Do Japanese people like Koreans?

Question:

What about Korean Culture?

Answer:

Some of them like it. Some others hate it. It depends on each person.

My Filipina wife has a perminate Japanese Visa, I want to take her on vacation to the U.S. what do I need?

Question:

I am a U.S. Citizen and she has a PI Passport but she also has multiple rentry stamps in her PI Passport just need to know what documents I will need to do this.

Answer:

As a U.S citizen you just need your passport and a return ticket. She is already sorted

How to explain something in japanese?

Question:

I'm trying to book and pay for a capsule hotel in osaka in advance, so far i've managed to let the capsule hotel know that i want to pay for my stay in advance, a managed to get this far

" 私は事前にこの部屋の支払いしてくださいすることができます

私はクレジットカードを使用してください "

they responded with:

"Thank you for your inquiry.
Why do you prepay it?
Please teach us the reason.


Capsule Hotel "

How would i say in japanese that i'd essentially like to pay for the accommodation in advance so i won't have to worry about it upon check in its really just a matter of preference..

any help would be greatly appreciated.

Answer:

チェックインするときにお金の心配をする必要がないからです。
これは単に好みの問題ですが，私はどうしても先払いがいいのです。お願いします。

What's a good website to look for cheap airplane tickets to Japan?

Question:

I plan on traveling to Japan next year in July. I live in California, not really sure if this makes a difference but I'm just giving a bit more details about it. Thanks for the answer.

Answer:

From my experience there are no best sites. All comparison sites use the same engine so the best thing to do is keep shopping and looking around

Are there any ways to get into Japan for culinary arts?

Question:

I'm attending the Art institute of Pittsburgh for culinary arts but I'm only going for my associates but its my last year already and I'm thinking about changing to my bachelors. I really love the program here and the chefs, the culinary program here is amazing. But my dream for a very long time now is to go to Japan and study their cuisine. I find it hard to believe that my school doesn't have a study abroad program for culinary arts in Japan yet they have one for every other country, it doesn't make sense to me. I found this one program called the "Jet Programme" but that's for teaching English in Japan. Also in their FAQs it says they advise people with student loans to not do this program. Which kinda opts me out considering the fact that going for my bachelors at this school will cost me about $100,000!! The money really scares me and even though this is what I really want, the fact that I can't find any study abroad programs for culinary arts in Japan is worrying me.

I don't want to have to pay even more money just to get into Japan =\. Also the fact that graduating with a bachelors degree and having $100,000 in debt while still doing the Jet Programme means I'll have to add on about another $45,000 maybe even 50-60,000 to attend another college in Japan. I guess I'm just really scared because of all this money that I'll have to pay back, but I mean that's a lot of money! lol. Also there's lots of bad rumors going around about my college, they were already sued for 11 billion dollars because they are stealing money from students and lying to them about their future and major. It worries me that I might get screwed over by my school, and something bad will happen. My chefs are highly encouraging me to go forward with this dream of mine, they tell me all the time when i talk about it, that they can see it in my eyes... lol. It is something that I want really bad, but are there any other ways to get into Japan for culinary arts? Is it really worth it for all this money? I understand that if I do go through with this I could get an amazing job from all of it, but what happens if it doesn't work out? I don't want to make a stupid decision and ruin my life, and I can't talk to any advisers here at my college about it, they'll just lie to me so they can take more money from me (they're all very rude anyways!). Any advice would be very helpful!

Answer:

If money is your main concern, Japan is probably the worst of all your possible choices of studying abroad. Getting there and living there is very expensive. And, considering the language barriers, your lack of experience and other factors, most likely not worth it.

You should first pay your debt and become and professional chef in your country, and save a lot of money, then you'll be on a better position to follow your dream.

On a scale of 1 to 10, how likely are you to visit Japan in 2012?

Question:

My dad was very fortunate to go to Japan this spring, in spite of the tsunami and the earthquake up north, and me and my mom went last spring as a special birthday present. I'm sure most of us who never got a chance to visit Japan this year will very likely go sometime early next spring, so our friends and relatives can welcome us back with open arms.

