New York Local Information

TAKI LIMO provides not only private chauffeur and charter transportation, but also practical local information for visitors to New York, guests from Japan, New York residents hosting family or business guests, and local professionals. This section summarizes useful information related to emergency contacts, Japanese-related public offices, Japanese-language medical support, Japanese groceries, local media, and practical planning during a New York stay.

Japanese public offices and emergency contacts

Consulate-General of Japan in New York
Phone: 212-371-8222

Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations
Phone: 212-223-4300

JETRO New York
Phone: 212-997-0400

New York City Police Department (NYPD)
General inquiries: 646-610-5000
Emergency: 911

Japanese-language medical and support resources

Japanese Medical Care
Phone: 212-365-5066

J+MED on Madison
Phone: 212-204-8567

JAMSNET
Japanese-language medical, welfare, and community support network around New York.

Japanese Medical Practice / Tokyo Marine Nichido Medical Service
Phone: 212-889-2119

Japanese food and grocery information

In Manhattan, Japanese restaurants, ramen shops, sushi restaurants, izakaya-style dining, bento, and Japanese grocery options are available in Midtown, the East Village, Greenwich Village, SoHo, and nearby areas.

Japanese grocery and food-related options include Katagiri Japanese Grocery, Sunrise Mart, Japan Village, Mitsuwa Marketplace, Dainobu, and online grocery delivery services such as Weee!.

Japanese-language local media

DAILYSUN NEW YORK
Japanese-language news, events, and lifestyle information in New York.

YomiTime
Japanese community, event, arts, culture, and local information.

NY Japion
New York lifestyle, community information, classifieds, and digital editions.

Shukan NY Seikatsu
Japanese community, culture, education, and local life information.

This information is provided as a practical reference during a New York stay. Hours, office information, medical availability, Japanese-language support, store details, locations, and phone numbers may change. Please always confirm directly with each official source before visiting. In an emergency, call 911.

JASSI: Japanese-Language Social-Service Support in New York

JASSI (Japanese American Social Services, Inc.) is a nonprofit organization serving people in the New York metropolitan area who may need assistance because of language, cultural, or social-service barriers.

Free and Confidential Consultation

JASSI provides free and confidential information, consultation, and referrals in Japanese and English. Available assistance may depend on the individual situation, place of residence, eligibility requirements, and current program availability.

Areas of Support

Support may include general living concerns, health insurance, housing, public benefits, senior services, caregiver support, family matters, disability-related concerns, legal-service referrals, and connections to appropriate community resources.

JASSI Hotline

Phone: 212-442-1541, Extension 1
Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Email: info@jassi.org

Office

100 Gold Street, Lower Level
New York, NY 10038

Visit the JASSI Official Website

TAKI LIMO is not an intake or consultation office for JASSI. Please contact JASSI directly regarding consultations, eligibility, service availability, and individual assistance.

Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postpartum Care & Japanese-Speaking Pediatricians

This section is provided as a community resource for Japanese and Japanese-connected families living in New York and nearby areas. It explains the general path from confirming a pregnancy and finding an OB-GYN to childbirth preparation, hospital delivery, postpartum recovery, newborn care and establishing care with a Japanese-speaking pediatrician. The information is not a medical referral or endorsement.

1Confirming PregnancyCheck insurance coverage and contact an OB-GYN to ask when the first prenatal visit should be scheduled.

2OB-GYN & Delivery HospitalConfirm both the physician’s office and the hospital where delivery would take place.

3Childbirth PreparationComplete hospital registration, childbirth classes, a birth plan and transportation planning.

4Labor SupportAsk about medical interpreters, epidural options, the on-call physician system and doula support.

5Before DischargeConfirm feeding support, newborn screening, postpartum follow-up and the baby’s pediatric appointment.

6Postpartum & Newborn CareMonitor maternal recovery, emotional wellbeing, feeding, weight, jaundice and newborn health.

7Establish Pediatric CareConfirm newborn acceptance, insurance, vaccines, after-hours advice and Japanese-language availability.

8Community SupportFor social-service, insurance or family-support questions, community organizations such as JASSI may be helpful.

1. Japanese-Speaking OB-GYNs

In the United States, the clinic where prenatal visits take place may be separate from the hospital where delivery occurs. Before scheduling, confirm current Japanese-language availability, new-patient acceptance, gestational-age limits, insurance participation, the delivery hospital and the practice’s on-call coverage.

OB-GYN / Manhattan & Westchester Yuzuru Anzai, MD, FACOG

An OB-GYN with NY Midtown OB/GYN. His official profile lists English and Japanese and describes experience with more than 4,000 deliveries. Office locations include Manhattan and Mamaroneck.

NY Midtown OB/GYN
800 Second Avenue, Suite 815, New York, NY 10017
Phone: 646-292-3030

View official profile

OB-GYN / ColumbiaDoctors Makoto Tokiwa, MD

An OB-GYN with Columbia University and NewYork-Presbyterian. Her official profile lists Japanese and includes low-risk pregnancy care, prenatal care and obstetric services.

ColumbiaDoctors – Columbus Circle
5 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019
Phone: 212-305-4682

View official profile

OB-GYN / Manhattan & Westchester Mio Sawai, MD, FACOG

An OB-GYN with NY Midtown OB/GYN. Her official profile lists English and Japanese, notes obstetric training in Japan and describes a professional interest in high-risk pregnancy.

NY Midtown OB/GYN
800 Second Avenue, Suite 815, New York, NY 10017
Phone: 646-292-3030

View official profile

Important appointment question Confirm the delivery hospital separately

The physician seen during prenatal visits may not personally attend the delivery. Another physician from the same practice may be on call. Confirm the hospital, Labor and Delivery entrance, emergency contact procedures, interpreter access, epidural options and high-risk referral arrangements.

