Just saw a special on tv about Japan culture after marriage and I want clarification that my gut feeling is?

Question:

just saw a special on tv about Japan culture after marriage and I want clarification that my gut feeling is right.
They said that after marriage and the couple first kid that the husband and wife are not interested in having sex with each other that both the husband and wife go else where to get sex.
I think we are all human and all woman have hormones that make them associated sex with love so I really do not think Japanese woman are different.
It just burns me that they put un true things about other cultures on tv. which in my opinion is what spreads hate. I am not asian but like to learn about different cultures and if I watch some thing that is most likely not true it makes me mad because I am trying to learn facts not fiction. If wanted fiction I would not be watching this reality show!

Answer:

>They said that after marriage and the couple first kid that the husband and wife are not interested in having sex with each other

This is true for many couples. But the timing is not always the same. Sometimes, it's after 2nd kid. Sometimes, a few years after getting married.

>both the husband and wife go else where to get sex.

This is not true. Some of them do. Some others just live sexless life. Husband is more likely to go else where to have sex. Women do not do it so often.

3day's link is interesting. But,

>The secret of Japan’s exceptionally low birth rate is out — more than a third of married couples do not have sex.

I don't agree with this. The real secret is that many Japanese men and women are NOT MARRIED or just don't make couples. So it's not a matter of existing couples not having sex.

I agree that more than 1/3 of married couples do not have sex. My point is not there.

Writing a fictional story set in Japan, how do I name a village?

Question:

I'm writing a story set in ancient Japan but I'm trying to make up the name of the small village its set in. I want Jigoku (Hell) to be the town name, but I can't figure out the system for naming townships. If the town is in Hokkaido, would the town be called Dojigoku or Jigokudo or something?

Answer:

You use Jigoku for village? wow.

Anyway, you put "mura" at the end. Like Jogoku-mura.

BTW, Hokkaido is a name created in 19th century.

How to speak like a japanese child?

Question:

All I know is they say 'tan' Onee-nii' and 'Onii-nii' anymore? PLZ HALP D:

Answer:

Jeez I taught kids for 10 years and now have kids of my own. Never heard that. "tan" and "de-chuu" sound like a maid cafe oneesan trying to sound "cute" for dirty old perverts. Real kids would get beat up if they talked like that.
Kids refer to themselves in the third person, like if the boy's name is Makoto, he'll say "Makoto likes cherries," or something like that. That's one thing I noticed. Another is using "-chan." As you most likely know, -"chan" is kind of a cute way to address someone. Like oneechan for big sister, or even otochan for dad, and bachan and jichan for the grandparents. Maybe get on Youtube and look at some TV shows with kids--like Sazaesan , Doraemon, or Chibi Marukochan, (and Crayon Shinchan--which is the most realistic lol)---they aren't perfectly realistic, but listening to the kids talk in these shows will give you some idea.

Is the name Seiji weird?

Question:

Well I have an OC (original character) named Seiji. I have never seen this name used anywhere else and I was wondering why that is. Is it like a dated name or is like a funny sounding name such as Bob?

Answer:

誠司 seiji is a normal male name in Japanese. There is nothing wrong.

Fun things to do in a yukata?

Question:

My friends and I have decided to take a day and spend them in our lovely yukata [since it is summer and normal kimono would be too hot x.x]. But we don't know what to do! We can go to Washington DC using the metro so if you know some fun things we can do there that would be lovely! But what kind of traditional japanese games are played, if any? Or do you suggest that we have a picnic? If so, what should we bring with us? Thanks to everyone who contributes!

Sorry if this is in the wrong section!

Answer:

Looking fireworks!
In Japan, a lot of people wearing yukata go to ...
- Firework festival 花火大会
- Summer festival 夏祭り
- Bon dance 盆踊り

How about going to some museums and gardens?
Lately, some museums in Japan discount the people wearing yukata (or tradional kimono).
I think picnic is a good idea. But when you wear yukata, you should relax and move gently.
You'll be sorry if you move violently or walk so quickly.

This is for NY. They will do firework in Japanese way.
http://www.info-fresh.com/index.php?page…


Yukata is 浴衣 in Kanji. 浴 = bath or take a bath and 衣 = cloth.
About 400 years ago, old Japanese people wore it during and after bath.
It's really thin. Japanese people use yukata as a room wear.
Or they wear yukata at summer evening and night.

When you carry Omikoshi, I recommend you to wear 法被(happi) or 半纏(hanten), another kind of kimono.

What is the web site for tv tokyo?

Question:

Answer:

ani.tv
well this is for the anime shows at least if you want to know lol

What do Japanese people think of Xu Fu?