If I were to ask this question myself, I'd give it at least an 8

Answer:

10

I am currently in Japan now, our 4th day here. It was accidental and unplanned. We're only supposed to have a stopover here but we just can't resist the country. So we're planning 8 days here. I updated my facebook with new photos taken here and many were jealous and would want to come here.
Next year, my boyfriend and I are planning to celebrate our 3rd anniversary here. We plan on going to Kyoto & Nara. And I'm already so excited.
About the nuclear crisis, I think it's perfectly safe here in Tokyo. There's lots of tourists coming in. The Disneyland was even so full of people. So it's really business as usual here.

How should I say, "nice to meet you"?

Question:

I know how to say "Yoroshiku onegaishimasu", but if I'm messaging someone on a facebook-type site for the first time, would that be too formal? What should I say instead?

Answer:

Yoroshiku onegaishimasu can be used broadly from formal to casual. So it's not going to be a problem.

If you want to make it more casual, just say "yoroshiku"

Where Can I Buy a Skateboard In Japan?

Question:

So I'm going to Japan in a few months and I wanna buy a board but I need to know where the closest stores are to Akitsu, Japan?
Can anyone tell me the websites or anything to the stores?

Answer:

Are you talking about Akitsu, Tokyo?

You can take Seibu line train just one station to Tokorozawa where many stores are located. So I think you can find a store for skateboards in Tokorozawa.

How to plan properly for a Christmas trip to Tokyo, Japan?

Question:

My best friend and I are really trying to go to Japan this December, we want to try to stay from Dec23-Jan2. Basically New Years and Christmas. I've done student exchange there and I have a couple solid friends to meet when I do go back. What steps do we need to take to make this a memorable trip and lots of fun? places to go? things to try?..things to eat? etc... Please any of your opinions will be greatly appreciated.

Answer:

The must see cities in Japan are Tokyo and Kyoto. Attractions in Tokyo include the Asakusa district famous for Sensoji temple and Nakamise shopping street; Meiji Shrine; The Imperial Palace; Ginza and Harajuku.

Read more about Tokyo here
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Kyoto attractions include Kiyomizudera; Kinkakuji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion); Ginkakuji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion); Nijo Castle; and Heian Shrine.

Read more about Kyoto here
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…

Other places I highly recommend include:

Nara - ancient capital and full of history and old temples
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Takayama - beautiful city known for its traditional architecture and crafts
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Hiroshima - beautiful city in Japan that reminds me of my home town of Melbourne in Australia with its green parks and trams
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Things to do in Japan

Visit an Onsen
Stay in a Ryokan (traditional inn)
Watch a Sumo Tournament
Try some real sushi
Check out the various and unusual vending machines
Try out a high tech toilet
Visit the Temples and Shrines

One thing to be aware of is the most important holiday in Japan is New Year (Oshougatsu), where much of the country shuts down from December 30 to January 3.

Travel to Japan
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

How much is the fare going malaysia from japan?

Question:

Answer:

http://www.airasia.com

dirt cheap airfares from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo (Haneda) all the time.

How do you say i love you too in japanese?

Question:

just preparing for the future *laughs Nihihihi*

Answer:

It depends on if you are male or female because we speak differently between male and female in Japanese.

I Would LOVE to Move to Japan?

Question:

Hi, I'm a 13 year old boy and I live in MI. I loved america for a while and know its...meh. I personally thank the government sucks and we have the worst people(mostly) anywhere. When I turn 18 and go to college/graduate high school, i would want to move to Japan to go to college. I know that the tests to be an engineer in Japan are grueling, but i have all 100% in school grades, i go to private school, and i build my own go cart engines. I also know how to draw Manga very well and i sell some at my school, I speak fluent Japanese, love fish and rice and all the yummy goodness:), and i know a bit of
circuitry. I also hate people who answer my questions with "LOL:D," so please don't do that. if you could give me advice on what are popular careers(and good colleges, advice,etc.), I love everything though so...