2. Preparing for Childbirth

Hospital, Insurance & Registration

Delivery hospital and preregistration deadline
Insurance participation for both physician and hospital
Deductibles, copays, referrals and prior authorization
Night and weekend Labor and Delivery entrance
Support-person, visitor and interpreter policies

Childbirth Education

Labor, delivery and cesarean birth basics
Breastfeeding, pumping and formula feeding
Newborn care and home safety
Infant CPR and car-seat education
Language, cost and hospital eligibility

Birth Plan

Pain-management preferences
Support person and interpreter needs
Skin-to-skin contact after birth
Feeding preferences
Preferences if a cesarean delivery becomes necessary

Admission & Discharge Preparation

Identification, insurance and medication list
Maternal and newborn clothing
Chargers, personal-care items and documents
Rear-facing infant car seat
Primary and backup transportation plans

NewYork-Presbyterian Classes NYU Langone Parent Classes

3. Medical Interpreters, Doulas & Lactation Support

Even when the OB-GYN speaks Japanese, nurses, anesthesiologists, pediatricians and other hospital staff may not. Ask the hospital how to request a qualified medical interpreter for admission, labor, procedures and discharge instructions.

Medical Interpreter

Ask whether interpreter service is provided at no charge
Confirm whether service is in person, by phone or by video
Request interpretation for important consent and discharge discussions
Do not rely only on family members for complex medical interpretation

Doula Support

Non-medical support during pregnancy, labor and postpartum recovery
Verify training, experience, language and fees
Confirm hospital attendance and overnight availability
Review NYC free or reduced-cost programs when eligible

Lactation Support

Lactation consultant availability
Latching, positioning and pump instruction
Contact information for breast pain, fever or mastitis concerns
Breast milk, formula or combination feeding based on family needs

NYC Citywide Doula Initiative

Free doula care may be available for eligible residents
Phone: 844-OK-DOULA (844-653-6852)
Eligibility and availability must be confirmed directly
Doulas do not diagnose or provide medical treatment

NYC Doula Care Citywide Doula Initiative

4. Postpartum Recovery & Newborn Care

Maternal Postpartum Care

Postpartum appointment schedule
Bleeding, pain and cesarean-incision care
Blood pressure, fever, medications, sleep and rest
Anxiety, depression and emotional-health support

Newborn Care

First pediatric appointment after discharge
Weight, jaundice and feeding
Newborn screening and immunization
After-hours and weekend contact procedures

Documents & Insurance

Birth certificate
Social Security Number
Adding the baby to health insurance
Japanese birth registration or passport procedures when applicable

Family Support at Home

Meals, laundry, shopping and care for older children
Postpartum doula or family assistance
Transportation to pediatric and postpartum visits
Shared emergency contact information

5. Japanese-Speaking Pediatric and Family Medicine

Families may be asked to identify a pediatrician before delivery or before hospital discharge. Confirm newborn acceptance, first-visit timing, insurance, Japanese-language availability, vaccination services and after-hours advice.

Pediatrics / Brooklyn Miyoko Onishi, MD, PhD

A pediatrician with Tribeca Pediatrics. Her official profile lists Ditmas Park as the main office and Japanese as a second language. She also holds a PhD in developmental psychology.

View official profile

Pediatrics & Internal Medicine / Westchester Maki Kano-Lueckerath, MD

A physician with Mount Sinai Doctors Japanese Medical Practice – Hartsdale. She is board certified in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine and provides primary care from newborns through older adults.

141 South Central Avenue, Suite 102, Hartsdale, NY 10530
Phone: 914-997-1200

View official profile

Family Medicine / New Jersey Hibari Family Medical

A Japanese-language family medicine clinic in Edgewater. Its official website lists pediatric care, immunizations, health examinations and family medicine. It is not a pediatric-only practice.

725 River Road, Suite 214, Edgewater, NJ 07020
Phone: 201-903-9929

View official services

Connecticut, Pennsylvania & Other States Confirm telehealth licensing

Telehealth availability depends on the clinician’s license, the patient’s physical location and the child’s age. Before booking, confirm pediatric eligibility, prescriptions, insurance and the plan for in-person care if an examination or testing is needed.

6. Questions to Ask Before Booking

OB-GYN

Is Japanese-language care currently available?
Are new pregnant patients being accepted?
Is there a gestational-age limit for a first appointment?
Which hospital handles delivery?
Are insurance, testing and epidural services covered?

Pediatrics

Are newborns and new patients accepted?
Which days and clinicians provide Japanese-language care?
Is the family’s insurance accepted?
Are well-child visits, vaccines and developmental concerns covered?
How are urgent, after-hours and weekend concerns handled?

Emergency care: Heavy bleeding during pregnancy, severe abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, seizures, loss of consciousness, a sudden decrease in fetal movement, suspected rupture of membranes, severe postpartum bleeding, chest pain, severe headache, vision changes, or a newborn with breathing difficulty, reduced responsiveness or seizures require urgent medical attention. Contact the treating physician, the delivery hospital’s Labor and Delivery unit, or call 911 as appropriate.

This information is provided as a general community resource. TAKI LIMO does not recommend or endorse any particular physician or medical facility and does not guarantee appointment availability, insurance coverage, diagnosis, treatment, delivery arrangements or medical outcomes. Office locations, languages, schedules, delivery hospitals, patient-age limits, telephone numbers and insurance participation may change. Confirm all current details directly with the healthcare provider.

