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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Why do Japanese change their attitude when they communicate with foreigners?
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From carnivores to herbivores: how men are defined in Japan
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Teacher nabbed for using miror to peek up girl's skirt
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haoushokuhaki
The only difference between famous and average men and women who cheat is the power and money. Thus, famous people who cheat should be treated like every one else. Frankly speaking, people who cheat, as long as they quickly come clean about it, should be treated with respect. Unfortunately, many people like Tiger Woods and Arnold Schwarzenegger don't come clean for years and thus lose that respect and trust. You make a mistake; fine, but at least admit it and come clean once you do it.
Posted in: Why do famous men with power and influence (Dominique Strauss-Kahn, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tiger Woods, Bill Clinton, for example) risk everything with their sexual behavior?
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haoushokuhaki
Well, to be fair, I've seen this "labeling" happen across many ethnicities (e.g. "Chinese-American", "Hispanic-American" (aka "Latino-American"). It is actually quite commonly involved when talking about statistics about minorities and such. But I agree that they should just introduce her as an "American", and then point out that she was born to an American father and a Japanese mother, since it seems more important to mention that as it directly ties in to her musical roots and tastes.
Posted in: Japanese-American singer SHANTI making sound waves
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haoushokuhaki
Saw a sneak preview clip of his acting performance on CSI, and he was terrible. Heard that he was a little brat on the set too. He may one day end up like Lindsey Lohan; in jail.
Posted in: Justin Bieber looking forward to coming to Japan
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haoushokuhaki
I think it's just many posters who are finally getting their chance to express the same thing that other posters have said when Mao Asada has been shown shedding tears on the podium. I remember when people would bash Mao for doing it and so I guess what's good for the goose would be good for the gander as well. IMO, Kim has a right to shed her tears. She has shown she is human after all and can't win em all. Miki in my opinion is now at the top of her game and has come a long way. If only Miki could always do a good short program, she would be perfect, since she always places first in the free skate.
Posted in: Ice rivals
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haoushokuhaki
While being a "helicopter pilot" is a "real job", I sincerely doubt Prince William got the same treatment as any other helicopter pilot. His title no doubt offered him more preferential treatment and lessened the strict discipline other military grunts get.
It's reasonable for them to "ask" for some privacy, but I don't think they can reasonably expect it completely, due to their power and standing in society.
Posted in: William, Kate ask for some private time
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haoushokuhaki
The wedding ceremony was indeed beautiful. Westminster Abbey looked absolutely splendid and it was great to see the weather hold up. Hopefully this marriage lasts, and doesn't end up like so many other British royal divorces. Then again, you never know since Prince William and Princess Kate have broken up once already.
Posted in: William, Kate marry as 2 billion tune in across globe
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haoushokuhaki
Trump WAS once a registered Democrat. However, according to the New York City Board of Elections, in 2009 he switched his party affiliation to Republican, with some speculating his reason for being a run at the Republican presidential bid. What's even more befuddling about Trump was that at one time he was an Independent, and before that a Republican. This guy keeps switching parties left and right.
Posted in: Donald Trump's possible presidential bid generating a lot of buzz
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haoushokuhaki
Foreigners bashing foreigners. Why is that? Can't the foreigners who stayed and the foreigners who left get along? It's not even funny the number of foreigners who've stayed that I've heard about that have been deriding the foreigners who have fled. It's like they suddenly feel they have some pride and balls to show off. And then there are the foreigners who have fled who suddenly feel like they need to show off their supreme knowledge of radiation and disaster awareness. They feel that they are the smart ones for fleeing while others will perish for staying. I say enough already.
Posted in: Why did those foreigners who decided to leave Japan in the aftermath of the March 11 disaster come in for so much derision from some people who labeled them with words like 'flyjin?'
