I am Japanese. Fifty years ago, when I was eight years old, I took a six-hour train ride to Tokyo by myself. A relative came to pick me up at the station in Tokyo, but I don't remember being too worried myself. I guess I was safe now and then.
Thanks for sharing ヤマネユキオさん! I think the trains in Japan still safe for children now as well, especially with how friendly the train staff are. I think in America it would be a little dangerous however...
When I was four I rode the train from NewYork to Savannah Ga. without my mom. I barely knew the lady I was traveling with. My anxiety was relieved when I saw my Aunt Ann. She looked like my mommy.
Really? I guess times really have changed. I was raised in the suburbs outside Chicago, and would often go as well. It’s a little different from the city though