Question:

Answer:

Xu Fu　or 徐福 (pronounced "Jo Fuku" in Japanese).
Not many people know him. His name is known only by those people who love ancient history, and/or who love the occult stuff.

There are many legends and folk stories.

As far as I know, he visited Japan to pursue an elixir of life, and explored all around Japan. He left many folklore, but not many things are sure.
It is said Xu Fu or Jo Fuku believed that Mt. Fuji is Chinese legendary mystical mountain 蓬莱山　(Mt. Penglai, or Horai zan), and he found some "mysterious secret" in Mt. Fuji.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Pengl…

What do the Japanese think of the name Kanna?

Question:

I think it's a really old fashioned name, isn't it?
I tried to research on it and such, but I can't seem to find much information.
But I'd love to know what citizens of Japan think about the name, I kind of like it.
I'd also love the Kanji for it too, I can't seem to find a reliable source for it.

Answer:

There is nothing wrong with that name. It's just a girl's name.

What are some suggestions and tips for a trip to Japan?

Question:

Hello all. :) On a random, spur of a moment sort of thing, a friend and myself decided to commit to completing part of the very first thing on our bucket list: visit Japan. We plan on taking a two week trip with a couple of other friends and a possible addition of two more. However, a majority of us will be starting senior year within a few months so obviously this trip won't be happening for a couple of years or so. It really depends on when we can all raise up the money. While I realize the exchange rate can change quite easily and so forth, I figured 5,000 dollars each would do the trick, but I am hoping that each of us will be able to raise more and take as much as possible.

What I'm basically asking is what are some suggestions and tips for planning a trip to Japan, what are some things that I'd need to know in advance, and.. basically any tips and suggestions. xD While there are a few places we want to go - one being an animation studio, Tokyo, and Mt. Fuji - we're not quite sure what is worth seeing and what's not. If anyone has any suggestions in that department, it'd be much appreciated.

I know it may seem a little silly to be planning a few years in advance, but why put off tomorrow what you can do today?

Answer:

Do not tip at restaurant or other places.
Do not talk on cell phone on train or bus.
Let passengers exit first when you are about to get on train.

Is it safe to go to tokyo next month?

Question:

we live in orlando and might be taking a trip to tokyo japan... but are worried, is it safe due to the radiation????

Answer:

This question has been asked many times. Japan is safe except for areas around Fukushima Plant.

Flight Ticket to Japan?

Question:

Aren't flight tickets to Japan supposed to be cheaper because of the earthquake? Gees, I called some travel agencies today, and it is as expensive as before. Why is that?

Answer:

There were many cancellations at first because of the earthquake, but there are still many people traveling. And in spite of the occasional clueless tween still asking on YA if Japan was all wiped out, most people know that Japan as a whole is doing all right. So you still have many people traveling during the peak summer season.

But one of the biggest reasons why air tickets are so high is because of the price of oil. Nearly all airlines are tacking on huge fuel surcharges for their tickets. For example for ANA a transpac round trip has a USD$583 fuel surcharge added; for AA it's $576, JAL it's $583, and so on. Many airlines lump it in with taxes; others just raise their fares.

By the way, it's about to get worse. In spite of the drop in oil prices in the last few days, the Japanese government just approved another hike in the surcharge for JAL and ANA reservations ticketed from August 1st - so get ready for nearly another $100 to be tacked on to your ticket price.

Where is Junko Furuta's grave?

Question:

I'm sorry if this is none of my business and yes I know what happened to her body. But I want to know if there is a place in her memorial where I can pay my respects. I'm going to Japan next year and for the past months I have wanted to pay my respects. Thank you.

Answer:

It's not disclosed to public as you may expect.

But your kindness will reach at her.

If I'm in California and watching the sunset, is Japan watching it rise?

Question:

Is there an hour or two between for them to see the sun or is it almost instant?
I have a friend in Japan and I thought it would be cool if we could watch them at the same time..

Answer:

It's currently 5 PM Wednesday in California, and 9 AM Thursday morning in Japan.

Is November a good time to visit Japan?

Question:

Are the tourist places like Sanrio Puro land still open in November?

Answer:

>Is November a good time to visit Japan?

I think so.

>Are the tourist places like Sanrio Puro land still open in November?

Yes, why not?

Veilside RX7 fortune from Tokyo drift?

Question:

What are all the things such as upgrades and exterior and interior, fuel management, in car electronics and stuff like that from ground up I can't find it on the internet. Thank you:)

Answer:

VeilSide sells its kit at their site.
In that movie, that car has NOS(Nitrous Oxide Systems), that power is 350hp.

NO THIS CAN'T BE HAPPENING!!! IS JAPAN HAVING ANOTHER EARTHQUAKE?