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haoushokuhaki
Well, I guess if you don't pay attention to golf, you wouldn't have heard his name. I actually heard about him back in October (or November) of last year when he won the Asian Amateur. I'm not sure if JT mentioned it, but it was on the major news stations such as NHK and Fuji TV. I remember him beating some Australian dude. They also reported something about him being able to possibly qualify to play in the British Open too. And let's not forget the reports about his connection with the people of Sendai and how he will go back and help volunteer. Anyway, congrats to Matsuyama for winning the silver cup as the top amateur at the Master's!
Posted in: Schwartzel wins Masters after a wild day
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haoushokuhaki
Well, it could be dangerous, but I think it can't be helped as getting from point A to point B would sometimes involve going through some debris anyway; especially where they are living. Besides, I'm sure those people understand the danger, but won't let it stop them from looking for and through the place they used to call home.
Posted in: Out for a walk
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haoushokuhaki
Excellent point, griff. Yes, Japan is prone to earthquakes, but we are more likely to die from natural causes or an accident, than in a natural disaster.
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Posted in: M7.0 quake jolts eastern Japan; two killed
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haoushokuhaki
Congrats to Schwartzel. Great fight and tournament by Day and Scott, but it was Schwartzel's day. It was only fitting that he birdied the last hole as it was a splendid round overall. Tough break for McIlroy. Holes 10, 11, and 12 just did him in. Also, great fight by Ryo. He should be proud for a top-20 finish. Also, great tournament for Matsuyama. He certainly didn't play like an amateur at all.
Posted in: Schwartzel wins Masters after a wild day
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haoushokuhaki
In the end, we all may or may not believe in "a religion", but I sure hope that most people out there believe in at least showing a sense of decency and respect and giving people at least a fair shake before knowing much about them.
Posted in: Praying man
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haoushokuhaki
Nice picture. I'd rather have someone pray for me than spew unhelpful negativity. I may not be the deeply religious type, but I do believe that there are such things as miracles and karma in life. 罰 ("bachi") does happen, so beware.
Posted in: Praying man
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haoushokuhaki
Maybe I'm just getting old, but they sure don't make music like they used to. Too many acts producing very unoriginal stuff nowadays. Give me the music from the 70's, 80's and 90's anytime.
Posted in: Grammys drop more than 30 categories
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haoushokuhaki
If I had a vote in the Tokyo gubernatorial race, I would vote for Mr. Miki Watanabe as he has actual successful business experience and frankly a whole lot more common sense than the idiot Ishihara. What Japan really needs are more people with real CEO experience, and less former actors and other "talento".
Posted in: First vote
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haoushokuhaki
derailer: Yes, but that so-called "junk shed" keeps people alive during an earthquake. The level 9 earthquake in Tohoku, was a 6 (which was about what hit Christchurch) where I live, and my house was intact with no structural damage. It saved my life. The same could be said of all the houses and buildings, which weren't in the path of the tsunami that survived, in the Tohoku region. Sorry to burst your bubble, but while you can make a house earthquake-proof, you can't really make a house tsunami-proof. Unless you intend to live in something water-proof, like a submarine.
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haoushokuhaki
Events like these really bring out the panic attacks in everyone, don't they. Any small sign of radiation detected in the world, no matter where it is in the world, is going to be blamed on the nuclear incident in Fukushima. And now that these scientists are reporting it so, I'm sure there will be a lot of people in states like Massachusetts and Nevada that will start buying up potassium iodide pills and bottled water like crazy. Gotta give it to those scientists to find ways to stoke the fears of them rednecks.
Posted in: Radiation in six U.S. states likely from Japan
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haoushokuhaki
I give these guys a lot of credit. I can't even begin to imagine trying to work in protected suits that must make you sweat, with very little vision, while carrying tools, cables, etc. that must weigh a lot. Not to mention the fact that they are working in some of the most hazardous conditions you can dream of.
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haoushokuhaki
That's an amazing picture. The images I've seen with people sifting through the remains of their houses (some which have been carried several meters away) make me sad. However, I couldn't help but feel a bit of happiness seeing some of them find things such as pictures. The military has been doing such a wonderful job of sifting through the rubble and collecting valuables and then setting them aside for the victims to come and collect them.
Posted in: Remains of the day