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Fadamor, Japan already pays for a lot of bases it does not use. Just have to…
Posted in: Gemba assures Yamaguchi that more U.S. troops will not be relocated there
Anything to make a dollar/yen
Posted in: Remembering
With all that seismic hazard, why build a nuclear power plant there in the first place?
Posted in: Fukushima faces increased quake risk, scientists say
Let me guess: Drunk and no money to get home?
Posted in: Passenger robs taxi driver, then steals cab in Ibaraki
According to the Japan Electric Association, the country now has only 4 of 54 reactors in…
Posted in: Firms plan to build floating wind farm off Fukushima coast
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terebiko
I agree with WilliB, their afros turning into turbins is not racist. It's cute. The kid's cute. I do think that this IS news in the entertainment section. It's the first time Papaya's daughter has made a commercial. For those of you commenting on if this is newsworthy or not, if it's not news you are interested in, then why read it, or for that matter, why comment on it?
Posted in: Papa Papaya bonds with daughter over curry udon
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terebiko
airrunwesker I believe it is "Phase II" not "Stage 2", and if anyone hasn't checked out their work, they do a pretty good job. There is also a Star Trek movie made by some former cast members of STNG and ST TOS. It's called "Of Gods And Men", and it's pretty good too. Looking forward to seeing Star Trek on the big screen, though I always find the Japanese subtitles distracting. Keep checking to see if there are any translating mistakes....
Posted in: JJ Abrams and youthful cast breathe new life into 'Star Trek'
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terebiko
They ran the story on guys bras a little while ago. Seriously, they did.
Posted in: No-bra gear may gain ground this summer
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terebiko
On a personal note, I really like the commercial. I have no opinions on women going braless or not, I just think the commercial is really well done. I generally like uniqlo commercials, but I really liked this one. Am I rambling....
Posted in: No-bra gear may gain ground this summer
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terebiko
Regarding the schools being closed, the reports on the news were just what I thought would happen. All of those kids that are out of school, are walking around town, going to game centers and karaoke, some even in their school uniforms. One kid was asked why he wasn't staying at home, and he replied, naturally, there was nothing to do at home. So basically the intent of keeping kids from being in contact with other kids, which I think the school closure meant to do, may have a negative effect on the situation. We have to remember, this is Japan, not Mexico, so I think it would be hard to use the tough methods they used in Mexico here or in the US. Imagine trying to cancel sports events and close restaurants in Japan or the US like they did down south. Riots.
Posted in: 1st new-flu case in Tokyo confirmed; infections number 263 in Japan
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terebiko
More power to him. I think governments should provide funding for more of these kinds of projects. I'm surprised there aren't more sea farms off the coast of Japan. There's definitely a market!
Posted in: Hawaii company aims to feed the masses farmed tuna
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terebiko
Much to my surprise, I found his interview refreshing. He actually criticized Japanese TV. Now I know why he doesn't wear socks. He is probably a very intelligent guy, but the character his talent agency forces him to depict probably hurts more than helps.
Posted in: Junichi Ishida discusses women, quality of TV programs and why he doesn't wear socks
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terebiko
Go further back and watch Opie on the Andy Griffith Show. I am currently listening to the audiobook "Angels and Demons" and it is pretty good. It is my first audiobook, and it sure beats trying to read while standing up in a crowded bus! Looking forward to seeing the movie.
Posted in: Angels & Demons
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terebiko
She actually has a pretty good voice. Much better than the average idol, that's for sure. She can also speak English well, having lived in LA.
Posted in: R&B Singer AI, in bondage gear, kicks off national tour in Shibuya
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terebiko
This guy is amazing. Not only a TV personality/singer/entertainer, but also an importer, entrepreneur, publisher, and a generally interesting guy.
Posted in: George Tokoro indifferent about embezzled Y50 million
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terebiko
Seems logical to me, and a good reason to go on a diet. Obese people just have to be prepared to pay for two seats if they are planning on flying. I am afraid that in the future, as someone mentioned, the weight of the person may be factored in too. Perhaps a higher fuel surcharge for heavier people. That would affect a lot more people, including people who are not obese.
Posted in: United Airlines to charge obese passengers double on full flights
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terebiko
I have a feeling that it's going to go to Chicago. Beijing recently hosted the Olympics, so I really think it's too early for another Asian nation to get the Olympics. I don't think it will go to Rio, not sure why, but it just doesn't seem likely to me. The main reason I don't want to see the Olympics in Tokyo, is because my damn tax money will probably be used in some way to pay for the damn thing. They'll probably buy massage chairs with built-in karaoke machines for the athlete's village, or some other "essential" item...
Posted in: Would you like to see Tokyo get the 2016 Olympics? If your answer is no, then why not?
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terebiko
Why not put a squad of marines on each US ship entering the area to fight off attacks if necessary. 5 with the proper equipment should be sufficient. They can be taken off before the ships enter ports. It would be faster and easier than moving in the Bainbridge or some other ship every time there is an incident. If it's something big, then the military ships can be called into play. Gotta do something about them pirates...
Posted in: French seize pirate ship as threats mount on U.S. ships
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terebiko
Actually sex addiction is not a great thing. You should google it.
Posted in: Two Katos to star in sex addict stage drama
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terebiko
Or better yet, ZORK.
Posted in: Uniqlo
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terebiko
Bomberman. Cool. I wonder if they make a Loderunner shirt...
Posted in: Uniqlo
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terebiko
hoserfella, he isn't blaming the agency, because he is the president of his son's agency. Basically he's saying his son is fired. I guess this is news, but I sure get tired of hearing about it. The only reason it is big news, is because the guy is marginally famous, and his father is very famous. Who really cares, except those directly involved? wonder if this new anti-marijuana craze will affect the MJ t-shirts sometimes worn by Johnny's Entertainment or other MJ-related clothes, buckles and pins worn by entertainers throughout Japan....
Posted in: Masatoshi Nakamura sheds tears over son's drug arrest
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terebiko
Sad news. May they rest in peace. At least it isn't winter. Feel bad also for one of my students. Just left today for a honeymoon in Italy, scheduled to arrive in Rome yesterday I think. Leaving the land of earthquakes, and experiencing one half way around the world. Jeez.
Posted in: Italy quake death toll 207
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terebiko
Chavez is a little scary, and yes I would venture to agree that he is becoming a dictator. With him in Venezuela, and Raul Castro in Cuba bringing more military types into the government, latin america is going to get very interesting in the near future.
Posted in: Chavez seeks to deepen energy ties with Japan
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terebiko
Injury to his pride, I think. Maybe the photographer deserved to be punched. More details than "trouble erupted" would be good.
Posted in: Husband of Sakura Uehara arrested for assaulting cameraman