JAPAN NEWS AND DISCUSSION
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Why do Japanese change their attitude when they communicate with foreigners?
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U.S. Navy investigating how parts fell off aircraft near Atsugi
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Confrontation
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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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gyouza
This is interesting and would force the hand of the opposition who say it is bad for the economy, but but how they would propose to raise the money needed. The money has to come from somewhere, and 5% is incredibly low (go to the UK for a 20% rate!).
Posted in: Noda's consumption tax hike plan unpopular, poll shows
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gyouza
@Zichi - my country too, and I look at the issues there with teenager drunkeness there - has to be time for a change and raise the limit there. It won't stop everyone, but making it harder to allow regular binging has to be a good thing. It is really sad to see these kids destroy themselves.
Posted in: Do you think the legal age for drinking in Japan should be lowered from 20?
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gyouza
@zichi - why 18? Why any age? Also (generally), if people need to pass a test to drive a car, why not need to pass a test to have a child, etc?
Posted in: Do you think the legal age for drinking in Japan should be lowered from 20?
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gyouza
What if they were used whilst stopped at stations? Not saying it was like this, but just for arguments sake.
Posted in: 8 bullet train drivers used cell phones while driving: JR Tokai
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gyouza
245 people on an MD80? That would be interesting!
Posted in: Chinese airline pledges to improve crews' English skills after unauthorized take-off in Japan
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gyouza
@Johannes Appreciate the detailed response, and an interesting point of view. I believe it is less about art and more about experience. You may argue they are similar or the same, but I feel the experience is worth it. Just to counter your argument though, if you pay to see Opera (50-100USD in Japan) do you feel the same? For example, you could save the money and watch amateurs perform the same piece somewhere for less or even for free - but wouldn't be quite the same, would it? It might be an interesting experience though! ;)
Posted in: Tokyo beats Paris again as world food capital
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gyouza
@NeverSubmit
He is not the cabinet secretary anymore and hence doesn't give briefings.
Posted in: Study shows deeper meltdown than thought at Fukushima nuclear reactor
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gyouza
Wait for the autopsy on this one! Sounds like a suicide protest. What a waste of life though.
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gyouza
@burakumindes
A nice thought, I'm kind of with you in spirit, but it would probably end up with AKB48 as a collective Imperial family - probably not in the nations interest. Or maybe Ozawa??
Posted in: Prince Akishino says there needs to be discussion on retirement age for emperor
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gyouza
Posted in: Prince Akishino says there needs to be discussion on retirement age for emperor
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gyouza
@Johannes
It is simply a guide, nothing more. If you have read the guide and tried 5 or 6 restaurants in there and disagree, then post the reasons why. If you know of places you think are fantastic that you think are better than (or at least deserving of same status as) restaurants in the guide then post them here. I love good food and use ANY reliable information I can to expand on the list of places I like going to - be warned though, because like the Michelin guide itself, if the name of a good place gets out, it gets flooded with people!
So either give us the names, or be grateful that Michelin might be keeping them away from the places you treasure! Remeber though, the guide is not about Japoanese cuisine, it is about restauarants in Japan, whatever their style of cooking.
Posted in: Tokyo beats Paris again as world food capital
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gyouza
@ssway
It isn't actually an honour, just an entry in a guidebook. If what you say is true though, every restaurant in Japan will have the same issue regadless of whether it is in the guide or not. Since the guide is in Japanese, I'm guessing that there won't be many tourists referring to it. In a way I'm kind of glad about that, because even more people trying to get into these restaurants would make it even harder to get a booking!
Posted in: Tokyo beats Paris again as world food capital
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gyouza
Good point to note - as part of the criteria to judge the retaurant is atmosphere, you -should- be safe in assuming that the types of place you mention (and there are way too many) won't be in the guide. Smoke destroys the flavour and aromas of food, and hence you could never really appreciate it.
Posted in: Tokyo beats Paris again as world food capital
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gyouza
BUT! This is just a guide to restaurants. It is not about Japanese cuisine, it is about restaurants in Japan (including Italian, French, Chinese, etc). The food here is of very high quality in terms of taste, presentation and service, and this book points you in the direction of some of what they believe is the best. With 160,000 restaurants in Tokyo, that can be useful advice. The only drawback of the guide is that once a restaurant gets in the guide, it is often difficult to get in. Always good to have your local favourite kept quiet!
Posted in: Tokyo beats Paris again as world food capital
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gyouza
Who are they protesting to? In Okachimachi?
Although you could suggest if you don't like it, change channels, but here ALL channels show Korean drama's. These people have clearly been pushed over the edge! Me, before thinking about a protest I would probably 1) rent a video, 2) switch the TV off, 3) go out and enjoy life, 4) do some of the stuff waiting for me to do it (4-5 years worth), or 5) give in and watch it - 'cause if it is so darn popular that people can't get enough of it, there must be something in it!
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However, I suspect this is just another political statement, and some of the banners refer to Takeshima, etc. Just another extremist dig in the ribs.
Posted in: Korean drama backlash
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gyouza
@miyagidad - nice post.
I think it will be shared, but not just Tepco consumers, it will be all taxpayers.
Posted in: TEPCO to sell KDDI stake to raise funds for compensation
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gyouza
Just one note of caution - it isn't exactly clear why Tepco hold so much of KDDi stock - are they in a joint venture? Normally when firms hold such large positions it is part of their pension funds - if they are selling the pension fund to fund compensation then they are breaking the law. Anyone know what their portfolio is? Can't see on their balance sheet, but 3bio USD in stocks and bonds?.
Posted in: TEPCO to sell KDDI stake to raise funds for compensation
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gyouza
@netninja
Exactly which part of National Security is at risk?
Posted in: Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant director sick, says TEPCO
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gyouza
Wouldn't it be surprising to see a scandal appear around now? Now that he has won the mandate fairly, and has idnetified the need for change, those resistant to change will be working overtime to find some dirt that forces a resignation. One to watch, and hope I'm wrong.
Posted in: Central gov't to keep eye on Hashimoto's reforms for Osaka
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gyouza
If it isn't stress related I'd be very surprised.
Posted in: Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant director sick, says TEPCO