Japanese Schools, Weekend Schools, Preschool and Childcare in the New York Area

Families in New York, Long Island, Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut can choose from full-time Japanese schools, Saturday and weekend programs, Japanese preschool, daycare, childcare, after-school and seasonal programs. The best option depends on the child’s age, plans to return to Japan, local-school schedule, Japanese-language goals and family location.

Full-Time Japanese Schools Weekend & Saturday Schools New York Ikuei Gakuen Preschool, Daycare & Childcare

1. Full-Time Japanese Schools

Full-time Japanese schools may be appropriate for families seeking a Japanese curriculum or planning a future return to the Japanese school system. Admissions, grade availability, tuition, transportation, health documents and transfer requirements may change by school year.

Full-Time / Greenwich, Connecticut The Japanese School of New York

A full-time Japanese school in Greenwich, Connecticut, offering elementary and junior-high education, English-language learning, local studies, school events and support programs.

Visit the official website

Independent Secondary School / Purchase, New York Keio Academy of New York

A coeducational secondary school for grades 9 through 12 in Purchase, New York. It is part of the Keio educational system and offers a bilingual and bicultural environment.

TAKI LIMO provides transportation for Keio Academy students, parents and families. We can assist with JFK, LGA and EWR airport transfers, travel between the school and Manhattan hotels or residences, move-in and enrollment trips, school events, vacation-period travel and transportation with multiple suitcases.

Ask About Keio Academy Transportation Make a Reservation Visit the Academy website

TAKI LIMO is not an official transportation provider or affiliated company of Keio Academy of New York. Transportation is provided directly to customers who request our service.

Full-Time / New Jersey The New Jersey Japanese School

A full-time Japanese school serving families in New Jersey and nearby areas. Please confirm current grades, admissions, curriculum, tuition and school-bus information directly with the school.

Visit the official website

2. Weekend and Saturday Japanese Programs

These programs are generally designed for children who attend local schools during the week and study Japanese language, mathematics and Japanese culture on Saturdays or weekends.

Saturday Program / Westchester & Long Island The Japanese Weekend School of New York — W Campus and LI Campus

The program serves children from kindergarten through upper grades with Japanese-language instruction. The Long Island campus is an important option for families living on Long Island, while the W campus serves the Westchester area.

Visit the official website

Saturday Program / Paramus, New Jersey The Japanese Weekend School of New Jersey

A Saturday school offering Japanese-language curriculum, including Japanese and mathematics, for students who attend local schools during the week.

Visit the official website

3. New York Ikuei Gakuen

New York Ikuei Gakuen offers a range of full-time, weekend, preschool, childcare, after-school and seasonal programs at locations in New Jersey, Manhattan and Port Washington. Programs differ by campus, age and schedule.

Long Island / Saturday School Ikuei Saturday School — Port Washington

A Saturday Japanese program in Port Washington for young children and elementary-age students. This is a separate institution from the Long Island campus of the Japanese Weekend School of New York.

View the official program page

Long Island / Campus Information Ikuei Gakuen Port Washington Campus

A Long Island campus serving the Port Washington area. Current program locations, office information and schedules should be confirmed on the official campus page.

View campus information

New Jersey / Main Campus New York Ikuei Gakuen — New Jersey Campus

The main campus offers several programs, including full-time education, Saturday school, childcare and school-bus options.

Visit the official website

Manhattan / Weekend & Early Childhood Programs Ikuei Gakuen Manhattan Programs

Manhattan-area programs may include weekend Japanese classes, preschool and after-school options. Confirm the latest location before applying.

View campus listings

4. Japanese Preschool, Daycare and Childcare

Families seeking a Japanese-language environment for younger children can explore preschool, daycare, childcare, weekend playgroups and after-school programs. Program names can be similar even when licensing, hours and age requirements differ.

Manhattan / Japanese Childcare & Daycare Star Child

A Japanese-language childcare and early-education provider offering age-based classes, weekend playgroups and related programs. Confirm current ages, hours, tuition and availability.

Visit the official website

Multiple Locations / Early Childhood Programs Ikuei Gakuen Preschool and Childcare Programs

New York Ikuei Gakuen offers early-childhood, weekday, weekend and seasonal programs at selected campuses. Age requirements and schedules vary.

View official programs

5. What Families Should Confirm Before Applying

Program Type and Curriculum

Full-time, weekend, Saturday, preschool or daycare
Age and grade eligibility
Japanese-focused or bilingual education
Japanese, mathematics and cultural studies
Support for return-to-Japan plans or heritage-language goals

Admissions and Registration

Application period and midyear transfers
Interview, screening and language expectations
Tuition, registration and materials fees
Vaccination, health and identity documents
Waiting lists and current availability

Transportation and Commuting

School-bus availability and service area
Parent drop-off, parking and pickup procedures
Travel time from Manhattan, Long Island or New Jersey
Weather and school-closing communication
Transportation needs during arrival, departure or school breaks

Preschool and Childcare

Hours, extended care and minimum attendance days
Meals, snacks and allergy policies
Naps and toilet-training requirements
Illness, fever and medication procedures
Temporary care, summer and weekend programs

Please note: This page is general reference information for families researching Japanese-language education. TAKI LIMO does not recommend, certify or guarantee any particular school, preschool or childcare provider. Locations, grades, schedules, tuition, transportation, admissions and availability may change. Always confirm the latest details directly with the institution.

Public Sports, Parks & Recreation for Families

New York City offers many public and low-cost ways for children, adults and families to stay active. Permits, reservations, seasonal schedules and fees can change, so check the official facility page before visiting.

NYC PARKSRecreation Centers

Community recreation centers may offer pools, fitness rooms, basketball courts, classes and youth activities.

