Author Topic: Japan Master Thread (Read 130283 times)

Yaalili · « **Reply #620 on:** July 01, 2018, 10:35:22 AM »

There’s a cheap Narita radisson too, cat 2.

moish · « **Reply #621 on:** July 01, 2018, 11:23:32 AM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 01, 2018, 10:18:58 AM

Such as...?

Come on, you know how to Google

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #622 on:** July 01, 2018, 11:31:43 AM »

Quote from: moish on July 01, 2018, 11:23:32 AM

Come on, you know how to Google

Lost in a forest, my friend. That's the problem with Google. So many results, so little indication of what's actually good...

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #623 on:** July 01, 2018, 11:35:51 AM »

Quote from: PieRSquare on July 01, 2018, 10:30:45 AM

Consider sending your luggage and just spending the first night at one of the Narita Hotels. I know there is a hilton and a Crowne Plaza. Then take a Keisei Skyliner* train from Narita to Ueno. Tour Ueno Park and Asakusa and make it down to the Sheraton/Chabad in time for dinner Tuesday.

For reasons that are beyond the scope of this conversation, that first night is already booked at the Sheraton in such a way that it's not practical to change/cancel. Would be easier to swallow the extra $200 for the Uber than to book a new hotel for that night.

Quote from: PieRSquare on July 01, 2018, 10:30:45 AM

Babies ride trains for free in Japan and you'll curse the bugaboo by the end of the trip.

Oh, I curse it already, don't worry.

But what's trains got to do with that?

PieRSquare · « **Reply #624 on:** July 01, 2018, 11:30:06 PM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 01, 2018, 11:35:51 AM

For reasons that are beyond the scope of this conversation, that first night is already booked at the Sheraton in such a way that it's not practical to change/cancel. Would be easier to swallow the extra $200 for the Uber than to book a new hotel for that night.

Oh, I curse it already, don't worry.

But what's trains got to do with that?

A city mini is an oversized stroller in Japan.

I wouldn't waste the time and money to go to Kyoto without staying overnight. If you're okay with a hotel in Tokyo and spending one night away, you can catch a morning train from Shinagawa station and return the next evening.

Otherwise get a simple rail pass like the JR Tokyo Wide Pass (https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/tokyowidepass/) and day trip Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

I would recommend Kamakura on Tuesday because it's the closest and you will have a delayed start after getting the pass.

Wednesday and Thursday decide between Nikko, Hakone, and Kobuchizawa. The last one is home to the Suntory Hakushu distillery and is popular than the Yamazaki one near Kyoto. Personally, I think Hakushu is better whisky.

Friday you could hit Tsukiji, Ueno and Asakusa. Shibuya Crossing Motzei Shabbat. Sunday would be Yoyogi Park/Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and the Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku. Monday you fly back.

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #625 on:** July 05, 2018, 02:58:16 PM »

Quote from: PieRSquare on July 01, 2018, 11:30:06 PM

A city mini is an oversized stroller in Japan.

I wouldn't waste the time and money to go to Kyoto without staying overnight. If you're okay with a hotel in Tokyo and spending one night away, you can catch a morning train from Shinagawa station and return the next evening.

Otherwise get a simple rail pass like the JR Tokyo Wide Pass (https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/tokyowidepass/) and day trip Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

I would recommend Kamakura on Tuesday because it's the closest and you will have a delayed start after getting the pass.

Wednesday and Thursday decide between Nikko, Hakone, and Kobuchizawa. The last one is home to the Suntory Hakushu distillery and is popular than the Yamazaki one near Kyoto. Personally, I think Hakushu is better whisky.

Friday you could hit Tsukiji, Ueno and Asakusa. Shibuya Crossing Motzei Shabbat. Sunday would be Yoyogi Park/Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and the Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku. Monday you fly back.

Thanks for that itinerary! Now I have a whole bunch of barely-pronounceable words to look up and see what the hell they are. 🙈 But I’m thrilled to have some leads, at least.