Answer:

You usually need working or student visa to live in Japan.

For working visa, you have to get a job offer from a Japanese company. But you can't look for a job in Japan without a visa. So you need it before you enter Japan.

For student visa, you have to be admitted to a Japanese college. You need to pay tuition and living cost for 4 years. It could be about $100,000.

Are there any blogs about cute and weird Japanese toys/gadgets/trends?

Question:

Like the kinds of things they sell on Strapya World? I just wanna know what's cool in Japan!

Answer:

"Trend" is really diversified in Japan now. No single blog is able to follow all trends in Japan. So you can't rely on just one blog to see Japanese trends.

I would like to buy from an online Japanese clothing store and have it shipped to the USA...?

Question:

Is that even possible?
http://store.shopping.yahoo.co.jp/speed-orange/index.html

Answer:

tenso.com/en/

This is a Japanese forwarding service. You buy the item, ship it to them, and have them ship it to you.

If you want to model in Japan what requirements must you meet?

Question:

I don't know if I worded it correctly and I'm sorry if I did not but I was wondering what requirements you must meet in order to model in japan for say a magazine? I'm a 5'4 light skinned Latin who looks Italian I don't know if this is a look they would go for but i have a good attitude very confident one plus I would be willing to learn language and customs for the job if you know any thing I would appreciate information thanks oh and answers lol

Answer:

You have to have a visa. Which means that a modeling agency would have to offer you full-time employment. Which is not going to happen unless you have really made it big where you are and even then they may not need you full time. This is Japan and the majority of the modeling is done by Japanese.

Your other option is to find other employment (college degree and job offer) and then look for modeling work in your free time. Both my daughters model but they don't make enough money to even come close to supporting themselves in that way.

What is it like in Tokyo, Japan?

Question:

and plus is it ok to be gay in japan because im scared of moving to dubai now after u can get the death penalty for being gay!
thats outrageous

also what r earthquakes like there and what is the weather like there

Answer:

First, being gay is not a problem here in Japan. Infact our tour guide 2 days ago was a transvestite and according to her, people refer to her as the "new half". Japanese don't really discriminate gay people like in the US or Middle east.

Second, oh Tokyo is magnificent. It's unique and vibrant. The train stations are very clean, Tokyo is a very clean city. It's a food, shopping and music paradise. I love how modern technology is mixed with their traditional culture. There are shrines and temples inside the city. My personal favorite place of Tokyo is the Odaiba.

Since my stay in here, I've never felt any earthquakes. And earthquakes happening in Japan right now (in north east) are mostly just remnants of the last earthquake. So it's weaker.
Weather here now is hot during the afternoon. And it rains, maybe because of the typhoon or tropical storm forming near Japan if I'm not wrong.

Yakuza in Japan - any added risk being a foreigner?

Question:

I'm going to Japan next year for a few months and can't wait!!

However I'm just wondering if being a foreigner makes me more of a target to gangs etc, over the locals?

Are there any areas of Tokyo I should stay away from while I am there. I plan on checking out the night scene there, and I don't want me or my friends to wind up being drunk in the wrong areas where foreigners may not be welcome.

This is probably just paranoia but better to be safe and all that.

We are traveling all over Japan so we will only be in Tokyo for a couple weeks. Most looking forward to Arashiyama :D Oh also if there is anywhere you'd reccommend checking out I'd welcome that too.

Thanks!

Answer:

The yakuza are much more prevalent in Japan than the mafia are in most parts of the world. As a foreigner, you could be seeing them all over, but just not realizing it. A lot of them are quite moderately involved. They're not full members. They don't necessarily go out and blackmail people, etc. However, they'll run their own little businesses with illegal immigrants, paying under the table. They could be connected to people who do worse things.

The only problem I've really seen with foreigners and the yakuza is that the foreigners often think the yakuza are cool, they kind of mystify them.