Membership is free for people age 24 and younger.
Adult and senior fees vary by age and facility type.

NYC Recreation Centers

TENNISPublic Tennis Courts

Outdoor public courts are available across the five boroughs. Seasonal permits or single-play tickets may be required.

NYC Parks Tennis

BALLFIELDSBaseball & Softball Fields

Casual use may be possible when fields are open and unreserved. Organized teams and reserved play generally require a permit.

Field and Court Permits

GOLF & SKATINGPublic Golf and Ice Skating

Public golf courses charge per round. Skating fees, rentals and programs depend on the individual rink.

NYC Public Golf

WATER & BEACHESBeaches, Kayaking and Canoeing

City beaches are generally free to enter during the official season. Parking, rentals and organized programs may have separate fees.

Kayaking and Canoeing

PRIVATE COMPLEXChelsea Piers

Chelsea Piers near West 23rd Street is a private sports complex, not an NYC Parks facility. Programs include skating, gymnastics, soccer, basketball, golf, fitness and camps.

Chelsea Piers

Public facilities give permit holders and scheduled programs priority. Always confirm age rules, registration, equipment requirements and weather closures before visiting.

JFK, LGA, and EWR Airport Mini Guide

New York-area airports differ in access routes, pickup procedures, congestion patterns, construction, tolls, and timing. For airport transfers, it is helpful to confirm the flight number, terminal, number of passengers, luggage volume, and the schedule after arrival in advance.

JFK Airport JFK handles many international flights and often has terminal-specific traffic patterns, construction, and access changes. Confirming the terminal, pickup method, luggage volume, and communication method in advance helps make departure from the airport smoother.

LGA Airport LGA is relatively close to Manhattan, but traffic around the airport and connecting bridges can change quickly depending on time of day, weather, events, and construction. Morning and evening travel may require extra time.

EWR Airport EWR is located in New Jersey, so travel to Manhattan and New York City is affected by bridges, tunnels, toll roads, and New Jersey traffic. Weekday evenings and bad-weather days can require a more conservative schedule.

Before your airport transfer Please share your flight number, arrival time, terminal, number of passengers, luggage volume, child-seat needs, and any requested stops after airport pickup. This helps us plan a smoother airport transfer.

Airport pickup locations, terminal access, construction routes, and traffic rules may change. Please also check airline and airport official information before travel.

New York Traffic Conditions

Before departure, drivers often confirm conditions using GPS, traffic apps, and radio updates. Today, Google Maps and Waze are especially useful for checking congestion, accidents, alternate routes, and estimated arrival times.

For transportation where punctuality matters—such as meetings, airport transfers, dinners, Broadway shows, school visits, or medical appointments—conditions can change quickly. Travel from Manhattan to surrounding areas may be smoother during some hours, but weather, accidents, construction, parades, demonstrations, sports events, and major conferences can still make timing difficult to predict. During warmer seasons, traffic toward beaches and suburban destinations also increases, including on weekends.

View toward Queens from near the United Nations area. Traffic volume can change significantly depending on the time of day, weather, and local events.

Morning patterns Commuter and business traffic often begins around 5:30 AM. Between approximately 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM, travel times may increase sharply, and GPS estimates can continue to lengthen while already en route. Accidents are also relatively common before around 9:00 AM, so extra time is important.

Afternoon patterns In recent years, congestion often begins earlier in the day. The return-traffic flow may start around 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM, and traffic often peaks between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM. For airport transfers or time-sensitive appointments, it is usually safer to leave earlier than expected.

Rain, snow, and strong wind In New York, rain, snow, strong wind, and sudden storms can significantly change traffic flow. Hotels, theaters, airports, restaurants, and curbside pickup areas may also become more difficult for loading and unloading.

Leaving earlier in bad weather For airport transfers, Broadway shows, dinners, meetings, medical appointments, and time-sensitive schedules, it is usually safer to leave earlier than usual. JFK and EWR travel times can increase sharply when accidents, construction, and weather overlap.

The more fixed the schedule is—airport transfers, meetings, dinners, shows, or events—the more important it is to think in terms of leaving a little early.

Bridges, Tunnels, and Major Roads

Around New York, traffic at bridges and tunnels can have a major effect on total travel time. This is especially true during morning and evening peak periods, holidays, bad weather, summer weekends, and event days.

Rules Worth Knowing Before You Travel

No smoking in public places or vehicles

In New York State and New York City, smoking is generally prohibited not only in public spaces but also inside limousines, chauffeur vehicles, and taxis. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping vehicles non-smoking.

Driver phone use is prohibited

Use of phones and electronic devices while driving is strictly prohibited. Calls, messages, and screen operation can all lead to violations, fines, and license points.

Seat belts are mandatory

Seat belt use is required in all seating positions, including both front and rear seats. For safety, please keep your seat belt fastened while in the vehicle.

New York City speed limit

The standard citywide speed limit is generally 25 mph unless otherwise posted. School zones, residential streets, and special areas may have even lower limits.

Bike lanes and bicycle traffic

Stopping, waiting, or loading in bike lanes is prohibited. Extra care is especially important when turning, opening doors, or stopping near bicycle traffic.

Bus lanes and bus stops

Stopping or driving in bus lanes and at bus stops is generally prohibited. Camera enforcement is common, and expensive fines may arrive later by notice.

JFK airport access changes

JFK often undergoes construction and access changes, so pickup points, terminal approach routes, and meeting methods may differ depending on the terminal. Advance coordination is important.

Alcohol in the vehicle

Under New York law, consuming alcohol inside a moving vehicle is prohibited. Unopened containers may be allowed in some situations, but open containers and drinking are not permitted.

