Safety in Sanda, Japan What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?
People’s Opinions
Felt very safe in Sanda. The only thing is if you’re riding a bike at night make sure you have a working light or headlamp on you because you will get pulled over. Also don’t J-walk and always use the cross walks.
Ministry Summary
Ministry Summary in Sanda, Japan Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?
People’s Opinions
We worked with Peter and Wendi Thomson and their Flip English ministry. As well as Christopher and Hutsho. We taught over 20 english classes over our month there. Some multiple times throughout the day. Usually in the afternoon to the evening. Then on the weekends had community events such as cooking classes, school visits, and seasonal parties as well as a going awat party. Everything is well structured and planned out the way Japanese culture tends to be.
Lodging
Lodging in Sanda, Japan Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.
People’s Opinions
Our team of 7 was split into 3. Our 3 guys stayed with Peter and Wendi at their house in the Tatami guest room sleeping on mats. The 4 girls were split in two and stayed at multiple Japanese homestays throughout the month. We used Peter’s house as our place for meetings and team times. The girls never stayed too far from there. But usually had to be back at their homestays by 6:00pm.
Food / Meals
Food / Meals in Sanda, Japan What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).
People’s Opinions
Our home stays provided breakfast and dinner. We usually went to the Aeon Mall for lunch. The food court has McDonald’s and as well as KFC. There’s an Udon noodle place and sushi restaurant too. Also right next to Peter’s house is a grocery store that sells bento boxes which are filling and budget friendly. You all can use Peter’s kitchen. See if Peter can take you to a rotaion Sushi place. It’s worth it to spend a little more!
Transportation
Transportation in Sanda, Japan What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.
People’s Opinions
Everything was usually in walking distance. Peter’s family has 4 bikes you can borrow if they’re available. Just make sure the lights work when biking at night. Anywhere far like the train station and Kyoto Peter will drive you. We took the train for a trip to Osaka and its a bit complicated. If you ask someone for help in the train station they’ll most likely help you out with where you’re trying to go.
Medical
Medical in Sanda, Japan Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).
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Communication
Communication in Sanda, Japan Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?
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Financial
Financial in Sanda, Japan Location of banks or ATMs, notes about transaction fees, best places to exchange money, and other money related advice.
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Translators
Translators in Sanda, Japan List any local translators – name and contact information, languages spoken
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Off Days / Fun Activities
Off Days / Fun Activities in Sanda, Japan What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?
People’s Opinions
We did a two mountain hike in one day in the city of Kobe. Ask Peter if Takumi is available to guide you.We spent two separate days in Osaka things to do is Namba Street, Sega Arcades, Osaka Castle, and the Pokémon Center at the Osaka Sky Building.
Other Important Contacts
Other Important Contacts in Sanda, Japan Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions
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Additional Info
Additional Info in Sanda, Japan Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?