kirakira25 said...

kirakira25 at 09:13 AM JST - 27th September

Plastic in plastic alone (plastic bag with each cookie in it's own plastic wrapper) is most of it right there. Remove kerosene heaters, and that's probably it.

You nailed it, and can I add to the list banning those god-awful guys who lie asleep in their cars at the side…

Posted in Hatoyama to send 'strong message' about global warming on U.S. visit at 09:13 AM JST - 27th September
kirakira25 at 09:06 AM JST - 27th September

Remember the folks in Jiminto call him "alien".

Yep, I`m starting to see why. He has charm, personality, vivacity, an interest in the world beyond Japan, a PhD from an internationally renowned non-Japanese univerity, an interesting if eccentric wife, fresh ideas, energy and the beginnings of a transparent, modern government.…

Posted in Hatoyama throws out first pitch at Dodgers-Pirates game at 09:06 AM JST - 27th September
kirakira25 at 08:57 AM JST - 27th September

Yeah, great, quick and easy. Unless of course you have children and then it gets horribly complicated.

Someone should tell my hubby`s ex that there is no need for contact.....! And they broke up 12 years ago!!!

Posted in Emiri Henmi gives ex-hubbie go sign for next marriage at 08:57 AM JST - 27th September
kirakira25 at 08:53 AM JST - 27th September

Maybe it's because guys here feel threatened by a woman who doesn't really need a man?

Ya think?! That is absolutely the reason! I love the reaction I get whenever I tell Japanese friends I never had any intention of getting married. It`s like saying I never had any intention…

Posted in Moe Oshikiri breaks up with Giants pitcher Takahiko Nomaguchi at 08:53 AM JST - 27th September
kirakira25 at 12:30 PM JST - 26th September

No mention of what penalty, if any, will be given to them.

Posted in Panel member leaked draft report on fatal train crash to JR West at 12:30 PM JST - 26th September
kirakira25 at 09:58 AM JST - 26th September

What a dilemma for the authorities - don`t arrest him and allow him free access even though he broke the law and they are dying to nab him. Or arrest him and fuel the publicity. Tough one!

Posted in 'The Cove' director risks arrest to come to Tokyo at 09:58 AM JST - 26th September
kirakira25 at 09:53 AM JST - 26th September

I think whatever our good intentions it is VERY difficult for foreigners - and most people here are - to be able to step in when faced with a situation like this. We all know of stories or have personal experiences of prejudice by the police. I myself was arrested…

Posted in Saitama police launch new unit to prevent groping on trains at 09:53 AM JST - 26th September
kirakira25 at 07:17 PM JST - 25th September

I cant believe these numbers! No, seriously. I CANT believe these numbers. I agree an extra zero has been left off.

Posted in No. of medical accidents in Japan hits record 1,440 in 2008 at 07:17 PM JST - 25th September
kirakira25 at 07:14 PM JST - 25th September

I LIKE these guys!!! Stark contrast to the UK PMs visit a few days ago when Obama couldnt find the time to meet up with him. Take the hint, Gordie!!!

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kirakira25 at 11:58 AM JST - 24th September

Oh. My. god. I have just seen the picture. For some reason it didn`t come up before. How completely and utterly horrible.

RIp those poor kids and my heart goes out to the family.

nedinjapan - absolutely with you on that one! My 3rd is due in 8 weeks and…

Posted in Two children die after car crashes into guardrail in Okayama at 11:58 AM JST - 24th September