The Hokkaido Police Officer Who Left His Gun in a Convenience Store | @AbroadinJapan Podcast #12

TL;DR

Pete Donaldson shares his upcoming holiday plans in Japan, while Chris Broad discusses strange customs such as tattoo policies and plastic surgery in the country.

Transcript

that's the noise that triggers me more than anything I go I wanna I always want to do it but I don't because I'm too nice wow hello and welcome to the abroad Japan podcast probably the best way of learning about life in Japan without actually being in Japan I'm your host Chris Broad and we're joined as always by England's top Japan Enthusiast who's... Read More

Key Insights

• 🗾 Plastic surgery and tattoo policies are of interest to many in Japan.
• 🥵 Laser surgery can be used to reduce excessive sweating.
• 💪 Botox injections can temporarily immobilize muscles, but they carry potential risks.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why does Pete Donaldson have tattoos only on his legs?

Pete explains that back in the day, his legs were the only muscular part of his body. Additionally, he enjoys arm wrestling and refers to his arms as "pythons."

Q: What is the procedure for stopping excessive sweating in Japan?

Pete shares his personal experience of getting laser surgery done on his armpits to reduce excessive sweating. This procedure involved injecting lidocaine to numb the area.

Q: What are the risks and benefits of getting botox injections?

Chris explains that botox injections temporarily immobilize muscles, which helps reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging. However, he warns that botox is made from botulinum toxin, which can be dangerous if used inappropriately.

Q: Why did the police officer leave his loaded handgun in a convenience store?

The police officer unintentionally left his gun behind after using the convenience store's toilet. It was later discovered missing, prompting the officer to report the incident.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Pete Donaldson, an England-based Japan enthusiast, is finally going on his holiday to Japan, equipped with his plastic silicon legs.

• The hosts discuss the rules and policies regarding tattoos in Japan and Pete's solution of using silicon legs to cover them.

• They also touch upon the topic of plastic surgery, specifically botox injections, fillers, and the effects of botulism.