Heading to Japan This Summer...

[Majordave]

For work. Don't think I can bring umpire gear but if any members here are in Japan message me and I'll try to make it fit.

If anyone has suggestions on Japanese umpire gear sellers there or places to eat, things to do, etc. let me know. 

Also planning catching at least one game of Japanese Major League Baseball. I'll be near Tokyo and at first perusal it looks like there are three or four teams not too far away by train. 

Thanks in advance for any help or suggestions. 

 

[BrianC14]

Roppongi district  (Tokyo) is great for after hours.  Restaurants, night clubs, etc.  I'd say leave the gear at home and enjoy the culture. 

 

[maineump]

Dave - I have a friend who is an umpire in Tokyo. I given you the info below to contact him. We worked a tournament is Guam a few years ago, and I learned a lot about their culture. Sounded really cool.

We also watched Japanese baseball on TV - he was describing the differences to me - it is a different game and would be fun to watch.

His name is Tekeru Kickuchi. His e-mail is chang-judi@hotmail.co.jp . That was the last one I had from him, hope it still works. When you talk to him tell him you talked to Troy San from Maine - it might help you out. He likes to be called Tom Cruz Actor (that was his nickname). He was a great guy - very good umpire and a great room mate over 12 days.

Good luck brother -

[Aging_Arbiter]

Enjoy!!