Is Akimoto Yasushi expanding AKB48 globally?

Question:

Answer:

I have heard, He is planning to NYC 48, LDN 48 and PRS 48 etc
because ○○48's concept is " can meet idol " 　

Recicle shops in saitama?

Question:

Answer:

It depends on where in Saitama you mean.

And depends on what kind products you want to be recycled.

Does anyone know what Mitsuru who used to be in SuG is up to these days?

Question:

Answer:

There is no public information as to what he's doing now.

Maybe, he lives as an ordinary man.

THE GAZETTE FANS OUT THERE !!?

Question:

how rich is the gazette members now ?? ruki, reita, uruha, aoi and kai.
can you tell me about them .. are they a millionaires or something ?

tell me about them .. i will appreciate all the things will you tell me.. :)) .. thanks ..

Answer:

it's hard to know for sure, they have their own apartments as far as I know.
but the only way to know how much money they have you would probably have to know them personally

Can you help me write a simple letter in Japanese?

Question:

I'm corresponding with a Japanese woman and need help with a response email. It's a quite simple, short email. Please write it in Hiragana and Katakana. Thank you very much! Arigatou Gozaimasu!

Hello ____,

Thank you for your email. It's nice to meet you to. I've heard very nice things about you. Robin told me that you have found a penpal for me to write to. I'm sure it will be fun to learn about Japan and Japanese life while learning how to speak Japanese! I'm looking forward to it. Thank you for all of your help.

Sincerely,
____

Answer:

こんにちは＿。

メールありがとう。私も、あなたに会えてよかったです。あなたについてのとっても…
ロビンがわたしにも、文通相手を見つけてくれたと聞きました。日本語を学びながら…

心を込めて。

＿



Can you read Japanese?
If you can't,I'm sorry...(><)

If I were to be foreign exchange student in Japan, would I have to go to school six days a week?

Question:

I have always wanted to go to Japan because of the culture and the chance to go to another country. I am 17 and would want to go for a semester of my senior year. I get all A's and B's and have all AP and honors classes. I just hear that they will actually go for six days a week and I heard somewhere (although I don't think it is true) that they go for like 14 hours a day. If that is the case then I really wouldn't want to go to school there.

Answer:

Most schools do not do 6 days a week anymore. But if you attended a school that had 6 days a week then you would have to attend because you are a student and you have no choice in the matter. (What would you do anyway? If all your friends are at school you wouldn't be able to hang out with anyone anyway.)
And they do NOT go for 14 hours a day. School time is about the same as in the US, but when you count optional club activities and optional cram school then it can make "school" become longer. But these aren't mandatory for you to join, and you would especially have no reason to go to cram school since it's only for helping kids prepare for the entrance exams.

Were can i watch tokyo mew mew season 2?

Question:

i know there is a season two but youtube is horrible

Answer:

buy DVD
save Japanese economy

Should I let it be or should I explain and say sorry?

Question:

Should I let it be or should I explain and say sorry?
Alright so in school a few weeks back I was on my Japanese blog/friend site (Love the Culture) and then I went online and found somebody my Age and sometimes I would send him emails and ask him what is going on in his life is he doing good or bad I was shy at first things got better we had communication problems but we worked it out I decided to give it a break because I need to focus on some things and I don't want to Annoy him but we never really had a long conversation but for some reason I find myself missing him or missing him trying to express himself when I ask him certain things but Why do I miss him so much I barely know him he barley knows me Why we are both 13 by the way.

So, let's fast fowrad to now Okay so I have been talking with him more recently and here's what I said to him in my last message

私は私の気持ちがわからないについてあなた
それを説明するのは難しい
私は複雑な気持ちを持って
しかし、私はあなたを少し好き
方法のため、
あなた自分が表現
それは私を笑顔にする

正直に大輝-さん
あなたの素晴らしい
とあなた私は感心する
あなたの優しさ

大輝-さん、私はあなたを好き
私は混乱しているしかし、
私はしたいと思いますを知って
あなた方が良い,大輝-さん
何かがある特別なについてあなた
しかし、私は希望
話をするもっとに

私を どのように行うあなた 感じる につい?
あなたは私をあまりにも好きですか大輝-さん?