Photography at airports and public facilities

Photography of security areas, screening checkpoints, staff, equipment, or operational routes may be restricted. Instructions from facility staff should always be followed promptly.

TLC enforcement trends

In recent years, camera-based, record-based, and report-based enforcement has become more common than on-the-spot warnings. Some violations are not noticed until official notice arrives later.

Practical New York Daily-Life Guide

Con Edison Service Management

This section brings together the public services and everyday procedures that residents, families, students, expatriates and long-term visitors often need.

May everyone who lives, studies, works or raises a family in the New York area enjoy a safe, rewarding and happy life with access to the information and support they need.

Emergency Services, NYC 311 & Language Access

EMERGENCYCall 911 for immediate danger

Call 911 for police, fire or medical emergencies. Ask for a Japanese interpreter when needed and clearly state your location and the nature of the emergency.

NYC SERVICESNYC 311

Use 311 for non-emergency city questions involving housing, sanitation, streets, parks, noise, buildings and public services. From outside New York City, call 212-639-9675.

NYC 311

LANGUAGE ACCESSFree interpretation at city agencies

New York City agencies provide language assistance. Say, “I need a Japanese interpreter,” when you need help communicating with a city office.

ALERTSNotify NYC

Receive official alerts about severe weather, flooding, road closures, transit problems and emergencies.

Libraries, Free English Classes & IDNYC

LIBRARIESLibrary cards and community services

Public libraries offer books, e-books, Wi-Fi, computers, children’s programs, homework help, career resources and community events.

NYPL Library Card

ENGLISH LEARNINGFree English classes

Libraries offer free in-person and online English classes at different levels. Schedules and registration requirements vary.

NYPL English Classes

CITY IDIDNYC

IDNYC is a free municipal identification card for eligible New York City residents age 10 and older. Proof of identity and city residency is required.

IDNYC

COMMUNITY PROGRAMSPrograms for children, adults and seniors

Libraries, parks and community centers provide educational, cultural, technology, employment and recreation programs, many of them free or low-cost.

Housing, Repairs, Utilities & Internet

RENTAL HOUSINGKeep leases and written records

Save your lease, renewal notices, rent records, repair requests, emails and dated photographs of apartment conditions.

REPAIRSHeat, hot water, leaks and unsafe conditions

Contact the landlord or management company in writing first. In New York City, unresolved housing conditions may be reported through 311.

ELECTRIC & GASStarting, moving or stopping service

Con Edison serves much of New York City and Westchester. Confirm start and stop dates when moving. Leave the area and call 911 and the utility company if you smell gas.

INTERNET & MOBILECheck total cost and cancellation terms

Compare installation fees, equipment rental, promotional pricing, future rate increases, cancellation charges and equipment-return deadlines.

Pharmacies, Urgent Care & Emergency Rooms

PHARMACYPrescription pickup

Give your clinician the pharmacy name and address. Bring identification, insurance information and your date of birth. Ask the pharmacist about dosage, interactions and side effects.

URGENT CARESame-day care for non-life-threatening problems

Urgent care may be appropriate for fever, minor injuries and infections. Confirm insurance network status and possible testing charges.

EMERGENCY ROOMSerious or life-threatening symptoms

Call 911 or go to an emergency room for chest pain, breathing difficulty, loss of consciousness, severe bleeding, stroke symptoms or a major allergic reaction.

INSURANCEConfirm coverage before routine care

Ask whether the clinician, laboratory, imaging center and hospital are in-network. Deductibles, copays and coinsurance may apply separately.

Driver Licenses, Vehicle Registration, E-ZPass & Parking

NY DMVLicenses and vehicle registration

Use New York DMV for licenses, address changes, registration, titles, plates and renewals. Check document and appointment requirements before visiting.

New York DMV

VEHICLE COMPLIANCEInsurance, registration and inspection

Track expiration dates carefully. A lapse in required New York insurance can create serious registration and license problems.

TOLLSE-ZPass and plate-based billing

Keep the correct plate, vehicle and payment information on your account to avoid missed toll notices and penalties.

E-ZPass New York

STREET PARKINGRead every sign

Check days, hours, meter rules, No Parking, No Standing, commercial restrictions and Alternate Side Parking. Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is prohibited in New York City.

NYC Parking Regulations

Mail, Address Changes, Taxes & Professional Advice

USPSMail forwarding and change of address

File a USPS change of address and separately update banks, insurance companies, DMV, employers, schools and medical providers.

USPS Change of Address

TAXESFederal, state and local filing

Tax obligations depend on residency, income, investments, property, family status and foreign financial accounts. Consult a qualified professional for individual advice.

IRS

SOCIAL SECURITYNumbers, retirement and benefits

Use the Social Security Administration for Social Security numbers, retirement, disability, survivor and Medicare-related matters. Be alert to impersonation scams.

Social Security Administration

PROFESSIONAL HELPVerify credentials and scope

When hiring an attorney, accountant, tax adviser, real-estate professional or insurance agent, confirm licensing, specialty, fees, conflicts and the exact scope of the engagement.

Pets, Seniors & Accessible Transportation

PETSVeterinary care, vaccinations and licenses

Review building rules, veterinary care, vaccinations, medications, microchips and travel certificates. New York City requires dog licensing.

NYC Dog License

DOG RUNSPark and leash rules

Dog-run locations, off-leash hours and restricted areas vary by park. Owners are responsible for control and cleanup.

NYC Dog Runs

ACCESSIBLE TRANSITMTA Access-A-Ride

Access-A-Ride is paratransit for eligible people whose disabilities prevent them from using regular buses or subways. Application and eligibility review are required.

