Wednesday February 15, 2012

JAPAN NEWS AND DISCUSSION

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gyouzaJan. 26, 2012 - 08:27AM JST

AmericanForeignerJan. 24, 2012 - 06:47AM JST .......I mean let's be real, raw fish is raw fish, it doesn't change that much!

:) - neat!

Wanda-kun hits it on the head. There are so many restaurats inside Yamanote line that it could take forever to document them. Most guides focus on places thatmost people will eat in (central area) and lets be honest, if half of Tokyo came to my district to eat in my favourite local restaurants (only 2 or 3 I like around here) then I'd never be able to relax and enjoy a meal. Lets leave the local ones for the locals?

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gyouzaJan. 26, 2012 - 08:19AM JST

Japan shouldn't get back tro normal - it is much better nw with people more considerate, more tolerant, and more conscious of the effect they have on the environment. If we lose that, the effect of the distaster we experienced would be more than trebled.

The run is a great idea, 2km would be a good warm up after a long flight for many runners and they have some good fun events going on too. that this can happen within a year of such a huge shake is fantastic, and that many people are flying in for it too is just wonderful.

Being aware of danger is a great thing, and not criticising anyone for that, but dwelling on them is not productive. Time to get on with life.

Posted in: Tokyo Marathon pre-race event dreamed up to remind visitors that life's back to normal
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gyouzaJan. 26, 2012 - 07:59AM JST

Ah, one more I remembered after reading smileynirvana's post.

Eating food cold when it really should be hot - o-bento. Even now I just don't feel 100% satisfied with cold rice and cold grilled fish.

Oh one more that is kind of related, drinking beer at 9am on the train - why do some people in Japan connect a train with beer and o-bento. It is just a two hour ride!! :)

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 25, 2012 - 11:05PM JST

As I said, it's fine for some people but not for us.

I met my wife in the states and the kids were born there. Eventually we will go back so there's no reason for them to learn Japanese I think.

Given the general feelings of many posters regarding the disadvantages of the Japanese education system and also given that the myriad of social problems on the news seem to stem from the culture itself, I would have thought that more people would be understanding of the choices we have made.

We may be living in Japan but we don't have to give up who we are or who we want our children to be.

If I read you right, you are living in a completely dysfunctional society. So there must be absolute mayhem all around you! Better get out quick!! ;)

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 25, 2012 - 03:55PM JST

*I have to have an Oshibori or go to the bathroom to wash my hands before eating.

Ah, now that you mention it, I always thought oshibori was needed to wipe your hands AFTER eating (I make such a mess), but in Japan I came to realise it is for washing off the filth we have all accumulated in the journey to the cafe/restaurant. Japan seems a bit too "clean" at times to my non-Japanese eyes, just wonder if everyones immune system is OK. People aren't dying everytime they touch me, so they must be OK! ;)

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 25, 2012 - 03:49PM JST

@gyouza 12 of the comments in the article were made by Americans

This is JapanToday, it can get pretty serious here. Did you click on that MadamaRiRi link. That looks like a very light-hearted blog. So the comments there would naturally be shallow simple things.

That is my point - it is such a light hearted discussion, so not sure such a strong reation. I'm not against your views btw.

Do you really think it can get "pretty serious" here?

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 25, 2012 - 09:24AM JST

I keep reading here that most of u say u have to be "on-guard". Not sure what u mean by this?

Looks like only one person wrote that - unless the others got moderated out.

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 25, 2012 - 09:12AM JST

@net

Why so serious? Why not keep it light hearted and simple? Well that would be following Japanese culture. We Americans prefer to speak on tough real issues.

:) Love it! Not a trace of over-reaction! I was wondering what the particularly tough issue in this article was. 12 of the comments in the article were made by Americans, and they don't seem to align completely with yours but then I realised that the US is an amazing mix of all cultures and differing views are encouraged, and largely, tolerated. Doesn't always equate to "tough" though.

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 25, 2012 - 08:24AM JST

Not that I was particularly violent before, but I feel much less aggressive and much less "on-guard" than when I was in UK.

I do realise that it could be age related, but simple situations like bumping into someone here are normally immediately difused by a quick apology by both sides, and then both move on. In the UK there could normally be abuse from one side, starting an argument, sometimes (very occasionally) leading to violence.