It's not cool though. I knew some people on the fringe of the yakuza. People losing their house, their life savings due to a business deal gone wrong. Violence within families, particularly against women. Threats.

Traditionally in Japan, people of Korean descent are looked down upon and have been treated as secondary citizens, even if born in Japan, 2nd or 3rd generation. There are people in Japan who have a Korean passport but who have never been to South or North Korea. Anyway, some of these people became yakuza due to all of the limitations in normal Japanese life - not being promoted regardless of how good you are, being forced to move your house or business for some silly reason or other.

On average, there's no real danger to any foreigners dealing with the yakuza in Japan, unless you bring on the problems yourself. Some people bring trouble no matter where they go. Some people bring smiles wherever they go.

There aren't really gangs per se in Japan.

Night scene? What's that? Japan doesn't do clubs really.

The only people into those kind of scenes are foreigners and the kind of people that want to meet foreigners just because they're foreigners.

Clubbing is almost non-existent to a typical Japanese. Young Japanese adults will sometimes get into socializing at pubs (izakaya), but that's a different thing. You go out with a bunch of people, eat, drink, and chat. It's the izakaya and restaurants that are busy at night, not clubs. There are a few in Tokyo, and a couple in every major city in the country, but you'll see that they're frequented by foreigners.

You're not going to run into any gang members at any of these places anyway.

It sounds like Roppongi might be what you're looking for. That's the part of Tokyo that just doesn't sleep. You could be drinking with friends until 3, get out, and there's still a bunch of people around, a bunch of places open, traffic, noise, etc. But, clubs...? You can find them, but you can just do that at home. Why go all the way to Japan to eat at McDonald's? It might be interesting to see what's different once, but there's a world of food out there that you could be trying instead.

Translation of Japanese Song? *10 Points To First Right Answer?

Question:

Can someone please translate the Japanese lyrics to the song Sakura by Nao Watanabe? I'm asking for the Japanese, not the English. Please don't just give me a translator. I need the actual lyrics. Thank you :)

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

Answer:

白く凍える冬が峠を越えて　やわらかな春風が日差しと共に
Shiroku kogoeru huyu ga touge wo koete yawarakana harukaze ga hizashi to tomoni
White freezing winter crosses a ridge with a soft spring wind and sunlight

めぐる頃　あなたはどんな姿で　この街を生きているでしょうか
Meguru koro anata wa donna sugata de kono machi wo ikite iru deshouka
When time has rolled around, wonder how you are living this town and how you look like

振り返る姿があいも変わらず　不器用な生き方でも　どうか笑っていて
Hurikaeru sugata ga aimo kawarazu bukiyou na ikikata demo douka waratte ite
Looking back at me. You have not changed a bit. Even if your life is clumsy, stay smiling

あなたの胸の内に秘めた力は　魔法にも変わるのだから
Anata no mune no uchi ni himeta chikara wa mahou nimo kawaru no dakara
Since the power hidden in your heart even changes into a magic,

たやすく押し流されてしまわないで　しっかり守り続けて
Tayasuku oshi nagasarete shimawa naide shikkari mamori tsuzukete
Do not be easily swept away, keep holding tight

振り返る姿があいも変わらず　不器用な生き方でも　どうか元気でいて
Hurikaeru sugata ga aimo kawarazu bukiyou na ikikata demo douka genki de ite
Looking back at me. You have not changed a bit. Even if your life is clumsy, stay happy

歩む足を信じて　どうか強くいて
Ayumu ashi wo shinjite douka tsuyoku ite
Believe your steps you make with your legs, and stay strong

またあなたの知らないことばかり
Mata anata no shiranai koto bakari
Again many things you don't know

喜び悲しみ　出会うたびに　どうか強くなって
Yorokobi kanashimi deau tabi ni douka tsuyoku natte
Joy and sorrow, every time you face, get strong

振り返る姿があいも変わらず　不器用な生き方でも　どうか笑って
Hurikaeru sugata ga aimo kawarazu bukiyou na ikikata demo douka waratte
Looking back at me. You have not changed a bit. Even if your life is clumsy, make a smile

吹きかけのメロディー　ポケットにつめて　
Hukikake no melody pocket ni tsumete
Melody you once sang, packing in your pocket

繰り返しながら口ずさめば　見上げる瞳に　桜
Kurikaeshi nagara kuchi zusameba miageru hitomi ni sakura
Keep singing it and look up, then you see in your eyes, a sakura

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

Can someone help me with Japanese? Just need help with 1 sentence. :)?