Access-A-Ride

OLDER ADULTSMeals, caregiving, benefits and activities

NYC Aging connects older adults and caregivers with meal programs, centers, benefits, housing information and support services.

NYC Aging

Important: Rules, fees, eligibility, hours and available languages can change. Use this page as a starting point and confirm current requirements with the official agency or a qualified professional.

Japanese-Speaking Hair Salons in the New York Region

These salons are included because Japanese-language service is publicly indicated or clearly associated with the salon. Staff schedules can change, so request a Japanese-speaking stylist when booking.

MANHATTANHAYATO NEW YORK

46 East 21st Street, 1st Floor, New York, NY 10010
646-998-3002

Japanese- and English-speaking stylists; cuts, color, perms, straightening and head-spa services.

LONG ISLAND / PORT WASHINGTONL.I. Wave Hair Salon

18 Haven Avenue #201, Port Washington, NY 11050
516-883-3046

A Japanese-English bilingual salon serving the Port Washington area.

NEW JERSEY / FORT LEEAkane Hair Salon

2024 Center Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
201-461-3644 / 201-461-3645

Japanese- and English-language service is stated by the salon.

WESTCHESTER / SCARSDALEMomotaro Salon Scarsdale

2 Spencer Place, 2nd Floor, Scarsdale, NY 10583
914-472-5897

Japanese-language service and service information are available.

CONNECTICUT / GREENWICHSHair Greenwich CT

280 Railroad Avenue, Suite 11, Greenwich, CT 06830
203-769-1620

A Japanese hair salon serving Greenwich with Japanese stylists.

When making an appointment, confirm the stylist’s language, work location, schedule, service type and price. Barber shaving, children’s cuts and specialty treatments should be confirmed in advance.

Japanese Food, Grocery, and Dining Stops

During a New York stay, visitors may need Japanese food, prepared meals, groceries, snacks, or familiar items before checking into a hotel, during a long business trip, after an airport arrival, or while staying in an apartment. Depending on your schedule, a stop at a Japanese grocery store, restaurant, or prepared-food location can often be added to a private charter route.

Sunrise Mart

Japanese grocery stores with locations including Midtown, East Village, SoHo, and Brooklyn / Japan Village. Useful for Japanese groceries, snacks, drinks, prepared foods, seasonings, and quick shopping during a New York stay.

Official site

Dainobu

Japanese grocery and prepared-food stores in Manhattan, including Midtown East, West 56th Street, and Greenwich Village. Convenient for hotel stays, business trips, apartment stays, and quick food stops.

Official site

Mitsuwa Marketplace New Jersey

Address: 595 River Road, Edgewater, NJ 07020
A large Japanese supermarket in New Jersey with groceries, prepared foods, snacks, household items, and a food court. It can be combined with travel to or from New Jersey depending on the schedule.

Official site

Dining and grocery stop consultation

If you would like to stop for Japanese groceries, bento, snacks, dinner, or other food before your hotel arrival, before heading to the airport, or during a charter, please let us know in advance. We can consider timing, traffic, luggage, and the most practical route.

Store hours, locations, menus, item availability, delivery areas, and reservation conditions may change. Please check each official source before visiting.

Museums, Cultural Institutions, and Gallery Areas

New York offers world-class museums, cultural institutions, architecture, and contemporary art gallery areas. Museum visits, architecture stops, photo locations, High Line walks, and Chelsea gallery visits can be combined with private transportation depending on your schedule.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Address: 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
TEL: 212-535-7710
Area: Upper East Side / Museum Mile

One of the world’s leading museums, with collections ranging from ancient art and European paintings to Asian art, fashion, decorative arts, and special exhibitions. Easy to combine with Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and the Guggenheim area.

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The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

Address: 11 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
TEL: 212-708-9400
Area: Midtown / Fifth Avenue / Rockefeller Center area

A major museum for modern and contemporary art, design, photography, architecture, and film. Convenient for Midtown hotels, Fifth Avenue shopping, Rockefeller Center, and pre-theater schedules.

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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

Address: 1071 5th Ave, New York, NY 10128
TEL: 212-423-3500
Area: Upper East Side / Museum Mile

Known for its Frank Lloyd Wright architecture as well as its exhibitions and collections. It pairs naturally with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, and Madison Avenue.

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American Museum of Natural History

Address: 200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
TEL: 212-769-5100
Area: Upper West Side / Central Park West

A major museum covering dinosaurs, space, nature, animals, and earth science. Especially suitable for family travel, school-related visits, and Central Park-area itineraries.

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Whitney Museum of American Art

Address: 99 Gansevoort St, New York, NY 10014
TEL: 212-570-3600
Area: Meatpacking District / south end of the High Line

Focused on American art, especially modern and contemporary work. It is easy to combine with the High Line, Chelsea Market, Meatpacking District, West Village, and Chelsea galleries.

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The Frick Collection

Address: 1 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021
Area: Upper East Side / Fifth Avenue and 70th Street

A refined museum known for European paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and a quieter atmosphere. It can be paired with the Met, Fifth Avenue, Madison Avenue, and Central Park.

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The Morgan Library & Museum

Address: 225 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016
TEL: 212-685-0008
Area: Madison Avenue / Murray Hill / Grand Central area

A historic library and museum with manuscripts, rare books, art, architecture, and exhibitions. Convenient for Grand Central, Bryant Park, Midtown hotels, and business schedules.

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New Museum

Address: 235 Bowery, New York, NY 10002
TEL: 212-219-1222
Area: Lower East Side / Bowery

A contemporary art museum that can be combined with SoHo, Nolita, Little Italy, Chinatown, Lower East Side, or East Village dining and shopping.