私は私の気持ちがわからないについてあなた
それを説明するのは難しい
私は複雑な気持ちを持って
しかし、私はあなたを少し好き

And after he read this he asked messaged me and asked "Do you know like me? or in Japanese (率直に聞くけど、 えっと君はつまり俺が好きなの?) and I was so embarrassed and confused and I think after sending the last message I ruined everything I got scared because he doesn't Know I'm not Asian and other things. so here is my reply.

方法のため、
あなた自分が表現
それは私を笑顔にする

正直に大輝-さん
あなたの素晴らしい
とあなた私は感心する
あなたの優しさ

大輝-さん、私はあなたを好き
私は混乱しているしかし、
私はしたいと思いますを知って
あなた方が良い,大輝-さん
何かがある特別なについてあなた
しかし、私は希望
話をするもっとに

私を どのように行うあなた 感じる につい?
あなたは私をあまりにも好きですか大輝-さん?

so should i tell him i'm sorry i mean i destroyed everything after sending this letter he never replied back I haven't spoke with him for a month what to do?
PS; You guys might need Google translate

Answer:

This hs nothing to do with travel. Belongs in the section on familie and relationahips.

Going to an anime convention for the first time. HeLP!?

Question:

So tomm I am going with acouple of friends to a convention. But I dont really have a costume to wear. I haven't had time really to look into anything because of my schooling, and Im always busy. Since It's my first time going, would it be awkward if im dressed as myself? I mean since alot of people are going to be dressed up, but im not. I really just want to have a good time.

Answer:

You don't have to wear costumes unless you participate in their cosplay contest. Many people still go in conventions like that wearing normal clothes, to take pictures of cosplayers and maybe support some of their cosplayer friends.

If i buy Sing it for Japan by MCR on iTunes will the profits go to Japan?

Question:

I dont think ill illegally download this one :)
I Absolutely love the song and love the cause, But i cant find a way to Donate, I cant use my parents card or my cell account D:
So will all the Profits go to Japan/Redcross? (Im still getting the song anyway though xD)

Answer:

I think it's better if you put the website here.

Addition:
hmmm, I'm not sure if it's legit. You just have to trust them.

I need someone who can read Chinese, Japanese, or what ever oriental characters are in my avitar picture?

Question:

Answer:

This is a Hanzi/Kanji, a Chinese word. However, it can be used in Korean, Japanese, or Chinese (pronounced differently)

Chinese: Jin1 (Gold, or in ancient text it is a way of measuring money) sometimes a surname
Japanese: also the same meaning
Korean: Same meaning, only in older texts, also a surname

Hope I helped

Can anyone translate the Japanese in my avatar to english! It may be too small though.?

Question:

Answer:

It means "healthy life"

Addition:
This is an unusual word used only in Buddhism. We do not use it in our everyday life. If I put the meaning of each word,

無 no
病 disease
息 avoid
災 disaster

What is gay culture like in Japan?

Question:

みな、はじめまして。　For my final paper in my Japanese culture class I’ve decided to write about gay culture in contemporary Japan. I know nothing about the subject and any information regarding any resources such as books, websites, and the like would be greatly appreciated. I’m even hoping to interview a few people so any if I can get into contact with anyone who would be willing to be talk about the subject. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. ありがとうございます！

Answer:

Traditional concept of Japanese gay would be , younger gays are stanging at the corner of buildings or parks in Shinjuku 2 choume (a famous district of gays in Tokyo)in the evening , older gay visits there, find his partner, and the younger one earns USD100/night.
Some may run "gay bar" in old buildings. Ordinary people sometimes visit there just for curious fun.


But recently there are many surgically sex changed men (women) wearing magnificent dresses.
Some are famous TV personalities,such as "Haruna Ai""Mittsu Mangrobe""Matsuko Deluxe"　
You can find Matsuko Deluxe(plump disguised man) in ad of Softbank (cell phone of Japan)

Disguised show theater "Lake of Black Swan" tokyo is somewhat famous.

How long will an item i ordered on ebay form Japan take to get to the U.S in Arkansas?

Question:

I ordered the item on April 7, 2011 and haven't recieved it yet the person is using USPS.

Answer:

8-22 days.

What are the most driven cars in Japan?

Question:

Answer:

The most popular car in Japan like the rest of the world is Toyota with the Toyota Prius and Vitz leading the way. The Honda Fit and Suzuki Swift are also very popular and were ranked #3 and #4 last year for sales in Japan.

Is Sonny Chiba still popular/liked in Japan today?

