February 9, 2009
All Aboard!
Sometimes trains are so full, the station staff have to push people into them...
Hi everyone. Today I want to talk about how to survive the rush hour trains.
In Japan, almost everyone takes the train so during rush hour, everyone needs to take the train at the same time and that can be a real problem because there is not enough space for everyone. So the inside of the train is very crowded with people. Here are some things that can help you have a smoother ride:
First of all, the best position in the train when it is crowded is in a seat but finding one is hard.
The second is where two cars of the train are connected. Sometimes I see tall people and they look a little bit more comfortable.
You might also want to wear a hygiene mask because sometimes you are very close to a person who is sick, so you might be able to catch a cold anytime.
If you have any bags, the rule is you can't carry with your bag on your shoulders. You have to always keep your bag in front of you. It’s the rule.
Also, you can't talk on the phone because it disturbs the others
Follow these pieces of advice and you will feel more comfortable with the train when you come visit.