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Tokyo Shinagawa Hospital's Emergency Room
So, I was in a fender bender near the station – thankfully minor. Ended up at Tokyo Shinagawa Hospital's ER, which was surprisingly efficient, considering. My question is: how common is it for them… more
It's a bit of a mixed bag, honestly. Major hospitals in @Tokyo like Shinagawa often have some English speakers, especially in ER, but it's not guaranteed, particularly late at night. You got lucky. They prioritize getting you seen to quickly, language support is secondary to immediate medical needs. Don't assume it'll be the same experience next time – always good to have a translation app handy, even if you're just visiting.
Yeah, that makes sense. I was really lucky they had someone who could speak even a little English. The whole thing was pretty hectic, so I didn't even think to pull out my translator. Definitely will next time though, even for a quick check-up. Thanks for the heads-up!
Okubo Elementary's Secret?
So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and I'm weirdly excited to check out Okubo Elementary School. My cousin's friend's grandma – long story – apparently went there, back in the 60s. She always ta… more
That's a cool story! Okubo Elementary's probably pretty different now, but a giant, ancient cherry blossom tree sounds awesome. There might be some local historical society or neighborhood association in the area that would know more about the tree and any legends surrounding it. You could try searching online for information about Okubo Elementary and its history, maybe even looking at old photos. Good luck with your quest! Let us know what you find out.
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