Question:

It's just been a few weeks, and I have watched about 10+ Sonny Chiba films (street fighter trilogy, karate bear-fighter, karate bullfighter, karate for life, Shorinji Kempo (or The killing machine), Yakuza Deka, the executioner, Shoguns Samurai and some more).

And all i can say is WOW!!! WOW!! He is like the Japanese Bruce Lee! As a big fan of martial arts and martial arts movies (mostly HK), I was very amazed at the work of Sonny Chiba, i just never thought he could be this good!! I am now convinced that he is (or was) one of Japan's best heroes and icon stars, because i think he deserves to be. And he a special sort of Charisma too.

Japanese people: You are so lucky to have such an amazing icon star!! If I was Japanese I would be so proud of him!! Japanese culture is so amazing, the martial arts, the food, Ninja and Samurai, and the loyal and Honorable people!

So what do you think of Sonny Chiba??

And is he still famous and liked in Japan today? or was that mostly in the 1970's and 80's?

Thank You!

Answer:

yes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtLb5nChc…

あなたは歌手水樹奈々に似て知っていますか？?

Question:

Answer:

no, but i know another japanese singer. her name is boa kwon. I also know a japanese band and korean artists. but i have never heard of Nana Mizuki.


いいえ、しかし別の日本の歌手を知っています。彼女の名前はボア クォンです。また、日本と韓国のアーティストを知っています。しかし、私は水樹奈々 を聞いたことがないです。

I need some dark Japanese words and names?

Question:

Like some gothic names. I need it to name one of my characters. No computer translations please ^ ^

Answer:

welllll .... Japan doesn't really have "gothic" but some common freaky names are ...

Sadako (think the girl in the ring)
Kayoko (think the girl in the grudge)
Hanako ( the girl in the 4th toilet) etc. . .

To be honest any names you pick can be creepy.

If you want to be less subtle you could call your kid 憂慮 and be done done with it.

Or 悪子　(literally evil/wicked girl) or if you prefer something neutral how about ... 空子

Where can i find cheap apartments in okinawa japan?

Question:

Answer:

This question does not make any sense unless you specify which part of Okinawa you are referring to.
Okinawa is the largest prefecture in Japan, extending 1,000 km from the east to the west across the southern most oceanic areas in Japan, including 46 inhabited islands and a large number of small unpopulated islands.
If you were asking about Okinawa mainland (the largest one), the island has 26 cities, towns and villages.
Which part of Okinawa do you plan to live in? We need to know that. Otherwise, no one can answer your question.

How are the Fourth-Generation Japansese (yonsei) seen in Japan?

Question:

My great-grandmother was Japanese, but it seems like that's completely irrelevant... We aren't allowed citizenship due to heritage, like the sansei... so I was thinking if we are seen as not Japanese at all by the Japanese people? When I go there, will they treat me badly for being 'mixed', like they do it in here sometimes? I don't look that Japanese at all, but not entirely white either. Kinda like that singer Rachel Yamagata, but with darker eyes, and not as fair skinned... So, what shall I expect?

Answer:

To be honest you are seen as gaijin. Your right, that it is completely irrelevant. For Japanese people, pure Japanese is the only Japanese. Half is halfu, and foreign is foreign.

I have a friend who is a sansei, and he found that it makes his life a lot easier if he just doesn't mention it to Japanese people (he doesn't look Japanese at all either.) When he used to tell people he was Japanese, he got a lot of very personal questions asked to him - like "Why don't you speak Japanese then?" or "so why don't you look Japanese?" and nasty comments like ... "Your grandparents are traitors for abandoning Japan in their time of need" and "your not Japanese just because your 3rd generation."

In the beginning he used to tell people about his heritage (because he thought it would give him an edge over regular gaijins, I guess) but the reaction he got was so negative that he eventually just stopped telling.

Also ( I don't know how long you are staying here, or how well you speak Japanese) but if you don't speak Japanese well, you are probably going to need foreigners for friends. But if you continually run around insisting "BUT I am Japanese, actually" your going to segregate yourself from the foreign community, you might want to bear this in mind.

In some ways the yonsei etc are treated worse than foreigners, because the foreigners are not trying to be Japanese, but the yonsei are. But I guess Its the same as when Scottish people get pissed that Americans who have not lived there for hundreds of years come back for a visit and tell people "Im Scottish" or "Im home." Identity is about more than genetics.

