Zao, Yamagata

Japan in Crutches

22-23 Feb 2017
Day 4 on the slopes did not last too long. On the 3rd warm-up run, my board tips on something and had a fall which fractured my left foot and ankle. The question everyone asked me was how did I get back to Singapore ? I would have to say that it was actually a breeze thanks to the brillant coordination of the staff at Le Vert Zao Hotel, Taxi Company, Station masters of the various JR East stations, Narita Airport Staff, ANA ground staff and flight crew. There was always someone at each transit to help to all the way till we got on the plane. Impressive.
20170222_123227 Trip to the hospital in japan
Trip to the hospital in japan
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20170223_065024 Waiting to start to the journey back home
Waiting to start to the journey back home
20170223_104557 JR East reallocated me a seat with extra leg room and was nearest to the train exits
JR East reallocated me a seat with extra leg room and was nearest to the train exits
20170223_130205 ANA Special Assistance counter - check-in and they will also arrange for an airport staff to wheel you to the special customs lane to expediate customs...
ANA Special Assistance counter - check-in and they will also arrange for an airport staff to wheel you to the special customs lane to expediate customs clearance
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20170223_132721 My fav beef pie and apple pie from Grandsta Toyko Station
My fav beef pie and apple pie from Grandsta Toyko Station