JAPAN NEWS AND DISCUSSION
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To be healthy, live in the big city
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Japan's nuclear safety standards flawed, says commission chief
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Teacher nabbed for using miror to peek up girl's skirt
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From carnivores to herbivores: how men are defined in Japan
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Why do Japanese change their attitude when they communicate with foreigners?
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Pukey2
It's a shame Bachmann's quitting. I was really hoping she'd get more exposure - she makes Sarah Pailin look like Snow White. Would have loved to see her husband get outed (Richard Simmons, anyone?). With all these bigoted Republican contenders, it's like a freak show. When the economy needs fixing and a host of other urgent issues need to be addressed, these clowns just talk about gays, abortion, the break up of families (caused by straight philanderers like Gingrich and straight teenagers who have babies willy nilly), etc.
Posted in: Romney snags key McCain backing; Bachmann quits race
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Pukey2
I voted Other (Freshness Burger). They're the only who can be bothered to make vegetarian burgers (at least I hope they are). They do an avocado and tofu one and a bean burger. They used to do a portobello mushroom burger. And they're all delicious.
Posted in: What's your favorite hamburger chain?
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Pukey2
I'd call it superstition. Then again, I try not to walk under ladders. Similar, except it never gets crowded round ladders.
Posted in: Packed in
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Pukey2
Nicky:
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_1/en/port-city.html#anchor-city
I don't know - that's what is says on the official homepage. I assume (yet again) that 'notify' means going there in person. Since moving here from my last place, I haven't been back to any IO. Just checked the map, and there are plenty of IO's near me - all of them requiring well over a 1-hour journey. I'd rather just have one that was really close by.
My ARC expires in 2014. I think I'll leave it until then.
Posted in: Changes coming to foreign registration, visa system
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Pukey2
Juts found this from that website:
I was wrong. You have to go to the IO AND municipal office. I'm assuming this includes PRs.
Posted in: Changes coming to foreign registration, visa system
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Pukey2
Nicky:
Sorry, but PR is definitely not permanent (just like in some other countries I know). As far as I know, if you leave and come back without a re-entry permit, you lose it (can someone confirm this)? Now, what happens if, for some reason, I have to leave for more than one year (eg to look after sick relatives, etc)? This is why I'd prefer the gaijin tax because that gives you 3 years.
So PR's also have to inform immigration of any address changes within 90 days too? Popping down to the immigration office is not like popping down to your local ward office. Most of us don't live anywhere near an IO, and will have to take at least half a day off.
If they have PR, they can't be booted out merely because of a divorce, but the second one - hell yeah! This is Japan, after all. Unless your ex-spouse decides to renew his or her PR in your country and gets caught.
Posted in: Changes coming to foreign registration, visa system
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Pukey2
medwaygarage:
Taken from your Guardian link:
Thank you, America!
Posted in: Christian Bale denies Nanjing Massacre film is propaganda
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Pukey2
newsman:
I love it!
Posted in: Is Japan's 2020 Olympic bid going up in smoke?
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Pukey2
Are you joking? Have you seen the butts on the streets out there? A smoker lives right next to me, and he always leaves a trail of ash inside the building, with the occasional butts. Oh well, there goes the Japan clean myth.
I know. That's why I refuse to buy any PET bottle drinks made by them.
This is not about catering to NJ's needs. Lung cancer affects Japanese lungs too (no, Japanese lungs are not longer than foreign lungs).
To this day, I don't think JT admits (in public) there's a link between tobacco and lung cancer.
Posted in: Is Japan's 2020 Olympic bid going up in smoke?
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Pukey2
Lovenot:
Yes, the performances from everyone were far from perfect, but as I recall, Chan and Takahashi both fell only once in their free. I must admit, his crashing into the barrier in his short was funny though. He thought so too.
Posted in: Chan, Kostner golden but pairs shine brighter
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mapodofu:
I see. So we'd better not talk about Japanese atrocities then? By the way, how many people were murdered by the Imperial Army? A lot more than those killed by the atomic bombs? Shall I follow your line of thinking then?
ry2sense:
OK, let's stop all movies and serials with historical settings. Tell NHK to stop producing shows like Genji Monogatari and Mito Komon. And stop all these Japanese and American movies set during the last world war.
