ANNOYING things about Living in Germany as an ASIAN man

After three weeks, he identifies only Sunday closures, short crossing lights, and Berlin graffiti as drawbacks; otherwise Germany feels convenient and respectful. He reconsiders his Asia-focused past: Germany’s manners, nature, architecture, card payments, food, and privacy now seem preferable to Japan and Korea. A spacious Airbnb, exercise, cooking, and quitting dating apps improve his mood; he may stay longer before Brexit complicates residency.

His priorities shift from Asian idealisation and romantic pursuit toward peaceful, private, nature- oriented European living.