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Museum hours, closed days, timed-entry requirements, exhibitions, bag policies, and security procedures may change. Please check each official website before visiting.

High Line and Chelsea Gallery District

Around the High Line and Chelsea, especially near West 19th, 20th, 21st, 24th, and 25th Streets, many contemporary art galleries are located within a relatively compact area. Gallery visits can be a good way to experience New York’s current art scene in a shorter time than a full museum visit.

High Line area

The High Line is an elevated park connecting the Meatpacking District, Chelsea, and Hudson Yards. It pairs naturally with the Whitney Museum, Chelsea Market, Chelsea galleries, Hudson Yards, and photo stops along Manhattan’s west side.

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Chelsea Gallery District

Chelsea is one of Manhattan’s best-known art districts. Many galleries show contemporary art, photography, sculpture, and installation work. Exhibitions change frequently, so it is best to confirm each gallery’s current schedule before visiting.

David Zwirner

Area: Chelsea / West 19th and 20th Street area
A globally known contemporary art gallery. Depending on the exhibition, it can feel almost like a museum-level installation and is a strong option for a Chelsea gallery visit.

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Gagosian Chelsea

Area: Chelsea / West 21st and West 24th Street area
Known for large-scale contemporary art exhibitions. It can be combined with other Chelsea gallery visits, High Line stops, and Hudson Yards transportation.

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Pace Gallery

Address: 540 West 25th Street and other locations
Area: Chelsea / West 25th Street
One of the major contemporary art galleries in Chelsea, conveniently located for High Line, Hudson Yards, and Chelsea Market-area itineraries.

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Gallery stop consultation

Galleries may close during installation periods, require appointments, or change hours for events. We can consider a short gallery stop as part of a private charter that also includes the High Line, Chelsea Market, Hudson Yards, SoHo, or a museum visit.

Gallery schedules, exhibitions, opening hours, appointment requirements, and closed periods may change. Please check each gallery’s official information before visiting.

Take-Home Gifts and Souvenir Shopping

Before returning home, many visitors want to purchase New York gifts, museum items, snacks, design goods, or small souvenirs that are easy to carry. If you would like to stop before airport departure, during a half-day charter, or after sightseeing, please allow enough time for shopping, loading luggage, and airport travel.

Grand Central Gift Shop

Area: Grand Central Terminal
A convenient place for Grand Central-themed gifts, magnets, small items, hats, bags, and New York-related souvenirs. Easy to combine with Grand Central, Bryant Park, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, and Midtown transportation.

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MoMA Design Store

Area: Midtown / 53rd Street area
A good option for design goods, stationery, kitchen items, home accessories, children’s gifts, and tasteful small items. It pairs well with MoMA, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, and Midtown hotel schedules.

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The Met Store

Area: Metropolitan Museum of Art / online
A good source for museum-related books, postcards, accessories, stationery, art goods, and gifts. Easy to combine with the Met, Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and Upper East Side stops.

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Chelsea Market

Area: Chelsea / Meatpacking District
Useful for food items, small gifts, snacks, local-feeling souvenirs, and casual dining. It can be combined with the High Line, Whitney Museum, Chelsea galleries, and the Meatpacking District.

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Easy-to-carry gift ideas

Chocolates, cookies, coffee, tea, stationery, tote bags, postcards, museum goods, and small New York-themed items are often easier to carry home. Please be careful with liquids, fragile items, food import rules, and airline luggage limits.

Before-airport shopping stops

If you would like to stop for gifts before going to JFK, LGA, or EWR, please let us know in advance. Shopping time, luggage loading, traffic, check-in time, and terminal arrival time should all be considered together.

Departure-day planning:
On the day of departure, it is important to work backward from hotel checkout, gift shopping, luggage loading, airport travel time, airline check-in, security, and terminal arrival. For JFK and EWR in particular, travel times may change due to traffic, construction, accidents, and weather. If you would like to make a stop before the airport, please plan with extra time.

Store hours, item availability, payment methods, shipping options, food rules, liquids, fragile items, and tax or duty-related conditions may change. Please check official information and airline or customs rules before travel.

Recommended Areas and Reference Spots

New York offers observation decks, walking neighborhoods, shopping areas, photo locations, cultural districts, and evening entertainment. These destinations can be combined with airport transfers, half-day or full-day charters, shopping plans, dinners, theater transportation, or family sightseeing depending on your schedule.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

A popular observation destination near Grand Central Terminal, known for its views and immersive mirrored spaces. It is easy to combine with Midtown hotels, Fifth Avenue, Bryant Park, and Grand Central-area travel.

Hudson Yards

A major west-side redevelopment area with shopping, restaurants, architecture, observation experiences, and public spaces. It pairs well with the High Line, Chelsea, the Meatpacking District, and Hudson River-side transportation.

High Line and Chelsea Market Area

A popular area for walking, casual dining, gifts, galleries, photography, and west-side sightseeing. It can be combined with the Whitney Museum, Chelsea galleries, Meatpacking District, and Hudson Yards.

Nolita and SoHo

Popular neighborhoods for cafés, boutiques, galleries, and street walking. SoHo, Nolita, Little Italy, Chinatown, and the Lower East Side are often best planned with clear drop-off and pickup points.

DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park

A popular photo area with views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and East River. Good for family travel, photography, cafés, and Brooklyn-area sightseeing.

Central Park Area

A classic New York destination that can be combined with the Met, American Museum of Natural History, Fifth Avenue, Upper East Side, and Upper West Side itineraries. Short photo stops or half-day plans are both possible.