Posted in: Christian Bale denies Nanjing Massacre film is propaganda
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Pukey2
This is just one of the reasons I don't like soccer that much.
Posted in: Pitch invasion, fights in stands mar Club World Cup clash
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Pukey2
I noticed the massacre-deniers are out in force clicking the good button whenever a poster is deflecting the attention back to China. Yes, China's recent history is nothing to laugh about, but what the Imperial Army did should not be swept under the carpet.
netninja:
I'd like to, but I have a feeling that I'm going to have to either download it, wait for the DVD or watch it abroad (or risk entering the cinema under a hail of bullets). Remember what happened when they tried to show The Cove in Japan? The scumbags even attacked the elderly mother of the cinema owner in her own home.
proxy:
Me too. But I also await Japan's movies about how the Ainus were nearly wiped out. I guess Japan and China ain't too different from one another. Certain subjects are still taboo here.
Posted in: Christian Bale denies Nanjing Massacre film is propaganda
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Pukey2
So Erika hates Snickers and Angelica hates Knickers. Next, please.
Posted in: Angelica Michibata to bare all in magazine
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netninja:
It's not just about value for money. From the animals' point of view, the zoos I've been to can be horrendous. If they're cute, like the koala bears, then they can be well-looked after (I guess). But if they're not, like the monkeys, then they'll be pacing up or down, staring into space or not reacting to anything. I've seen this also with lions, birds and even elephants. Concrete floor, one suspending tire and a couple of wooden planks won't cheer up anything. Never been to Ueno Zoo (and never will) but the worst I've been to is the big zoo in Nagoya (can't remember the name). I felt guilty even looking at the monkeys. It's an absolute disgrace. I don't like dolphin shows, either. One of the worse things is that children grow up not realizing how bad the conditions are and are just attracted by the kawaii factor. Adults should know better. Going around blowing at motionless birds in small cages just to get a reaction is pathetic.
Posted in: What do you think of zoos and aquariums in Japan?
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Pukey2
nathwa aka athlete :
OK, OK, some racist already wrote the word CHINK the other day. I really didn't bother reading your post after that word because you lose all credibility.
ironchef:
Yeah, that's why it's so easy for humans to tear apart raw flesh with their teeth.
Without fat and protein? What do think beans, avocados and nuts are made of? Diamonds?
Junk food usually has meat or is deep-fried, or contains too much sugar, etc. That's got nothing to do with being vegan or not. You're confusing the two (on purpose to justify your own arguments). I'd love to see how you survive on meat only without the veggies and fruit. You're going to be spending ages on the toilet forcing it out. But to each his own.
And taken from your own link:
I've been vegan for well over 10 years. I'm still alive and kicking. And no, I'm not that skinny. Just slim. I have a medical every year. Low bad cholesterol and high good cholesterol.
Posted in: Veganism has some stylish new spokespeople: Celebs
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Pukey2
Bohemian Rhapsody scared the hell out of me when I was a very young kid hearing it for the very first time. But their songs bring back so many memories - a time when music was real music.
netninja:
What exactly do you not agree with? The fact that he did it with men or how he did it or what?
Posted in: Exhibition on British rock group Queen opens in Tokyo
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Pukey2
Political parties here are a dime a dozen. When we say 'party', we don't mean THAT party which you organize every weekend. By the way, has Shizuka-chan slimmed?
Posted in: Kamei looking to form new political party to counter DPJ
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Pukey2
Couldn't stop laughing after the women's free. Put your hands down on the ice twice and you too can win a gold! Please, Kim and Ando, come back.
Posted in: Asada, Abbott make good start at Cup of Russia
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Pukey2
Without the likes of Kim and Ando, the competition does not look that great. The 14-year old Russian who's already qualified might be the one to watch in Quebec. There's no doubt Asada is a top skater (when she's not off), but her choice of music and costumes isn't always the best. In fact the music can sometimes be dark and depressing.
Posted in: Asada out to seal Grand Prix final berth