Question:

Ahhh.... I'm having a brain freeze...

How would I say, "yes, we can speak in Japanese if its easier. But, your English is also very good!"
I haven't studied in awhile, haha. Could someone please help me?

Answer:

はい、　日本語のほうがよければ 日本語で話しましょう。
でも、 あなたの英語は とてもじょうずですよ！

Travel to Japan from U.S.?

Question:

I'd like to travel to Japan in order to study specific martial arts, yet I'm unsure what I would need to do. I'm not sure on what kind of visa to apply for, what kind of employment is available in Japan, how much money the move would require, cost of living, etc. Pretty much, I just want to know everything I would need to do in order to do this.

Answer:

First, Quinn is wrong. Not about it not being allowed to work, but in the view of the fact that they do NOT always check for work visas. There are lots of illegals here. I worked in a company with a guy from Iran who had overstayed his visa. Everybody knew it. I knew some of his friends who were in the same boat. But you aren't supposed to work. Get caught at it and you'll be sent packing. Probably after spending some time in jail waiting to be deported.

As for costs, it depends on where you live. In the suburbs outside of Osaka I see adverts all the time for apartments in the 40,000-50,000 yen/month range. The problem is that you are not going to be here long enough on a cultural visa to sign a lease. There is the possibility of living in a gaijin house, where you have your own bedroom but share a living space with other guests. (Check out Tokyo Sakura House for an idea about these.)

It might be beneficial for you to inquire about specific schools you want to attend before worrying about costs. Like I said, the area has an impact on costs. And unless you speak the language, you might find your choices of schools to be limited.

But.....

- Check out the monthly cost of one of the gaijin houses. Times 6
- Figure on around 60,000 yen/month for food. Times 6.
- Transport depends on where you live in relation to the school. Figure 600 yen/day. Times 180.

This may not get you in the ballpark but you will at least be able to see the stadium.

What does Naru Koto or Naru Kodo mean?

Question:

What does Naru Koto or Naru Kodo mean? pls answer don't delete



otherwise: u mad

Answer:

it's naru hodo
and it means "i see/i understand"

e.g
a: i like cotton candy, not fish sticks.
b: naru hodo. (i see)

Airline companies of japan?

Question:

vision and mision

Answer:

The main ones are JAL and ANA. If you want to see the fluffy BS they put out as their mission, look on their "About" pages or corporate info page. In reality they exist to make money, like every other business in the world.
http://www.ana.co.jp/wws/us/e/wws_common…

http://www.ar.jal.com/en/aboutjal/

Iya~n, X no hou ja nakya?

Question:

Could you tell me what this means?
“iya~n, X no hou ja nakya, “Y ga suki” sicha dame dechuyo !”

And does “dechuyo” mean “desu yo”?
Why does one say “dechuyo” instead of “desu yo”?

Answer:

It's baby-talk.
“iya~n, X no hou ja nakya,": "Oh, nooo. I prefer X"

“Y ga suki” : "I like Y"

"XXXX sicha dame dechuyo !” : "You should not do XXX"
"dechuyo" is baby-talk of "dechuyo"

Can some give me a quick overview of taiko japanese drumming?

Question:

just a short paragraph

Answer:

Hit it and you will make good sound.

Punishments for not wearing correct uniform in Japan?

Question:

What are the punishments in Japan for not wearing the correct uniform and acceptable hairstyles eg. dying your hair, wearing jewellery and wearing make up.

Please help !

Answer:

It depends on each school. There is no general rule for the entire Japan.