Question:

I JUST READ THAT THERE IS ANOTHER EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI WARNING IS THIS TRUE?!?

Answer:

M6.2 earthquake is a lot smaller than the one which hit on March 11th. It's not something we have to worry about much.

And it's "tsunami watch", not warning. And it's been lifted.

Which sentence is correct?

Question:

For "Do (you) want to kill time?"

暇をつぶしたいか。　
暇をつぶしたがっているか。

What is the difference between "~tai" and "~tagaru" for desire in a verb?

thank you!

Answer:

>暇をつぶしたいか。　

This is correct.

>暇をつぶしたがっているか。

This is used when a third person is 暇をつぶしたがっているか。. Not used on "you".

Which japanese drama has the highest rating in history?

Question:

5 pts for explainable answer:)

and if you can also give me the highest ratings of korean and taiwan dramas too
that would be great.
thank you

Answer:

The Japanese drama Oshin is regarded as being one of the highest rated Japanese drama in history. The show has been aired all around the world.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oshin

Are there many English speaking people around the tourist areas of Tokyo Japan?

Question:

I'm planing a trip to Tokyo, and although I am practicing a bit of conversational Japanese, I was curious if the will be English speaking people, such as Hotel receptionists? Also, How hard will it be to tour around the city (Tokyo) For someone who does not read Japanese?

Answer:

Most hotel receptionists speak English. But on other places, it depends on where you mean by tourist areas.

Does anyone here speak japanese fluently?

Question:

i need the phrase, 'as drunk as a skunk' translated to romanized japanese. unfortunately i cant find a romanized english-japanese translator anywhere so im looking here for help.

please no garbage answers. thanks!

Answer:

>'as drunk as a skunk'
べろべろに酔っ払って
berobero ni yopparatte

>"He was as drunk as a skunk".
彼はべろべろに酔っ払っていた。
kare wa berobero ni yopparatte ita.

How to say "rainy" in Japanese?

Question:

As in..."It was a rainy season" or..."It was a rainy day today"

Thank you ^_^

Answer:

>As in..."It was a rainy season"
雨の季節 ame no kisetsu

"It was a rainy day
雨の日 ame no hi

>I've heard tsuyu refers to June-July, the Japanese rainy season.

Yes, you are right.

>would some sort of variation of "sore wa tuyu no jiki(kisetu) deshita." make sense if I was talking about the months of April & May?

No. Just use ame no kisetsu for other seasons. But I don't think April or May are rainy seasons in Japan.

Or you can use 雨季 uki for formal situation.

Is the Japanese Playstation PSN store working in Japan yet?

Question:

I have a Japanese PSN account, and I can sign in okay, but I am unable to access the store. I am wondering if there are any Japanese people here who can tell me if they are able to access the PSN store in Japan. Thankyou in advance for your answers.

Answer:

I don't think PSN store has been restored.

I have tea set made in japan late 40's how do ifind out if valuable?

Question:

Answer:

If probably is very valuable. And even more so if the set is complete, in mint condition, and have some rare designs or decorations.

What you want is to have it appraised by an antique china or porcelain appraiser. Clean the set with warm mild soapy water. Do NOT use any abrasives. DO NOT try to fix any chips or cracks. Take a picture of the whole set, individual pieces and the emblem or maker's mark on them; they are typically at the bottom of the porcelain.

There are some websites that will give you an idea by the emblem or maker's make. For example, http://www.kovels.com/

But don't just go by one appraisal. Get at least 3. Good luck,

How are relations between Japan and France?

Question:

Answer:

From the point of view of Japan, both countries share respect for each others culinary, fine art and fashion. There seems no major conflicts of interest between the two and many Japanese are visiting France for sightseeing. Right now, France is helping us in the nuclear plant accident at Fukushima.

Is it possible to visit the Oita Prefecture and Tokyo in the same trip?

Question:

I'm trying to plan a trip to Japan for my family. I have always wanted to go. I would really like to see Harmony World in Oita but also really want to go shopping in Tokyo. They seem to be quite far in distance. Is there a train that runs between the two cities? I know I am going to have to do a lot more research and possible hire a travel agent. I was just curious if it was possible to do it all in one trip?

Answer:

I'm not sure how long your trip will be, but supposing more than 7-days, it would be possible.
And I think you mean "Beppu World Harmony Run" If so,

1. Purchase "JR Pass" in your country http://www.japanrailpass.net/eng/en003.h…
*Note: You must purchase an Exchange Order from an authorized sales office or agent before you come to Japan.
2. Shin-Yokohama <-- (Shinkan-sen/ Nozomi) --> Kokura <-- (Sonic) --> Beppu (Ooita-ken)

Have a nice trip,

What is a good gift to give to my Japanese pen pal?