Anyways .. .to answer your question - If they ask you, tell them by all means. If It comes up in regular conversation, sure. But if you run around telling anyone who will listen how you are different from regular gaijins because you have Japanese roots, you are going to isolate yourself from Japanese AND foreigners. Hope you have a great time in Japan :D

Is it true that the Japanese only knew the world as Japan and China?

Question:

I heard when once China was in control of korea and maybe other countries i was told that the Japanese around 500 years ago knew that the World they knew it as was Japan and China as they did not travel and explore, but i aint so sure.

Is this why the Japanese is unique to other countries and are more independent and the culture is unique (very beautiful in my eyes) and the people are very polite and well mannered?

Also, i'm a English person age of 20 and i am very interested in Japan, their culture and the way they live, I am naturally a very nice person and respect all people who come to England and help them if they need help.

I have done Tourism in college and very interested in learning the Japanese language to one day go and find voluntary work there after i have learned the language enough and also visit the Country to learn the culture.

Would that be fine for you people as your country is very independent.

Answer:

I'm not sure if they really knew only China and Korea (They certainly knew Korea).

But it's certain that there was not major exchange between Japan and western nations before 1543 when they brought guns to Japan.

What is the furthest country from Japan?

Question:

Answer:

That would be Argentina. It is the country that lies closest to the point on the globe opposite Japan.

Will Japan recover by 2015?

Question:

Answer:

that's like asking will all the worlds country's be debt free by 2020
the answer is impossible to even guess at we don`t know where and
when earthquake`s will strike next ????? japan could be hit by another
12 earthquake's in the next 4 years !!!!! how do we even start the
question of recovering times ?????
when this is the only thing we know about random earthquake strikes ?????

Japanese casualty list?

Question:

Is there a website that shows the names of the Japanese people who were killed during the earthquake in 2011?

Answer:

http://www.47news.jp/47topics/e/200115.p…

Could dolphins have been used to spy on Denmark and Japan?

Question:

I have found evidence online of countries spying on Denmark. Japan, a previous leader in car manufacturing and camera technology before many recalls. A dolphin is intelligent and can be trained.
Many with chips or...implanted under their skin could create a cloud of intelligence gathering...possibly.

Who would spy on japan, China? they are caught today on the news stealing U.S. military secrets. Did anybody see the Dolphins off the coast of Somalia stopping prates from taking a Chinese merchant ship? Does anybody remember the yacht with the two couples that were executed after taking a detour from the group of vessels as they were missionaries to spread "The Word" Every time before I've asked this it's been either deleted or taken out of category so as the only one seeing it has clicked my avatar to view and answer. This time I am prepared.

Answer:

possible there the most intelligent creature on this planet
may be we should take a leaf out of there book then our
planet may not be so messed up and dying in some part`s !!!!!
yes i know it does not answer the question out right but i`m more
interested in the planet`s well fare than what governments are
spying on other governments !!!!!

Best place to buy air fare to Japan?

Question:

I have used IACE in the past, with good results. There is also a local company that has good prices (JapanTravel.com) and seems to have friendly customer service through the few inquiries I have sent them. Are there any other sites I don't know of? Do you have personal experience with these sites?

(would be flying out of RDU destined for KIX)

Answer:

I always use Mobissimo.com and/or Kayak.com to buy airfare for both domestic and international flights. It includes not only the deals from the airlines websites, but also orbitz, expedia etc.

Where to see Anime cartoons memorials in Tokyo?

Question:

My daughter and her boyfriend are wanting to go to Tokyo for the Anime fair but also to explore the city for it's glory! My daughter wants to see Sailor Moon and her boyfriend would like to see Dragon Ball Z. Is there anywhere that can be recommended to see both of these!
Plus they wanted to know romantic places in the city?
Thanks

Answer:

Akihabara sells a lot of that anime stuff, and there used to be an annual anime-fan fair in the early summer. (The Sendai earthquake changed that, though.)
In Kichijoji you have the Ghibli studios, which has a bit of a theme park for kids and people who grew up on cartoons like Totoro and Mononoke Hime.
You can also visit the Toei studios - they have a mini museum set up there.

But other than that there aren't many "anime" places.... They don't really have an equivalent to Disney World for anime, if that is what you are looking for.

Does JAPAN still need help?

Question:

i am a college student and i was thinking about starting a fund raiser for japan but i don't know if i should because i don't know if its to late to donate. like is there still people that need help, or has the government fixed everything already? is there still problems that need fixing? if there is any homeless people who need help? please help me to understand, and if there is please explain.

