to say its an experience wouldn't do it justice - copious use of the old jisho was in order!