Question:

I live in the United States and I wanted to give a unique and thoughtful gift to my Japanese pen pal. Something that they maybe don't have in Japan?

Answer:

If your friend has never been to the US, pick something that represents where you are from, and something they've never seen or tried before. Some small picture books or calendars, posters, ashtrays, chocolates, fragrant bath salts, t-shirts, sauces or salad dressings like Ranch, pure maple or berry syrups, colognes, jams, baseball caps, coasters, nice soap or shampoos, lotions, cosmetics, air fresheners, large containers of nuts, flavored coffees, tea, keychains, postcards, music, TV etc. would be great.

Tandem riding in Japan?

Question:

In many manga's and drama's I see that tandem riding is prohibited in Japan/Tokyo.
Is this true?

Answer:

Yes.
Generally, tandem riding of bicycle is banned by laws in Japan.
It says that only driver can ride on 2 wheels vehicle.

But there are some exceptions. ex. An adult and one small child with child seat is allowed.
And you have to be careful with other prohibitions.

Common Japanese apartment?!?

Question:

Question!! ^^

Hi there in my book is a woman around the mid thirties living in an apartment in Tokyo.
Now I already know that the apartments are really small in Japan and that they have a wooden floor or a floor with a kind of mats.. (dunno what they're called) . But that's actually all I know.
Now I want to ask you to give me more info. About the size and about the furniture that you normally can find in a Japanese apartment (like: dishwasher, a washer, dryer but also the normal stuff like chairs and a table)
I also would like to know how most people arrange their furniture with so less space..
Ah and what kind of rooms you have. Do you only have a bedroom, bathroom and a livingroom with kitchen? Or is the kitchen seperated of the livingroom? And do you have a diningroom? (don't think so but still asking..)

Ah one thing ^^ you're welcome to add links with photo's and stuff.

Thanks!

PS: I'm talking about an apartment from a local person with not so much money.

Answer:

Well, if you can read Japanese, look at the apartment information.
ex. http://rent.realestate.yahoo.co.jp/bin/r…

More stylish ones:
http://www.daiwamonthly.jp/takadanobaba/
http://www.daiwamonthly.jp/takadanobaba/…
http://www.daiwamonthly.jp/takadanobaba/…

There are a lot of shops advising some cordinations:
http://www.1hitorigurashi.com/coordinate…
http://aflat.jp/topic/in-the-room/one-ro…

But this one is more real:
http://rent.homes.co.jp/heyapeta/list/ta…

Can someone translate this into English (Need Japanese speaker)?

Question:

https://www.jvcmusic.co.jp/audition/vma/online/form.cgi

There are certain parts I don't understand like the URL's. What are they for?
And the one about using 500 words. What is it asking me to type?
Please I would appreciate this. And no google translate.

Answer:

Here's a translation, although it may not be perfect.

* The red button near the top leads to a page that gives the rules for those who are auditioning. The rules basically say:
- Only those who don't belong to a record company, a music publisher, or a production company can audition.
- Minors need permission from their parents or guardians.
- We won't accept calls asking if you've made it or people who come to our company to show us their music. We'll only contact those who have passed the judges' screening.
- Our company will never charge you for auditioning or any expenses incurred for your training after you've passed.
- We will never give your private information to third parties
- If you mail us an audition CD, etc., we cannot send it back.



OK, now here's a translation of the application form:


Artist's name (or band name, stage name, etc.)

Representative's name (Please give the full name)

Applicant's age

E-mail address *No cell phone e-mail addresses allowed.

Current address (Prefecture name only)

Website URL

URL where your work has been uploaded (Translator's note: If you haven't already, make a video of yourself singing, upload it on Youtube, copy the link, and past it in this blank.)

Notes (such as live performance information, etc.) *Can only be up to 500 characters long

Please select the thing you'd like to try to do first. (You can select more than one)
- I want to release a CD!
- I want to perform in the U-NAGI live event!
- I want to be distributed in rookiestar!
- I want to model and be a TV personality while singing!
- I want to make jackets, fliers, a website, etc.
- I want to work as a composer or arranger!
- I want to make a music video!
- Other

Please tell us your three favorite musicians, bands, or artists.

Please give us the URL of the site you visit the most.

How to say this in japanese?

Question:

" Hello , everyone. Welcome to my page .I hope you're all having fun . Goodbye ,"

In japanese script not romanji.

Answer:

Normal:
みなさん、こんにちは。私のページへようこそ。楽しんでいってください。それでは…

Nationalities eligible for more then 3 months (visa)?

Question:

Hi i live in America but my nationality Puerto Rican so if i where to sign an application for a visa to Japan would say i was American or Puerto Rican? And if so, ether way could i extend my months in japan to 6 months at Tokyo Immigration Bureau Nagoya or would it matter on my nationality?