Answer:

There are thousands of people who lost everything they had. Their homes were wiped out. Whole towns were destroyed. There's billions of dollars in damages.
Go to youtubee and type in Japan earthquake 2011.

What are some of the best japanese candy?

Question:

Answer:

Two of my favourites are:

Pocky, which is a Japanese biscuit stick usually coated in chocolate. See Pocky here http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

and

Kinoko no Yama, which is a biscuit shaped like a mushroom with a chocolate top. See Kinoko no Yama here http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…

Popular shops in Japan that sell Lolita style clothing?

Question:

Could you give a specific shop please? One that is commonly found all over Japan?

Answer:

Well...lolita fashion isn't exactly common. It is a street fashion after all and although there are some shops that are housed in department style buildings, most are individual boutiques.

http://hellolace.net/shopping/where-to-b…

According to HelloLace.net, the most popular Japanese Lolita shops are:

Angelic Pretty
Baby the Stars Shine Bright
Metamorphose Temps De Filles
Innocent World
Moi Meme Moitie
Juliette et Justine
Mary Magdalene
H.Naoto
Bodyline (although among Japanese lolitas, BL isn't really looked well upon)

Classic lolita brands may only have one or two locations (like Victorian Maiden which only has one shop and they run by appointment only) unlike shops that sell predominantly Gothic and Sweet lolita styles (like Btssb which even has two international locations). If you'd like to see a complete location list, I suggest going through this link (scroll to "Official Shop Blogs"):

http://egl.livejournal.com/15758654.html

(EDIT: For some reason, no one mentioned the Baby location in Paris)

http://babyparis.blog99.fc2.com/

Having a tattoo as a teacher in Japan?

Question:

So I'm planning to get a couple tattoos. A big one on my back and a smaller one idk where yet. I'm going to make sure that they are in places you couldn't see while wearing a suit or anything. If I were to apply for a job in Japan would having tattoos hurt my chances of getting a job even if they aren't noticable?

Answer:

I am a teacher and i have 3 tattoo's. one is on my forearm and i wear a bandage to cover it up. some teachers know about and some don't. they do not say anything. as long as you keep them from the children. you will be OK.

How can i get to the roppongi station from hiroo?

Question:

The one that is on the roppongi dori here
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&sugexp=ldymls&xhr=t&q=hotel+ibis+tokyo&cp=13&qe=aG90ZWwgaWJpcyB0bw&qesig=YFVidl9yuc9ONddP1iv84Q&pkc=AFgZ2tkJnnHOuvMQ78wbk5kQa6KKZBJeRmkZQZmvjat3VHufdgviSPrGQHaGeFM03BA34cEGb_Vz4OEhanyPKB9pedJOt9Rn9A&pq=hotel+ibis&wrapid=tljp130285477845742&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl
also include which exit pls thank you :)

Answer:

Take subway Hibiya line from Hiroo and use exit 4a at Roppongi station.
http://www.ibis-hotel.com/en_access.html

But It's only one stop away. I'd simply walk or take a taxi (if you have luggege).

How do they call "stationary" or "letter paper" in Japanese?

Question:

Answer:

Stationary could be 文房具 (bun bohgu), but it include many things like pencils, erasers, ruler, etc...
If you wish to specified on latter paper for personal letter, you should say 便箋　(bin sen) .
If you meant paper which used for school projects, or business レポート用紙　(repohto youshi) is good word.

Help with Japan's plains!!?

Question:

I have a map assignment and I need to know where these plains are:
Sendai Plain
Echigo Plain
Kanto Plain
Nobi Plain
Osaka Plain
Fukuoka Plain

Also I need to know where the inland sea is.

Answer:

I don't do homework assignment and truly hope nobody else here will do it for you either. The point of homework is that YOU do the assignment at HOME, on your own. Ask your teacher if you don't believe me, that is what is expected of you.

I WILL help you out though. All you have to do is use a search engine, say Google, type in the name of each of those plains, and there you go. Now, run along and do your homework. And don't forget to brush your teeth before you go to bed.

EDIT: I know what I say to be true because I just did a search on one of your plains and the first link gave me a map and geographical coordinates. Maybe you're not trying to cheat, but simply, well, a bit 'slow'.?

See? All by your little bitty self you did your own homework.