u/adramhel

Hey everyone,

We’re supposed to leave for Japan in 2 weeks with my wife and our 23-month-old daughter. Pre-trip anxiety is peaking and I’m honestly thinking to cancel it (full refundable)

I’ve been to Japan 4 times already, so I know my way around and how things work. What’s terrifying me is managing my daughter. She is extremely active, super energetic, and currently in that phase where she falls and bumps into things constantly.

Our plan was to stay for 1-2 months with a super slow setup: 2 weeks fixed in Tokyo (Asakusa/Taito area) and 2 weeks in Kyoto, using apartments as bases so we can respect naps, cook at home, and take it easy. No rushed itineraries.

Before I pull the trigger and cancel, I'd love your take:

• Is managing a super hyperactive/accident-prone toddler in Japan a total nightmare, or manageable if we go slow?

• How bad was the jet lag from Europe with a kid this age, and how long did it take to adjust?

• For those who did it, was it actually worth it or did you regret not waiting until they were older?

Be brutally honest. Is canceling a smart move, or am I just panicking over nothing? Thanks!

Hey everyone,

We’re supposed to leave for Japan in 2 weeks with my wife and our 23-month-old daughter. Pre-trip anxiety is peaking and I’m honestly thinking to cancel it (full refundable)

I’ve been to Japan 4 times already, so I know my way around and how things work. What’s terrifying me is managing my daughter. She is extremely active, super energetic, and currently in that phase where she falls and bumps into things constantly.

Our plan was to stay for 1-2 months with a super slow setup: 2 weeks fixed in Tokyo (Asakusa/Taito area) and 2 weeks in Kyoto, using apartments as bases so we can respect naps, cook at home, and take it easy. No rushed itineraries.

Before I pull the trigger and cancel, I'd love your take:

\- Is managing a super hyperactive/accident-prone toddler in Japan a total nightmare, or manageable if we go slow?

\- How bad was the jet lag from Europe with a kid this age, and how long did it take to adjust?

\- For those who did it, was it actually worth it or did you regret not waiting until they were older?

Be brutally honest. Is canceling a smart move, or am I just panicking over nothing? Thanks!

Hello,

I'm moving to Japan for 3 months with my wife and a 2yo baby. I'm moving between cities every 2/3 weeks, and considering I've a baby I need a space with kitchen, dishwasher and a washing machine. Do you suggest to look for an house on airbnb or are there better platforms? (I've found houses on Airbnb on Tokyo for 2 weeks at 800€).

And if I need any pediatric checkup for my daughter, where can I find English speaking pediatrician? I'm planning to have a health insurance, but idk how does it work (and what covers) for babies.

Hello,

I'm moving to Japan for 3 months with my wife and a 2yo baby. I'm moving between cities every 2/3 weeks, and considering I've a baby I need a space with kitchen, dishwasher and a washing machine. Do you suggest to look for an house on airbnb or are there better platforms? (I've found houses on Airbnb on Tokyo for 2 weeks at 800€).

And if I need any pediatric checkup for my daughter, where can I find English speaking pediatrician? I'm planning to have a health insurance, but idk how does it work (and what covers) for babies.