Times Square and Theater District

Popular for Broadway shows, hotels, nightlife, and evening photos. Theater-area traffic can be very crowded, so pickup and drop-off planning is important before and after a show.

Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center Area

Useful for shopping, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, MoMA, and Midtown hotel transportation. Holiday-season traffic and pedestrian congestion require extra planning.

Harlem Jazz Clubs and Gospel Experiences

Recommended for guests interested in New York music and culture. Schedules, reservations, and pickup locations should be confirmed in advance, especially for evening plans.

Woodbury Common

One of the best-known outlet shopping destinations near New York. Travel time, shopping time, luggage volume, and return traffic should be considered carefully for a comfortable private charter.

Photo stops and sightseeing route consultation

DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Central Park, Times Square, Hudson Yards, High Line, SoHo, and Fifth Avenue can be combined depending on time, traffic, and the desired atmosphere. A practical route helps avoid unnecessary backtracking.

Half-day and full-day private charters

When combining sightseeing, shopping, meals, museums, photo stops, night views, or suburban destinations, an hourly charter may be more practical than point-to-point transportation. Please share your desired stops and we can review a realistic order.

Attractions, museums, restaurants, theaters, galleries, and shopping facilities may change hours, entry methods, reservation policies, and crowd conditions. Please check official information before visiting.

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Regional Living Around New York

Schools & childcare Japanese-language services Long Island highlights

The New York-area Japanese and international community extends well beyond Manhattan. These four regional gateways help readers find related school, daily-life, Japanese-language service, shopping and recreation information already included on this page.

May every individual and family find a community that supports their work, education, health, family life and leisure—and enjoy a secure and fulfilling life in the greater New York region.

LONG ISLANDLong Island

Includes Port Washington, Great Neck, Nassau County and Suffolk County. Families may value Japanese education, suburban communities, beaches, parks, golf, wineries and Gold Coast destinations.

WESTCHESTERWestchester County

Includes Scarsdale, White Plains, Purchase and Rye. This region is relevant to families considering the Japanese School of New York, Keio Academy of New York and suburban living north of New York City.

Schools & Keio Academy Japanese-language services Daily-life guide

NEW JERSEYNew Jersey

Fort Lee, Edgewater and Englewood are closely connected to Manhattan and have Japanese schools, grocery options, restaurants and Japanese-language services.

School information Food & grocery Japanese-language services

CONNECTICUTConnecticut

Greenwich and Stamford are convenient to Westchester and New York City by road and rail. Readers may consider commuting, family life, schools, taxes and access to Japanese-language services.

Greenwich Japanese-language service Daily-life guide Traffic information

Choosing a community: Compare commute time, schools, housing costs, taxes, transportation, healthcare, shopping and family activities. Confirm legal, tax, insurance, school and housing matters with official agencies or qualified professionals.

Long Island Local Information

Long Island extends east of New York City and includes residential communities, historic Gold Coast estates, golf courses, schools, wineries, beaches and summer destinations. It offers a very different atmosphere from Manhattan and Queens.

TAKI LIMO can assist with airport transfers, school visits, golf transportation, winery visits, family and guest transportation, and private charters to homes, hotels and destinations across Long Island.

OHEKA CASTLE and Historic Gold Coast Estates

OHEKA CASTLE in the Huntington and West Hills area is one of the best-known Gold Coast estates. Its château-inspired architecture and expansive grounds make it a representative Long Island destination for sightseeing, dining, special occasions and private charter itineraries.

Old Westbury Gardens

A historic estate and formal garden associated with Long Island's Gold Coast era. It is suitable for family visits, photography, relaxed sightseeing and half-day private charters.

Vanderbilt Museum

Located in Centerport, this historic estate includes a museum and planetarium with waterfront views and a strong connection to Long Island's estate culture.

Sands Point Preserve

A historic estate, garden and natural area that preserves the atmosphere of the Gold Coast. It is known for waterfront scenery, architecture and quiet grounds.

Bedell Cellars
Macari Vineyards

Gold Coast Residential Areas

The North Shore is known for historic estates, elegant residential communities, waterfront scenery and a quieter suburban atmosphere unlike New York City.

North Fork Wineries

The North Fork is home to many popular wineries. Weekend and seasonal traffic can be heavy, so winery visits, meals and return travel should be planned with sufficient time.

Bedell Cellars / Macari Vineyards

Bedell Cellars is a well-known North Fork winery with a relaxed tasting atmosphere. Macari Vineyards offers an open vineyard and farm setting near Mattituck.

Kontokosta Winery / Sparkling Pointe

Kontokosta Winery is known for its waterfront setting overlooking Long Island Sound. Sparkling Pointe is a popular stop for sparkling wine on the North Fork.

Kontokosta Winery
Sparkling Pointe

Summer Resorts and Waterfront Towns

Long Island includes beaches, marinas, waterfront towns and seasonal destinations. Summer weekends and holidays often require additional travel time.

Golf and Suburban Transportation

Private transportation can be arranged for golf courses, country clubs, business functions and suburban destinations, with space planned for passengers and equipment.

School Visits and Family Transportation

Long Island is home to many schools and residential communities. Advance planning is helpful for campus visits, family transportation and multiple stops.

Travel from Airports and Manhattan

Travel times from JFK, LGA and Manhattan vary substantially by time of day, weather, construction and seasonal traffic. Early planning is recommended.

Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)

ISP serves central Long Island and may be useful for selected domestic routes. Ground transportation should be arranged according to flight time and final destination.

Francis S. Gabreski Airport (FOK)

FOK in Westhampton Beach supports general aviation and seasonal activity. Private aviation pickup arrangements should be confirmed in advance.