Answer:

You're likely only going to be able to stay only up to 90 days your first visit. And up to 180 days in a 12 month period. It can't be 180 days in a row. You have to leave the country.
What does your passport say ? That's what you are !
The site below will tell you about visas. That way you will get facts and not someones opinion. This
is a site run by the Japanese government.
EDIT : You can only stay 90 days on your first visit. You might be able to fly to Seoul for a few days and try for another 90. But people are often denied entry the second time if it's too quick. You can't extend the time.
Japanese police have no sense of humor when it comes to gaijin. If you're arrested, and deported, you can't go back for at least five years.

Could someone translate this sentence from Japanese to English please?

Question:

If anyone could translate this sentence for me then I would be very grateful:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/3677059/photo.JP…
Cheers! :)

Answer:

This service is unavailable for your country/region.

The content you're trying to access or view is probably region protected.

Moving to Japan...a good idea?

Question:

I've wanted to live in Japan since I was 12, I'm almost 16 now and I still want to move there. I am learning Japanese right now actually on Rosetta Stone learning it right now. Anyways if I did move to Japan I was thinking to be an english teacher because I heard that it pays a lot of money. I have done a lot of research over a few years and though everything I read I still want to move there once I'm 19-20. I am planning on going to collage just for basic classes before I move there.

So would it be a good idea? Has there been a lot of americans move there and actually be successful?

Answer:

You need a BA / BS degree to qualify for a work visa. Plus a job offer before you get there. There is a lot of competition, so it's not as easy as it once was to get a job teaching English.
The job averages about 250,000 yen a month, and it's been there for years. Some schools pay more, some less. The more skills you have,the better chance you have a being hired.
Knowing Japanese won't help you get hired, as most schools don't want to have Japanese spoken in the classroom.
Many people are successful. And many get burned out after only a year or two and quit. They get homesick, or saying " this is a pen " a million times. I know three people in Japan who teach English.
An American man who is sick of it, and two Japanese women who just see it as a job.

Translate this(Japanese)?

Question:

Tonari no uchi no inu ga urusain desu.Tonari no hito ni chokusetsu itta hou ga ii desu yo.

And what does "Yo" stands for/represent at the end of the sentence?

Answer:

隣の家の犬がうるさいんです。　
My(Our) neighbour's dog is left barking and it's just annoying.
隣の人に直接行った方がいいですよ。
You should tell them directly.

ですよ、ますよ、～しなさいよ etc. these "yo" are all ending form in colloquial. (to make it milder than "desu" "masu")

What do I call my Japanese teacher?

Question:

When she sends me e-mails, she calls me 'Julia-chan' should I be calling her chan or san?

Answer:

You call her ' sensei ". Or by her last name and then san.

Are there any American Based Travel Agencies that specialize in Asian Travel?

Question:

I want to go to Tokyo, and I have been told that travel agencies get the best deals on flights. Do you know of any travel agencies that specialize in travel to Asia (Tokyo in particular).. I only need the flight, I already have the hotel lined up.. Thanks to everyone for your help!!

Answer:

There are several Japanese travel agencies that have offices in the U.S. Those are usually the cheapest. JTB, listed above, is one. Here are the others that are well known.

IACE http://ebooking.iace-usa.com/Default.asp…
SANKEI http://www.sankeitravel.com/company_info…
HIS http://his-usa.com/en/top/Top.aspx

Can someone translate this Japanese sentence?

Question:

嬉しいんだけどここは日本海専用なんだ 違うトピにお願いします

It was left as a comment on one of my vacation photos...

Answer:

you mean you posted some photos at someone's web, or something?

"Thank you, but as this page is for "Sea of Japan" only, you might want to post somewhere else."

How much does smokeless tobacco (copenhagen, skoal, grizzly) cost in Japan?

Question:

I am wondering about the average cost of chewing tobacco per can in Japan. Do people in Japan even chew tobacco?

Answer:

Never seen it here. I used it for about 4 years. Always got it shipped from the U.S. in the $14 flat-rate mailers that would hold about 10 tins each. For a while I ordered it online and had it sent to my sister's house, who would then pack it into the mailers. (I think this was because I got ripped off on international shipping if shipped it direct.) Now I think shipping smokeless tobacco over the internet is illegal. So my sister had to go out and buy it.

Then I switched to herbal smokeless and weaned myself off the stuff entirely. I still have about 10 tins of the herbal stuff. Might be outdated but it's yours for the cost of shipping.

What Kind of work can i do in Japan?

