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locagrl814 · Joined: 04 Jun 2003 Posts: 58

thanks A.S. wow, you're sooo nice!

I think there are parts of the US where people really dress fashionably. I've been to a few European cities, a few Asian countries and Puerto Rico and I dont think that people there dress better than those in New York City. I mean there are those in NYC who just dont give a damn about how they look, but I think there are a LOT of people who are very trendy and fashionable.

homersimpson · Joined: 14 Feb 2003 Posts: 569 Location: Kagoshima

The young girls in Tokyo are absolutely concerned about fashion and trends. In fact, they are pretty hardcore when it comes to fashion, which tends to change by the minute in Tokyo! As for the general population, expect to see men in suits (granted not Armani) regardless of the weather, and women in general will dress "nice." Just like in every industrialized nation, the younger generation is a mixed bag. Some of them will have the latest gangsta rap gear while others look like every day is laundry day.

locagrl814 · Joined: 04 Jun 2003 Posts: 58

u think my electric toothbrush (Braun) would work in Osaka? It's rechargeable. Are regular toothbrushes more expensive in Japan than in the States? How much do Crest toothbrushes cost? Thanks!

Celeste · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2003 5:41 am Post subject:

Bring the toothbrush and the hair gadgets. I actually had my electric toothbrush mailed to me because I missed it. (Mailing it was cheapr than buying a new one here) In F ukuoka city, we are on 110V electricity. The plugs are flat 2 prong like in N. America, without the ground prong. Instead, there is a green wire that you attach witha screw. You may not need any kind of adapter depending on your city.

locagrl814 · Joined: 04 Jun 2003 Posts: 58

I'll be in Osaka? You think I'll need some kind of adapter for my electric toothbrush?

Celeste · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2003 10:16 pm Post subject:

Would someone from Osaka care to tell us the voltage there?

bohinj · Joined: 03 Mar 2003 Posts: 30

Get subscriptions to your favorite magazines now and when you are ready to move, change your address to your school in Japan. You will be able to finish out your subscriptions in Japan, which will be much less than buying them each month when you live there.
Frankly, I think it's a waste to spend a lot of money sending a bunch of stuff over by surface mail, etc. Other than clothing and deodorant, you can buy everything in Japan. I went over with two very big suitcases packed to the absolute maximum and the maximum carry on.

azarashi sushi · Joined: 23 Jan 2003 Posts: 562 Location: Shinjuku

Girlfriend...

As promised, I went and checked out the price of J-straightening irons. I led you somewhat astray before... They were slightly more than I originally though... The price range was from 4000 to 8000...

I still think travelling light is the way to go ... And you never know ... You may get to Japan and see all those J-girls with their ironed hair and decide that it's time for you to enter the afro phase in your life...

A.S.

William Beckerson · Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2003 1:10 pm Post subject:

Aqua78 · Joined: 08 Apr 2003 Posts: 19 Location: St. Paul, MN

I've got a new question to add: what about bringing malaria pills (if planning to visit SE Asia)? I heard they were difficult to get and expensive in Japan, so I went and got a presciption from my doctor. Then someone else told me that you can get them dirt cheap from a pharmacy in Japan without a prescription. Also, they said it would be inconvenient to bring them because they have a limited shelf life and need to be refridgerated in warm weather. Who should I listen to? Confused

locagrl814 · Joined: 04 Jun 2003 Posts: 58

A.S., thanks for the info. I think I'll just bring my straightening iron. How much do transformers cost in Japan? I'll probably need that 'cause im also bringing my electric toothbrush. I think it'll be more economical I just buy a transformer in Japan and bring the stuff that I need when I move. I'll probably spend less money with that instead of buying an electric toothbrush, hair dryer and a straightening iron there.

Hmm I know that malaria pills are cheaper in SE Asian countries. Don't they have shots for those? If they do, I suggest you just get the shot before you go on your trip from Japan. That'll probably be best especially if your insurance company would cover it. You should ask someone else if your insurance covers malaria shots/ pills. If your insurance company wouldnt cover the shots/pills, I suggest you just go to the country and your first stop should be at the pharmacy. If you're planning to visit the Philippines, I know they sell those things there even without a prescription. Geesh they sell so much stuff without requiring a prescription! If you have the pills now that your doctor prescribed, check the expiration on the box or the bottle. Read the label. It should tell you if the pills need to be stored at room temperature or whatever. You can also ask your pharmacist.

Glenski · Joined: 15 Jan 2003 Posts: 12844 Location: Hokkaido, JAPAN

locagrl814 · Joined: 04 Jun 2003 Posts: 58

thanks glenski!

Does anyone know if renu contact solution is available in Japan? My eyes are very sensitive. Renu is the only solution that seems to not irritate my eyes. Are they expensive there?

Aqua78 · Joined: 08 Apr 2003 Posts: 19 Location: St. Paul, MN

Hmm, I've never heard of malaria shots. I want to visit Thailand, and you're supposed to start taking malaria pills a week before you get to a place.

As for contact lense solution, they do have Renu on the FBC website:

http://www.fbcusa.com/public2/products.php3

It is expensive, and I've heard it's also expensive to buy in the stores (around 1500 yen). But at least they have the "No Rub" kind - that's one thing I can't live without!

As Das Fads · Joined: 06 Mar 2003 Posts: 44

Don't bother with the straightening iron, get a straight perm when you get here! After 11 months of worrying about it I finally got mine done at the weekend - fan-bloody-tastic! No more humidity induced clown hair horror for me!