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #626 on:** July 05, 2018, 02:59:48 PM »

Does anyone know if the early-morning tuna auction is at all doable with a 10-month-old?

PieRSquare · « **Reply #627 on:** July 05, 2018, 05:31:58 PM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 05, 2018, 02:59:48 PM

Does anyone know if the early-morning tuna auction is at all doable with a 10-month-old?

Maybe, but I'd pass. You have to arrive at the auction site before the trains start running and sit on the floor of a room waiting for a few hours all before 6am and without a stroller.

Instead, I'd get to Tsukiji around 7:30 or 8 and walk around watching the fish get carved up. You can also buy fresh, raw, ready to eat tuna and salmon. (Kashrus is between you and your Rav) it may even be possible to sneak into the wholesale section of the inner market if you move quick and use a carrier. Worst thing that happens is you get invited to leave.

Also, Tokyo is super baby friendly. Most department stores have nursing rooms and nice baby changing areas. When in doubt, point at the baby's tush and look confused.

Aerial Dag · « **Reply #628 on:** July 05, 2018, 05:52:16 PM »

Even if you go to the regular Tsukiji market I would advise against taking a stroller. Super loud, crowded and narrow. I had to squeeze my way through groups of people to get by at points.

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #629 on:** July 05, 2018, 08:47:31 PM »

Quote from: Aerial Dag on July 05, 2018, 05:52:16 PM

Even if you go to the regular Tsukiji market I would advise against taking a stroller. Super loud, crowded and narrow. I had to squeeze my way through groups of people to get by at points.

Ouch. I wonder if a Doona would be any better...?

moish · « **Reply #630 on:** July 05, 2018, 09:08:54 PM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 05, 2018, 08:47:31 PM

Ouch. I wonder if a Doona would be any better...?

No baby bjorn? That would be ideal.

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #631 on:** July 06, 2018, 03:14:02 AM »

Quote from: moish on July 05, 2018, 09:08:54 PM

No baby bjorn? That would be ideal.

Nope. I have a nearly-new $180 ErgoBaby sitting in a cabinet collecting dust, because my kid never tolerated it.

moish · « **Reply #632 on:** July 06, 2018, 04:38:48 AM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 06, 2018, 03:14:02 AM

Nope. I have a nearly-new $180 ErgoBaby sitting in a cabinet collecting dust, because my kid never tolerated it.

That could be that your baby just has a sense of style

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #633 on:** July 06, 2018, 04:39:50 AM »

Quote from: moish on July 06, 2018, 04:38:48 AM

That could be that your baby just has a sense of style

Dan · « **Reply #634 on:** July 06, 2018, 08:16:13 AM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 06, 2018, 03:14:02 AM

Nope. I have a nearly-new $180 ErgoBaby sitting in a cabinet collecting dust, because my kid never tolerated it.

Might be time to force the issue...

moish · « **Reply #635 on:** July 06, 2018, 10:07:28 AM »

Quote from: Dan on July 06, 2018, 08:16:13 AM

Might be time to force the issue...

Agreed. Especially facing outward, no chance he wouldn't enjoy the sights if Tzukiji in a baby carrier

Aerial Dag · « **Reply #636 on:** July 06, 2018, 10:10:07 AM »

Quote from: Moishebatchy on July 06, 2018, 03:14:02 AM

Nope. I have a nearly-new $180 ErgoBaby sitting in a cabinet collecting dust, because my kid never tolerated it.

$180 for that thing? Is all baby stuff that expensive? Can't you just cut two holes on the bottom of a backpack and call it a day?

Dan · « **Reply #637 on:** July 06, 2018, 10:21:10 AM »

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Moishebatchy · « **Reply #638 on:** July 07, 2018, 01:47:50 PM »

Quote from: Dan on July 06, 2018, 08:16:13 AM

Might be time to force the issue...

Too late, I already left home without it... 🙈

Moishebatchy · « **Reply #639 on:** July 07, 2018, 01:50:22 PM »

Quote from: Dan on July 06, 2018, 10:21:10 AM

Or you can use DDMS
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