"John W." wrote:

> ethanrivers@hotmail.com (Ethan J. Rivers) wrote in message news:<c463af44.0305281445.1eded097@posting.google.com>...
> > Hi All:
> >
> > I am a gaijin (U.S.) who is moving to Tokyo in the next few months,
> > for job reasons.  As you might imagine, I am frantic with preparations
> > and packing for the move, and was hoping for some advice or
> > information regarding moving to Japan.  Specifically, if there are any
> > crucial documents I should have with me, or things that I should bring
> > from America as opposed to buying them in Japan, or places where I can
> > get information on the expat community in Tokyo, I would greatly
> > appreciate it if you could post them or e-mail them to me personally.
> >
> > Thanks, I look forward to hearing from everyone!
> >
> My standard advice is bring your comfort food, at least a little (of
> course it depends on what this is for you; for me it was PBJ). You'll

I brought Fritos, Cheetos, Jell-O, Jell-O pudding and Big Red gum last time. I also had a partly eaten bag of Sam's
Choice 40% chocolate chip cookies. My kids like Life Savers. Can't get those, even in the import shops here. I can't
believe regular stores haven't picked up Fritos and Cheetos. I'm glad Pepsi has finally caught on in Japan.

> probably be able to find it all in stores, particularly in Tokyo, and
> there's a lot of adventure in seeking out such stuff. But you might
> not feel like doing that, or might not have the time.
>
> John W.