If you’re thinking about getting LASIK but feel nervous or even scared, you’re not alone.
When I decided to get LASIK in Japan, I felt the exact same way.

I Was Nervous Too

Honestly, I was very scared before my surgery. No matter how many success stories I read or how advanced the technology is in Japan, it’s still my eyes. The idea of lasers touching them made me anxious.

Even though I trusted the clinic I chose (Shinagawa LASIK in Osaka), I couldn’t stop worrying:

• What if something goes wrong?
• What if I go blind?
• Will it hurt?

These thoughts are completely normal. Everyone experiences fear regarding something as delicate and life-changing as eye surgery.

What Helped Calm Me Down

Here’s what helped me feel more at ease before the surgery:

• ✅ Talking to people who had done it before — Hearing their calm experiences made me feel like it was doable.
• ✅ Knowing the technology is highly advanced — Especially in Japan, where LASIK equipment and protocols are top-tier.
• ✅ Understanding the process step-by-step — I watched videos, read reviews, and asked my doctor everything I was worried about.

By the time I arrived at the clinic, I was still nervous, but I felt prepared.

During the Surgery: What It Really Felt Like

The surgery itself was way quicker than I expected. I was in and out of the operating room in just a few minutes.

Was it scary? Yes.
Was it painful? Not really — just some pressure and light discomfort. The scariest part was mostly in my head.

The doctors guided me the entire time and made me feel safe. They told me exactly what they were doing every second.

Final Thoughts: It’s Okay to Be Scared

Fear is part of being human. But if LASIK could truly change your quality of life, like it did for me, don’t let fear stop you.

After the surgery, I could see clearly without glasses for the first time in years. That made all the fear 100% worth it.

If you’re scared, talk to your clinic, ask questions, and read real stories like this.
You’ve got this.