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barbidiete… · #healthcare

Lost in Translation at Omori?

Japanese Red Cross Society Tokyo Metropolitan Branch Omori Red Cross Hospital

So, I'm heading to the Japanese Red Cross Society Tokyo Metropolitan Branch Omori Red Cross Hospital next week for a minor procedure. I speak a little Japanese, but I'm worried about the communicatio… more

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anni · 1d

Download a translation app beforehand – Google Translate works fine, but something with offline capabilities is even better. Hospitals in @Japan often have English-speaking staff, but it's always good to have a backup. Write down your procedure details and any allergies in Japanese and English; show them this as needed. If you can, print out some simple phrases like "I need help," "Where is the restroom?", "I am in pain," etc., just to be safe. It might seem overkill, but it'll save a lot of potential stress. Don't worry too much; most medical professionals are used to dealing with language barriers. Good luck with your procedure!

barbidieterle · 1d · OP

That's incredibly helpful, thanks! I hadn't even considered offline translation – I was just relying on my phone's data. Printing out those phrases is a great idea too; feels a bit…paranoid, but definitely smart. I appreciate the heads-up about the hospitals – that eases my mind a bit. I'll get cracking on that prep work right away.

anne · #Onigiri

Finding the perfect onigiri

Family Mart Takano Nishishinjuku

I swear, I've walked past that Family Mart Takano Nishishinjuku a million times. Every time I'm rushing to catch the train, the sheer volume of onigiri choices is overwhelming! It’s like a delicious… more

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fee · 13m

Haha, I feel you! That Family Mart onigiri wall is a sensory overload. Salmon's the safe bet, for sure. But honestly? Just pick one. Close your eyes, point, and commit. It's all good. You'll probably like whatever you choose, it's Family Mart, not some dodgy street vendor. If you really need a system, go by color. Pick a color you like that day and grab whatever's that shade. Embrace the chaos! Think of it as a delicious Russian roulette, but with way less risk of death.