MrSmiley 0 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Hey folks. My friend told me about this site a week or so ago and I have been glued to the info and forums here reading up and totally stoked on the idea of visiting Japan to ski. I have always wanted to get there but being able to ski as well just sounds like the best thing possible. Ever. Of course know about what happened in March. But over here, the media is pretty quiet about it all now. So it's difficult to know what the situaiton is now. So don't shout at me for asking...... So, what's the latest? I can find articles online, that's not what I'm after really. What I am interested in is more what you guys who live there think and know. Feedback most welcome. Cheers! Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Welcome to the forums. Well, depends where you are really, but yes, it's safe...especially for any of the places you'd be interested in going to... Link to post Share on other sites
Go Native 70 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Unless you're planning on travelling close to the reactors for a bit of nuclear disaster tourism you'll be fine. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 yeah......you'll be ok. Even if you did stray near to the reactor-affected area, the amount of lead that you breathed in from the lead paint that's used in all UK schools will keep you safe! Link to post Share on other sites
Mick Rich 78 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Yeah, as above. Now book that flight - you know you want to!! Link to post Share on other sites
snowdude 44 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Like the rest said, no problem unless you plan on camping out at the reactor! Link to post Share on other sites
torihada 2 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 You'll be fine. I'm off there in Dec. My drive up north passes Fukashima and I'm also going to spend time at Zao Ski Resort which is approx 100 km from Fukashima. I expect to get a greater radiation dose from the flight to Japan than anything during my 3 week stay. Apart from the crippling exchange rate this winter should be a good time to visit; though sad for Japan you may find some resorts a little quieter (well less foreigners) and you'll get a warm welcome for making the decision to visit Japan. Onsen + powder + Japanese food = Link to post Share on other sites
SnowJapan Admin SnowJapan 178 Posted October 24, 2011 SnowJapan Admin Share Posted October 24, 2011 I took that link out torihada, it was causing browser issues. mr Smiley, welcome and if you havent already please do check out the guide we made, there are some resources and feedback in there: http://www.snowjapan.com/e/japan-tohoku-earthquake/index.html Link to post Share on other sites
Fukuokanigel 0 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Yeah you should be fine...but definitely I wouldn't be eating the snow if you know what I mean. Link to post Share on other sites
Alexander L 80 Posted October 24, 2011 Share Posted October 24, 2011 Hey folks. My friend told me about this site a week or so ago and I have been glued to the info and forums here reading up and totally stoked on the idea of visiting Japan to ski. I have always wanted to get there but being able to ski as well just sounds like the best thing possible. Ever. Of course know about what happened in March. But over here, the media is pretty quiet about it all now. So it's difficult to know what the situaiton is now. So don't shout at me for asking...... So, what's the latest? I can find articles online, that's not what I'm after really. What I am interested in is more what you guys who live there think and know. Feedback most welcome. Cheers! I think what you need to ask yourself is can you eat raw stuff. In conserving electricity, many many households have been asked to not cook their food. Good luck. Link to post Share on other sites
SKI 15 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Ridiculous comment above, ignore it. Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Hey folks. My friend told me about this site a week or so ago and I have been glued to the info and forums here reading up and totally stoked on the idea of visiting Japan to ski. I have always wanted to get there but being able to ski as well just sounds like the best thing possible. Ever. Of course know about what happened in March. But over here, the media is pretty quiet about it all now. So it's difficult to know what the situaiton is now. So don't shout at me for asking...... So, what's the latest? I can find articles online, that's not what I'm after really. What I am interested in is more what you guys who live there think and know. Feedback most welcome. Cheers! I think what you need to ask yourself is can you eat raw stuff. In conserving electricity, many many households have been asked to not cook their food. Good luck. Ya....I've gotten used to cooking everything on a stick over a camp fire in my back yard...... ;) Link to post Share on other sites
Alexander L 80 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 what you don't like sashimi? Link to post Share on other sites
Alexander L 80 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 I'll bet you get a nice fresh piece of toro and then go grill it. Link to post Share on other sites
MrSmiley 0 Posted October 25, 2011 Author Share Posted October 25, 2011 Thanks, (most!) folks. Interesting guide you made on the site..... I like the feedback part. Link to post Share on other sites
MrSingh 0 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Yes. Still safe. I'm still here. Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 I'll bet you get a nice fresh piece of toro and then go grill it. Actually, yes Alex...More often than most considering I live 20 ft from where the boats unload. Link to post Share on other sites
grungy-gonads 54 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Serious question, Chriselle, but being so close.... Do you get strong fishy smells going on? Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 yeah but only from his pits Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Serious question, Chriselle, but being so close.... Do you get strong fishy smells going on? Yes, but only when they haul all of their nets in and dry them out to mend. They lay them out on the parking lot and if the wind is blowing the right direction it's RIPE!! Makes ya frickin gag. But its not very often... Link to post Share on other sites
Chriselle 158 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 yeah but only from his pits You know Rodent..........you could really open yourself up to some ridicule with having the name "beaver" and talking about smelly fish..... Link to post Share on other sites
pie-eater 207 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 Fish is all a bit too smelly for my liking. Why is that? I might just look on the intervebs to finding out! Link to post Share on other sites
Alexander L 80 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 I'll bet you get a nice fresh piece of toro and then go grill it. Actually, yes Alex...More often than most considering I live 20 ft from where the boats unload. Rreally? You would waste a piece of prime toro by cooking it. Link to post Share on other sites
RobBright 35 Posted October 25, 2011 Share Posted October 25, 2011 I think what you need to ask yourself is can you eat raw stuff. In conserving electricity, many many households have been asked to not cook their food. Good luck. Considering the majority of houses use gas for cooking rather than electricity have to say this is more bollocks from Thursday. Noone will force you to eat raw food at all. Lots of delicious and safe food to eat over here. So much so that you might to back with a few extra pounds around the belly. Link to post Share on other sites
Geeh 0 Posted October 26, 2011 Share Posted October 26, 2011 I hate raw fish. No problems with food. Tons of stuff I love. Link to post Share on other sites
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