Posted in: How foreigners’ daily lives change when they live in Japan
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gyouzaJan. 22, 2012 - 09:41AM JST

A few of these kids aren't 100% Japanese, something I wouldn't have expected. German employees?

Well it is Frankfurt.

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gyouzaJan. 22, 2012 - 09:06AM JST

Agree with Johannes on this.

Makoto was able to succeed partially by her own efforts, but also by the support of her parents. There are thousands of kids out there who just do not get the same chance. There is also a huge gulf in the natural ability of children (and grown ups) that also determines how well we do in life (that is a relative term, and not meant to indicate wealth).

Also agree with Sioux Chef and others that she really should have listened to the whole piece rather than clearing the table if she is going to vote for Ron Paul, and really understand what exactly the rights and entitlements he is referring to.

Sadly too many people are getting elected (globally) by catch phrases as opposed to real ideology.

Posted in: Entitlements are not rights
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gyouzaJan. 21, 2012 - 01:05PM JST

I'm speechless!

:) - that is funny!

Since most Brits don't speak French well (or at all), even if there had been sound, most would not understand what was being said. Had there actually been sound, and dialogue in French (let's assume there would be subtitles), I wonder if the same cinema goers would still claim a refund.

Incredibly daft, but the major disappointment is the cinema actually yielding and giving refunds.

Posted in: 'It's silent?': Britons demand refunds for 'The Artist'
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gyouzaJan. 20, 2012 - 03:56PM JST

“the risk of a race to the bottom is real.”

No pun intended, right?

Posted in: High court weighs policy against curse words, nudity on TV
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gyouzaJan. 19, 2012 - 10:57PM JST

@Familienprobleme

I don't think anyone has the full picture. There is a chance that they were just having sex (i.e. having fun), and not actually planning a family. Their relationship may not last, and hence the morality you suggest they have is out the window. Children need to be cared for in a loving environment, not one that COULD turn into resentment of being tied to someone that you find out you don't actually love. Kids aren't disposable, you have them for life.

However, fingers crossed that they live happily ever after.

Posted in: Chinatsu Wakatsuki announces she's 5 months pregnant and married
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gyouzaJan. 19, 2012 - 09:56AM JST

The tribes ate low fat meat, so low fat beef and lamb are good for type O people.

So clearly these early tribes shopped at Sainsbury's - stunning choice of low fat meats there.

The early tribes did not eat grains and dairy products.

Oh, and they had dairy's in those days too?

All good fun, but not the least bit convinced.

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gyouzaJan. 19, 2012 - 09:51AM JST

If asked your blood type, answer "red".

Mine is blue! ;)

Posted in: The importance of blood type in Japanese culture
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gyouzaJan. 19, 2012 - 09:41AM JST

analysts said Jong-Nam spends so much time outside his native land that his opinion carries little weight.

What an odd thing to say. The fact that he has seen and been exposed to other cultures probably makes him the leding expert in the field.

Posted in: Book by Japanese journalist claims Kim's eldest fears N Korea may collapse
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gyouzaJan. 17, 2012 - 05:09PM JST

while many people leave or run away from problems

Ah, but her marriage also seems to be a problem, which she is running away from.

She is nothing more than unlucky. She most likely made an irrational decision a year ago, and is now paying the price of fame having her private life exopsed way too much. I feel sorry for her, as many others do the same thing but noone really cares because they aren't famous.

Posted in: Ayumi Hamasaki to divorce husband of 1 year
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gyouzaJan. 17, 2012 - 03:24PM JST

The really disappointing bit is using 3/11 as justification.

ANYONE could have told her "don't you think you are rushing this?", or "have you really thought this through?" in the weeks (or probably hours) before getting married. As others pointed out, thank heaven there are no (other) kids involved.

Posted in: Ayumi Hamasaki to divorce husband of 1 year
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gyouzaJan. 17, 2012 - 03:16PM JST

Why does it look like it was dragged behind a car for a few blocks?

Watch the film - it would make more sense! From the clips I've seen, it seems quite amusing, and am tempted to go and watch now as opposed to waiting for DVD.

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