JAPAN NEWS AND DISCUSSION
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Why do Japanese change their attitude when they communicate with foreigners?
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Confrontation
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U.S. Navy investigating how parts fell off aircraft near Atsugi
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California court to decide if SeaWorld whales are illegal 'slaves'
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Kuroki reported pregnant 2 weeks after denying relationship with Akanishi
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KissMint
You say gullible, I say I've read stupider comments than yours that weren't joking/sarcasm. So apologies for not assuming you are an intelligent being.
Posted in: What's your stance on the use of cell phones aboard commercial flights?
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KissMint
Ummm... what's the difference between a cell phone and a mobile phone? I thought they were the same? And a blackberry is a cell phone, too, isn't it? Just a different name and a "regular" keyboard instead of the traditional number pad...
As for cell phone use on planes, I'm really against it. When people chat to other people on planes (in person), they usually do so quietly, from what I've observed. But give a cell phone to most people and they become convinced the rest of the world wants to hear their conversation, too.
In Japan, most people are very considerate re: cell phone use, as that's the culture here. But in North America, most everyone seems to think they're so important that we all must hear about the minutiae of their lives. I think air rage will dramatically increase if cell phone use is allowed on aircraft... unless designated enclosed spaces are created.
Posted in: What's your stance on the use of cell phones aboard commercial flights?
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KissMint
Hey TokyoGas, I thought the same. It's a full 2 weeks before Halloween. ??
Posted in: Halloween donuts and coffee
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KissMint
I think the lifetime ban is too harsh.
He smoked some marijuana, he wasn't selling it as a sideline business. He wasn't getting little kids addicted to crack. Some perspective is in order, I think.
Posted in: Ex-sumo wrestler Wakanoho says he bought cannabis at Roppongi disco
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KissMint
Zen: I think I'm just barely keeping up. Thanks for typing slowly. And I am in Japan.
I think most would agree that this movie has a limited demographic in Japan (and perhaps other countries). Thus the limited cinema release here. But the demographic that it does appeal to, in Japan, has taken quite a liking to it. Which the article touched on. I didn't know that every article that appears on Japan Today has to be on a subject that a large percentage of the population finds interesting. Or maybe because SATC largely appeals to women, then an article about it is "fluff", according to you?
Anyway, who cares if HBO shows are minor here? If there's an article on JT about a TV show I like or want to know more about, I'll read it. Same as others, I suppose. If you're not interested in it, why read it?
And I don't have cable but I still watch my favourite shows (CSI, House, Amazing Race, Dexter, etc.). You don't need cable to see any of those shows, or the ones you mentioned.
Posted in: Sex and this city
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KissMint
Re: The New Zen
You're joking, right?? I'm surprised no one has called you on this yet.
Most don't even know about it? Which country are you referring to?
And the cable company you're referring to is HBO, perhaps the most successful cable channel around, which has produced a wide variety of ORIGINAL programming that has become hugely popular and won multiple TV industry awards. Examples of some original HBO shows are:
The Sopranos Six Feet Under Curb Your Enthusiasm Deadwood Oz Rome
and, yes, Sex and the City (SATC)
Just because you don't know about SATC or any other HBO show doesn't mean other people don't.
And just FYI: The SATC movie is the top opening romantic comedy of all time, and has grossed over $300 million worldwide so far...
Posted in: Sex and this city
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KissMint
greensatindress: yes, it would've been nice to have a more thorough article. However, you can find the reasons here:
http://www.aceshowbiz.com/news/view/00014793.html
Posted in: Cusack calls 'Shanghai' unique opportunity
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KissMint
In my opinion, you have to get yourself adjusted to the time zone of the place you're going to before you get there.
After I get on the plane, I sleep if it's nighttime where I'm going, and wake up when it's morning in that country as well. If you can't fall asleep easily, take a couple of sleeping pills before boarding. They'll kick in after take-off, if not before. Wear a sleep mask, and earplugs if necessary. Inform the flight attendant beforehand not to wake you for meals, or put a note on your tray/the back of the seat in front of you.
