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Justinelebonne · Joined: 11 Jun 2009 Posts: 42 Location: UK

Hey,

MOD EDIT

My hubby and I have a dream job in Takayama lined up for April 17th. We have our flights and visa's and are just waiting to go. We are obviously devastated for the Japanese people but we would like some opinions on whether it is still safe for us to come. We do have to fly in to Tokyo and stay for the night. Should we get some potassium iodide tablets? Thanks

Sweetsee · Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Posts: 2302 Location: ) is everything

Where's Takayama, Justine?

Justinelebonne · Joined: 11 Jun 2009 Posts: 42 Location: UK

It's in Gifu Prefecture, in the Japanese 'Alps'.

http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e5900.html

Thanks

Sweetsee · Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Posts: 2302 Location: ) is everything

I think it's safe. We wouldn't be here if it weren't. What is it you are concerned about, Tokyo?

Justinelebonne · Joined: 11 Jun 2009 Posts: 42 Location: UK

hey,

Well, we need to get the Narita Express from the airport to Shinjuku- the website says its not running. Then, the next day we need to get the Nohi bus to Takayama.

Also, just read a few reports of radiation in Tokyo although I'm not sure what to believe now.

Thanks

Sweetsee · Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Posts: 2302 Location: ) is everything

Howdy,
NEX should be running by then, but I don't know why you would use it. Just take a train, save money. Also, radiation is everywhere. Do you like bananas? What about the radiation you'll be exposed to on your flight?

Justinelebonne · Joined: 11 Jun 2009 Posts: 42 Location: UK

Well we arrive quite late at night and just read it was quicker. Is it not?

What are you talking about Bananas for?

I'm really not wanting to get in a debate about Radiation, I just want to know that the levels in Tokyo are safe enough for me to travel through with my husband. You can't blame us for asking with everything that's on the news.

Thanks

Sweetsee · Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Posts: 2302 Location: ) is everything

The new Skyliner's the fastest, I heard. I imagine it depends on the connections though. You could probably figure that out, but I doubt it makes much difference, maybe a few minutes here or there. Mostly a matter of preference for most, depending on convenience or cost.
As for Tokyo being safe on April 17 so you and your hubby can pass through, who knows? It is the safest city in the world. What is it that you are afraid of? What is your fear?

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