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Francis Turner's avatar

"Speaking of earthquakes, what are two things you should always bring with you, especially in a city like Tokyo?"

Now that's a really good question.

I think a flashlight and a bottle of water. I usually have both - though the flashlight is just one app on my phone...

Gianni Simone's avatar

Thanks, Francis. Stay tuned for the big reveal.

Gregory Starr's avatar

Great finds, Gianni! I had no idea. On my next museum/gallery run into Tokyo I think I'll add to the list.

Gianni Simone's avatar

They are genuinely fun, especially the place in Oshiage. I'm sure even m would have a kick out of it.

Margaret River's avatar

Great article, which serves as a reminder that parts of the world don't always make for safe and comfortable living. It never crosses my mind to prepare for an earthquake, so I can only guess - water, tinned food, practical clothing, toilet paper ...

Gianni Simone's avatar

Good job, you got one.

Buzen's avatar

Two items I always have on my keychain - a micro flashlight and an emergency whistle. The flashlight has various color flashing lights and some beeping alarms, but the whistle is much louder so that if I’m trapped in rubble some person or dog can hear me.

Gianni Simone's avatar

Thank you, those are very good answers. I must have a whistle somewhere. Stay tuned for the big reveal!

Portia's avatar

How cool is that!?

Gianni Simone's avatar

Any ideas about my quiz?

Jeffrey Streeter's avatar

Mentally, patience and trust. Physically, I don't know—a light and a whistle?

Gianni Simone's avatar

Patient and trust, definitely. And a good dose of luck.

Portia's avatar

I don't know...A bottle of water and business cards? Toilet paper and a mask? Miso and matchsticks? A wing and a prayer?

Gianni Simone's avatar

You definitely need the last two items!

Jeffrey Streeter's avatar

A wing and a prayer is a fantastic answer! 😂

Beroberto's avatar

I've been to Oshiage too and had a great time.