Question:

I am German, speak fluent english and read and speak intermediate japanese. I am in Japan on working holiday Visa. As i am only 19 i do not have any degree yet.
What kind of work would you suggest me to aim for? Thanks for your answer
Robin

Answer:

You need to have a skill a Japanese doesn't have. After your working holiday visa runs out, you will need the four year degree to get a work visa.
The only jobs we can get are those that a Japanese can't or won't do. Most schools want a native English teacher to teach English. Not going to be easy.

Tokyo Fashion Universities?

Question:

Public and private universities in tokyo which specialise in fashion?

Answer:

Try Google. Here's one for a start.....

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sugino_Fash…

At some point in time you are going to have to learn to do some things like this for yourself. Kinda' like not waiting until the night before a physics test to study. (Read your questions before deciding how much effort to put into my answer.) I used to teach physics. Students that incorporated strategies such as yours invariably failed.

Fan letter to Amuse artists?

Question:

Okay so I want to know the address for fan letters for Amuse artists especially Weaver and Flumpool. Does anyone know? Please! Thank you! I'm doing this as a favor for my friend :)

Answer:

Amuse says:
Send fan letters and presents to this address:
(Your favorite)
Cheering House / Amuse
150-8484 JAPAN

Or you can access for their English page.
http://ir.amuse.co.jp/english/ -> "Contact"

I'm new to Japan, can someone translate my remote control for the AC...i have links for the pictures below:?

Question:

http://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/149133345#enlargeimg

http://wwwl7.mitsubishielectric.co.jp/wink/RAC_IB/sg79f480h01.pdf (scroll to page 6)

any help would be greatly appreciated....

Answer:

Only some words
運転/停止 : power on/off
運転切替:mode change
温度 temperature
風量 air volume
風向 direction of the air
設定温度 set temperature
Be careful. In Japan, usually we use ℃, not℉
タイマー timer
切 off
入 on
取消 cancel

Going 2 Tokyo from July1st for 10 nights, what's on around this time? And what is a must see?

Question:

Hi I am arriveing in Tokyo on the 1st of July stayin for 10 nights and am really lookin forward 2 it and don't want 2 miss anything good, so if anyone knows anything that is going on around this time, or anything I wouldn't want 2 miss out on please get in touch with me. Any advice or help is much apreciated

Answer:

Take a good digital camera and if you can a camcorder with you. There is so much to see, but a few places to see are
Harajuku/Meiji Shrine on a Sunday to see the bizarre fashions
Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa - one of the famous temples every tourist goes to see
Odaiba at night for a real trip - try the ferris wheel and don't miss the Statue of Liberty and Venus Fort
See Love Hotel Hill in Dogenzaka at night for something uniquely Japanese
Tsukiji Fish Market at the crack of dawn.
Akihabara for the electronics.
Shinjuku and Shibuya at night for the endless lights and neon.
Ginza for the overpriced shopping.
Yasukuni for a real experience of NIhonjinron.
Tokyo Metropolitan Gov't Building in Shinjuku (better view from the top than the Tokyo Tower, and
all free!)
Roppongi for the ex-pat environment

Better still, get out of Tokyo when you can and take some day trips to Kamakura, Nikko, Hakone, and the Fuji 5 Lakes.
And to save money you can get a Tokyo subway day pass for all lines for about 1000 yen.
See www.jnto.go.jp for other info.

What is the cheapest place to meet between America and Japan?

Question:

My girlfriend and I want to meet somewhere over Christmas

Hawaii is more expensive than parts of Europe from Japan.

Answer:

What about Fiji? it is in between and 'cheap as chips' or Samoa - nice beaches in all these places

How can I move to Japan?

Question:

I "dig" japan. Love people, culture, SONY etc and want to move to Japan at least temporarily to figure out if I want to move there perm-ly. The problem is I don't know how. I'm 33, with MBA. Speak Enlish, Russian, Georgian and few other languages.

Answer:

Well, you have a degree so you are set on that front. There are two ways to go about moving here, both of them involve getting a job. (I assume you are not independently wealthy.)

1- You have to find a company to offer you a job and sponsor you for a work visa. Basically you need to be able to do something that a Japanese person can't do. 'Digging' Japan and liking Sony isn't enough. The language thing could help, but you didn't list Japanese. Could be a major hurdle there.

2- You come on a tourist visa and look for a job while you are here. You aren't supposed to do that, but it is done. At the school where I used to work, I hired a handful of teachers who were in Japan on a tourist visa and got them sponsored. So it can be done.

Keep in mind that the Japanese economy is not great right now and you'll have competition from Japanese applicants on almost all jobs.

EDIT: Common 'sence'. Good one. Better to keep your mouth shut and be thought a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.

How do you say "to break-up (a romantic relationship)" in Japanese?