If it's daytime in the country I'm going to while I'm on the plane, I don't sleep and force myself to stay awake, even if the rest of the plane is sleeping. I usually watch TV shows on my laptop.
Once I land, I only sleep when it's bedtime, not before.
However, I've never tried melatonin, ... or paint thinner...
Posted in: How do you deal with jet lag?
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KissMint
No photo? C'mon, he's a handsome guy. Give us women some eye candy, please....
Ok, I'm providing my own:
http://www.imdb.com/media/rm821205760/nm0000131
Posted in: Cusack calls 'Shanghai' unique opportunity
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KissMint
I'm pretty sure on the news this morning, they said they searched his apartment and found a marijuana pipe...
www.jiji.com/jc/c?g=soc_30&k=2008081800959
Posted in: Russian sumo star arrested in Japan for marijuana
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KissMint
I really like "Invincible" with Mark Wahlberg (football movie).
I also like "Major League" and "Bend it Like Beckham".
Posted in: Which movie gets your vote for the best sports film?
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KissMint
Love it, Hotginger. Well said! (er.. written).
Posted in: Police charge Russian man in spying case
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KissMint
You put money in, music is played... isn't that usually called a juke box? Sorry, being picky.
I think he's rather sweet.
Posted in: Entertainer
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KissMint
After having read over all of these comments, I fully agree with TPOJ. It's clear that some people have some kind of axe to grind re: the Americans for goodness only knows what reason.
TPOJ's post at 1:18pm, with this statement:
is a completely rational explanation (as if one were needed!) for Phelps' reaction.
Those that follow, with the same repetitive whinging, stink of sour grapes or something else, I don't know what.
And no, I'm not American.
Posted in: What do you think of American swimmer Michael Phelps' long victory yell after he wins a race?
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KissMint
Probably because Mr. A is married and/or he paid someone to keep his name out of the media...
Posted in: Kawada's last relationships before suicide draw mother's criticism
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KissMint
If you don't like the fireworks here (or anywhere else), no one's forcing you to go...
Posted in: Jingu-Gaien Fireworks
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KissMint
I totally agree with Ausintokyo, due to the rational nature of his argument.
Why can some people not grasp how riduculous it is to say that the fare, or even the fuel charge, should be based on the total weight of luggage + passenger ??
So a person in a wheelchair would have to pay a fare that included the weight of his/her wheelchair? And before you say that a wheelchair is a medical necessity and extra fat isn't... let me remind you that some people do have weight problems based on medical disorders. And even if that is only a small percentage, how to differentiate between those with a medical condition and those who became fat due to their habits/lifestyle? A doctor's note? Yes, with over-crowded hospitals and clinics, that's a good use of a doctor's and a patient's time... ?
Posted in: How airlines deal with 'customers of size'
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KissMint
This is indeed a very tricky issue.
It doesn't help when we read articles like the one above that include ridiculous lines like
I think skinny people (myself included) have no right to judge people (who want to fly) for being overweight. Are airlines going to give discounts to very short, thin people? To anorexics? My friends with kids, very small kids, have not yet reported to me reduced flight prices for them. Surely a 25kg child (or less) deserves to pay much less, if a fat person is going to be required to pay more ?
Where to draw the line?
I have fat people in my family and I would be outraged if they were disrespected or humiliated by some bigoted airline staff.
Posted in: How airlines deal with 'customers of size'
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KissMint
BRING BACK KOIZUMI!!
Posted in: Cabinet
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KissMint
Hmmm.... according to Forbes, Diaz earned $50 million in 2007. Quite a feat for someone with just 12 brain cells.
Funny how almost every (other) day, there's a picture of a J-bird on here and no one makes a comment about her brain cell deficit. I'd be willing to bet that in brains/common sense, a Western actress would beat a J-talent/"actress" any day. (Could be a good variety/game show idea...)
And no, I'm not talking about Paris Hilton or Lindsay Lohan -- they're celebutards, not actreses.
(And let's not even compare earning power... the Japanese would lose every time).
Posted in: Diaz and Kutcher