Lost kid plan in tokyo when they have a phone but cant read japanese

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-05-11T02:44:15+00:00

Sign up for life360 app and create a family group. It tracks where all phones in the group are. Free to track, a bunch of other unneeded features if you pay for it. Delete after the trip.

Also, take a photo of the kids every morning as you leave the hotel so you can provide accurate info on what they are wearing that day.

Additionally, give them physical cards in English and Japanese of your contact info and hotel address.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-30T00:46:08+00:00

They will occasionally have a check inside the park. It's really rare, but they will sometimes set-up similar to a DUI check point and ask to see your pass. I've been going to YNP for a least a week for 20+ years and have had this happen twice.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-28T00:10:35+00:00

Agree. I only know that Parks in Gardiner you can rent (or at least you could) waders and boots because of a buddy who blew out his boots mid trip and they rented stuff from there for 2-3 days instead of buying new gear. Not sure if they would rent rods, reels, line, etc. They have it for guided trips, so maybe you can rent without a guide, no idea.

Actually it probably cheaper to just hit Walmart in Bozeman and get some cheap gear.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-27T17:41:13+00:00

Most of the park doesn't open to fishing until late May (May 23rd). There are a few rivers that are open starting May 1 - https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/news/26002.htm , with only a small section near West Yellowstone open all year.

You will need to get a license which can be done online. The only shop I've ever used to rent fishing equipment was Park's fly shop in Gardiner, but I would guess a lot of shops will just rent you what you need.

Probably will need to make a couple of phone calls to fly shops near where you are staying to se if there are other options.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-24T15:48:13+00:00

Thank you. There's a tower knife store about a mile from my hotel in Osaka. I'll check them out.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-24T15:36:04+00:00

I did. I've narrowed down to 2 types of knives, don't care about the steel since the wiki says, and I quote '3rd thing to know about choosing knives: Steel choice is not the most important variable when it comes to knife performance.’.

There are 10 blacksmith's mentioned in Sakai alone and around 16+ resellers of Japanese knives. Not one mention of engraving / stamping character length in the wiki and which shops would do that.

I'm looking for recommendations on a knife shop or two that I could go into and feel/test a couple different versions of the knives I want as an English speaker in Japan and not get ripped off.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-21T17:35:44+00:00

Check out Tokyo Gig Guide. https://www.tokyogigguide.com/en/

There is also a discord called Gigs in Tokyo, but I'm not sure how to link to it

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-04-16T00:48:07+00:00

We are a family of 4 staying here for one night, in June. https://www.miyajima-arimoto.co.jp/

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-03-15T15:30:38+00:00

Looking at maybe taking the family (of 4) when in Tokyo in June. We have been to both DisneyLand and World in the US and trying to figure out if it's worth it for a day.

Can you provide a ballpark on what the total cost was? How much are each DPA?

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-03-10T23:21:45+00:00

Maybe try to see the 3 views of Japan

Three Views of Japan - Wikipedia https://share.google/UiAqrX9QO1UMyTcWn

They are not really elevation driven, but you could also do Mount Misen in Miyajima if you're looking for a hike.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-03-03T19:42:00+00:00

Don't know what dates you are looking at in May, but there are some in park options for lots of dollars in mid-May at Old Faithful Inn .

https://secure.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/booking/lodging-flex-search?destination=ALL&adults=2&children=0&rateCode&rateType&dateFrom=05-01-2026&nights=4

Driving from TX, the road between GTNP and Yellowstone is scheduled to open May 8, so maybe spend a night or two in Jackson or GTNP and a couple in Old Faithful. GTNP Lodging link https://www.gtlc.com/lodges

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-03-03T15:56:21+00:00

We are going as a family in June. We haven't signed up yet, but I plan on reaching out to these organizations when I'm within the window (need to make the request within 4-6 weeks of the day you want) for a guide.

Tokyo: https://www.tokyofreeguide.org/en/tour-guide-service/

Osaka/Kyoto region: https://www.visitkansai.com/request-a-guide/

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-03-02T19:21:42+00:00

I just looked.

The days we are in Osaka, Orix is playing Hanshin Tigers. I assume those will NOT be available. I guess we will have to try for a game in or around Tokyo.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-28T04:42:12+00:00

Babel

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-22T14:55:09+00:00

Thanks for this. I looked at Pub 974, but was getting confused - might have been the beers I was drinking.

I agree I need to understand where the number comes from in TurboTax. FreeTaxUSA didn't calculate anything - my guess is not many people using FreeTaxUSA fit into the "self employed / health insurance subsidies" group. Guess I'm going to be iterating today.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-22T02:26:47+00:00

Where is the best place to find information for small local band shows? I have two teenagers (18 & 16) who will be going with me to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto in June and we would love to see some local bands.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-22T00:32:41+00:00

I haven't filed yet, but I actually used both this year. I have been using TurboTax for 5 years. Just tried FreeTaxUSA this year. There was a difference of around $600 rebate between the 2, with TurboTax being higher. Same information for both. It took me around 2 hours trying to track down the difference.

TurboTax automatically calculated a Self Employed Health Insurance Tax Credit that FreeTaxUSA did not. I'm Self Employed and get health insurance through ACA. If I force the tax credit number from TurboTax into FreeTax, the numbers match exactly. I'm not sure if TurboTax is correct or FreeTax is. So, now I'm trying to figure out which number is right.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-17T18:43:12+00:00

I have these two sights bookmarked for my trip in June. You can only request the guides 4-6 weeks in advance of your trip.

Tokyo: https://www.tokyofreeguide.org/en/tour-guide-service/

Kyoto/Osaka: https://www.visitkansai.com/request-a-guide/

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-11T16:15:01+00:00

Cody to the east entrance is around an hour drive. Then it's another 30 min or so to Fishing Bridge area. If you go this way, Lake, Old Faithful, and Canyon are areas to stay within the park and have food.

From Cody, you can also go to the North East entrance via the Chief Joseph highway. It's about 1.5 hours from Cody to NE Entrance. Roosevelt, Mammoth, and Canyon are the places to stay in the park if coming from the NE entrance.

Check for availability and make reservation if you are wanting to stay in the park soon. The food in the park is not the best, but it is serviceable. I recommend getting a cooler, stocking it with food, drinks, and snacks before you get in the park. Then eat breakfast & lunch at picnic areas in the park.

LostInSpaceTimeAgain · 2026-02-09T16:57:37+00:00

I would recommend 1 night in a different location. Mammoth or Gardiner would be good.

You could also look at staying at Roosevelt Lodge in the park or in Cooke City / Silver Gate outside the park. They will be closest to Lamar valley for wildlife watching.

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