Question:

What is the word for this? Also, "to have feelings for someone (romantically)" and "to go on a date." Thanks!

Answer:

It's not time for me to get serious:
mada maji-ni naritakunai.
まだまじになりたくない。


I'm not good for you:
Atashi-wa anata ni fusawashikunai wa. (girl < boy)
Boku wa kimi ni fusawashikunai yo (boy < girl)


Forget about me:
Atashi no koto wasurete (girl < boy)
Boku no koto wasurete (boy < girl)


It's over:
Mo owari dane
Mo owari da


I can't see you anymore:
Mo aenai
Mo aenai yo


I don't love you anymore:
Mo suki janai.


I have another girlfriend/boyfriend:
Hoka ni kareshi ga dekita no.
Hoka ni kanojo ga dekita.


I'm not interested in you anymore:
Mo anata ni kyomi ga nai no
Mo kimi ni kyomi ga nain da.


I DON'T REALLY LOVE YOU ANYMORE SO I'M GOING TO CHANGE MY PHONE NUMBER:
Mo suki janai kara denwa bango kaeru.


I hope you liked the last one (:

Is it true that prepaid phones are sold in combini's in Japan? Also, help on getting a prepaid phone?

Question:

Hey there,
I am an exchange student currently living in Sagamihara/Zama, Kanagawa, Japan. I've burned a hole in the web researching this but no one seems to have the exact answers that I want.

So yes, I do have a "Alien Resgistration" card, yes I will be here for more than 90 days. 7 more months infact. Although I am under 20, I am 18, my host parents are there to do all the signing for me. Should be easy right, just ask them. No such luck, they're old and know less about it than I do.
So my following question is. Where exactly can I buy a prepaid phone? Yeah, I know the softbank shops in Shinjuku and Riponngi etc. But I've heard you can buy them from electronic stores and funnily enough I heard the combini 'Lawson' and several sells them. I just wanna know if this is true? I have never seen them there, and I don't feel like dragging the old people all the way to Tokyo just to find out that the phones are outta stock. Also, the web is very elusive on giving me an estimate for the price of the phone. Yeah I know it's 3000yen for the credit to put on the phone but how much would the minimalistic clamshell Softbank 740sc cost? Any one who has recently bought one could they please explain where, how much they got the phone for.

Any speedy answers would be greatly appreciated as I really wanna get this sorted by this weekend.
Thanks if advance.

Answer:

Hi,
Most of cell phone carriers in Japan have already terminated their prepaid mobile phone services, because of their frequent use in crimes. Now au and SoftBank Mobile are the only carriers that still offer the service.
It's true that SoftBank used to sell their prepaid mobile phones (yes, the phones themselves, not the prepaid cards) in convenience stores, but they don't do that anymore.

Here are their official websites in English, where you can find where to buy such phones and where to ask questions.

SoftBank:
http://mb.softbank.jp/en/prepaid_service…
http://mb.softbank.jp/en/customer_suppor…

au:
http://www.au.kddi.com/english/seihin/pr…
http://www.au.kddi.com/english/customer/…

Hope that helps and you'll enjoy Japan! :)

Does this Japanese sentance make sense?

Question:

学校で実行中長距離とバスケットボールをします。

Also, I am really stuck because I have to write a letter to my exchange student from Japan. In the letter I want to say the following sentences, but my Japanese isn't that strong yet:

1. I love learning the Japanese language, and culture. This will be my first time visiting Japan, so I am really excited to attend school and live with a Japanese family.
2. I like long distance running, and playing basketball.

If you could translate it into polite form, that would be very helpful

If a native Japanese speaker could help, it would be extremely appreciated. Thank you in advance

Answer:

学校で実行中長距離とバスケットボールをします。
in school,=在学中, long distance running=長距離走,therefore
在学中、長距離走とバスケットボールをします。

1. I love learning the Japanese language, and culture.
私は日本語と日本の文化が大好きです。

This will be my first time visiting Japan
今回始めて日本を訪問します

so I am really excited to attend school and live with a Japanese family.
だから、私は学校に行くことと、日本の家族と暮らすことを
大変楽しみにしています。

2. I like long distance running, and playing basketball.
私は長距離走とバスケットボールが大好きです。

Where are all the good Japanese Taiko?

Question:

I look on amazon, There are about 3 choices. 1 has a review with Horrible Camera work, the other has a review of unprofessional camera work. the 3rd is Taikoproject, Which doesn't seem to be what i am looking for. I just want like 20 Japs, Drumming Traditional music for 2 hours or something. i posted the address to a Video, Anyone know where i could get a DVD with this stuff? I would be For ever Grateful,

(If your a Taiko Fan, you should check this out anyway) "Zoku"

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x23ekp_taiko_music

Answer:

Kodo is rather famous. But be advised, Japs isn't really a good way of addressing Japanese people. Are you a cracker?

