Ultradude said...

Ultradude at 11:06 AM JST - 24th April

The reality is that perhaps this is one area where the Japanese can really push back on the US and are willing to do so as the perception of being strong on food safety easily wins political points with the citizens. (Except all the cretins who think gyudon is worth…

Posted in Japan intensifies U.S. beef inspections after spinal columns found at 11:06 AM JST - 24th April
Ultradude at 09:25 AM JST - 24th April

In country that willingly consumes fugu, why can't trained experts be relied upon to remove the nasty bits?

Posted in Japan intensifies U.S. beef inspections after spinal columns found at 09:25 AM JST - 24th April
Ultradude at 09:23 AM JST - 24th April

Truly horrific, they almost make Paris Hilton seem worthy of interest.

Posted in Kano sisters unveil 'body print' art in exhibition at 09:23 AM JST - 24th April
Ultradude at 09:17 AM JST - 24th April

Yes, so many people in the US have died from BSE, so SCARY.

Posted in Japan intensifies U.S. beef inspections after spinal columns found at 09:17 AM JST - 24th April
Ultradude at 05:39 PM JST - 23rd April

LFRAgain - well done, you own this thread. Basically, walking while gaijin is probable cause.... Taiko666 - what is your reply?

Posted in Roughed up by the cops in Shinjuku at 05:39 PM JST - 23rd April
Ultradude at 05:29 PM JST - 23rd April

Ahh, I see what you're getting at and while it is logical, when you're dealing with "ink-stained wretches" to quote Peter the Great, you will have to go along with the program. Bureaucrats are concerned with following rules and covering thier behinds, they leave thier logic at home. Are you…

Posted in Roughed up by the cops in Shinjuku at 05:29 PM JST - 23rd April
Ultradude at 05:04 PM JST - 23rd April

flyingfish - I'm white and I'm racially-profiled by just about every Japanese person I come in contact with. On a minor level, everyone tries to speak to me in retarded Engrish and on a major level I'm legally refused housing. If I couldn't handle it I'd go home. Particular to…

Posted in Roughed up by the cops in Shinjuku at 05:04 PM JST - 23rd April
Ultradude at 04:50 PM JST - 23rd April

Well, go ahead and carry your passport around as you barhop, etc. When I do this, I'm a tourist and generally not far from where I'm staying. Should they want the real document, they can accompany me to my hotel. The risk of getting in trouble with authorities is outweighed…

Posted in Roughed up by the cops in Shinjuku at 04:50 PM JST - 23rd April
Ultradude at 04:39 PM JST - 23rd April

theperilouspea - are you OK? There are many examples of privately funded cable systems in the past - FLAG, to name one that I am personally familiar with. NTT Com is Japanese and they are partnering with a Russian firm, how will this afford you insight into American corporate philosophy?

Posted in NTT Com to start operating Japan-Russia undersea optical cable in June at 04:39 PM JST - 23rd April
Ultradude at 04:11 PM JST - 23rd April

When I'm vacationing abroad and going out and about, I'll take a color photocopy with me and leave my passport in the hotel safe/friend's house. The fake undercover cop who is actually a brazen identity thief may get some private info when you show him the paper but not your…

Posted in Roughed up by the cops in Shinjuku at 04:11 PM JST - 23rd April