What do you like more; Chinese or Japanese culture?

Question:

Answer:

I like both for different reasons. I like China for its history, traditional music, food, language and martial arts (also China's landscapes are amazing) however I've been more into Japanese culture maybe because it's more accessible (Japanese embassies do loads of Japanese culture promoting events all over the world and China as a communist country is a bit more introvert). I think Japan is unique because they are the 2nd largest economy of the world and yet it is the only Asian country which was able to balance traditional side and "modern" side. Japan is the most modern and yet traditional. Many might find it a perfect package. They can travel to an Asian country and discover exotic culture without worrying about their safety (compare India, UAE or Thailand for example). Also they have the most unique heritage. Geishas, for example, look scary for me because of the dead white face but they wear the most beautiful kimonos and that makes them more mysterious. I like dark traditional Japanese interiors that are all wooden and clay utensils. However I know that China has an amazing ancient culture reaching back thousands of years and I am afraid that if I start taking interest in it, my all life will not be enough to cover it all.

Tell me interesting things i could do in Tokyo?

Question:

I'll be in Tokyo soon and I would like to know some cool interesting and fun things to do ... and if it's free it's even better (I've got a low budget)

thank you all for your response

Answer:

I definitely recommend you visit the districts of Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza and Akihabara. Also visit the Meiji Shrine and Tsukiji Fish market, take a ride on the unimaginably busy Tokyo subway, and eat at any little ramen store you can find, they are great. A day trip to Mount Fuji is also worth it. Also, shopping on Takeshita dori is a must. Don't forget to pose with Harajuku girls in Yoyogi park and watch any sumo wrestling match you have time to see.

What are the fundamental parts of Japanese culture?

Question:

Can you explain?

Answer:

wow okay, i don't know about half of these other answer, ill try my best. I'm not Japanese, but i think i have a fairly good understanding. I been learning about Japanese Culture as a hobby for almost a Decade, and i spent a week in Tokyo.

First of all, People think Japanese Are A lot about Sex. Sex is A lot of Fun, No Matter who you are. One of the best things for a lot of people. Also, Japanese Culture is much more excepting of it. Japanese Religious Views (which is often Shinto or Buddhist) have a Lot to do with it. For Example In America, We have Religion Creating a perspective That Sex and Technology are frowned upon or "taboo" Japan Doesn't have this Restriction so much, Just Many others. Take Christianity out of the Western World, Sex and Technology would be just as predominate in our culture.

Japanese Culture is Very Disciplined, Organized, Strict. Sex is Very Spontaneous and fun. It's one of the ways Japanese Balance out their lives. How ever, this is slowly changing They are Getting Independence and Freedom from Government and Each other.

It's often said Japan Has always Respected America and Americans, for Being Successful, Creative and innovative. Ever Since Americans Came to Japans Shores in Steam Boats they have been Fascinated. Then in a Culture, Where you are sorta of expected to sit up straight with out noise, You always bow, and do what your told. Japan Prides itself on Unity, Honor. WE are Japanese, Nothing more, Nothing less. The blood of Japan. Then there is the Rest of the World. So Japan And America have Very Strong Ties Because we are Sort of Opposites. Americans are Known to be loud and obnoxious at times We Focus on Individuality. As i said, This is slowly Changing and they are working to create balance. I think they use American Culture to try and do this. Japan Has one of the Highest Suicide Rates, and Very high Work related Stresses compared to the rest of the world. It's a Major problem. Especially for people living in Tokyo, The Largest Mega Region in the World with about 30 mil people. YOU try to Be yourself, When you have 30 Million People expecting you to be just like them.

Japanese Pride themselves on Being Japanese. Tradition is Very Important to them, They have a Very Hard Time Balancing The past and the present, Discipline and freedom. How do you Build a Modern city, with out Destroying Forests and Temples. How do you create Individuality While Retaining unity.

I won't go further, this is sort of a lot. i could really go on for hours about my personal perspectives, along with my friends, things i have read (8 years worth and a week in Tokyo) I Really think there is no place like Japan, Its one of the Most Amazing and unique places on earth. Japanese Culture May Resemble another, They May Barrow for a short time, Look just a little bit harder and you will find they Adapted it and made it Japanese Anyway (trains -> Bullet trains) they are good at it.

Am i allowed to visit japan for just 1 week without a visa just passport?

Question:

i would like to visit japan sometime around. i've heard many things from it and i really want to pursue my plan this coming december.

Answer:

If you are an American all you need is a passport, a round trip ticket, and enough money to support your stay. That's it. You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.