Have u ever been to Japan?

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if u have, pls tell me ur impression and where u went.

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I've lived here for 20 years almost to the day. I've been to Hokkaido to Okinawa and many, many places in between. I've lived in Tokyo. Hate that place. Big concrete jungle.

Best thing? It's much safer than the U.S. The health care system is somewhat expensive but when you have a problem there's no difficulty getting taken care of and the out of pocket costs are very reasonable.

I'm sure there are some more positive things. I'd have to think though. Best sum it up as "It's a nice place to visit but living there isn't anything to get all excited about."

How close is Makuhari to "urban" Tokyo?

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Hello,

I'm studying abroad for a semester in Japan, and it looks like the University i'll be attending is in Makuhari. I've been playing around all day on google maps but I wanted some real experience (though it may be hard finding here). Is Makuhari technically in Tokyo? I wanted to know how far Makuhari is from places like Shibuya, Akihabara, and Harujuku (the more urban-y spots of Tokyo that you see in popular media) via public transit.

Thanks!

Also, any must-see's in the Tokyo area?

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There are mainly 2 train lines connecting Makuhari and Tokyo downtown, Sobu line and Keiyo line.

If you live in a place where you can take Sobu line first, you can take it and go to Akihabara in 40-50 minutes and 60-70 minutes to Shibuya and Harajuku.

It will take 20 minutes or so more if you have to take Keiyo line.

About Visas for other countries, if you we're to travel to Japan for a year for school..?

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And then return to the United States, would you have to stay in the US for a year before you can travel to Japan again?

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I don't think you have to stay in US as long as 1 year. But it's better to ask Japanese Embassy or Consulate for certainty.

Would I have to move to Japan to work for Nintendo?

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Say, I was offered a job as a video game producer at Nintendo EAD, would I have to move to Japan?

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If you were offered a job at EAD, then yes you will have to work in Japan. EAD's offices and studios are only found here in Japan. But if you live in US, there'll also be chance you'll be assigned in the US headquarters instead.

Where can I find a cheap traditional japanese bow?

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I need to know where I can find a cheap traditional Japanese bow. Its for a costume that's why I want it to not cost so much. It needs to be the kind from the samurai period. The feudal era, edo, henden (spelling), etc. Please help!

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I'm afraid if this information fits your need but anyway this is the only one site in English I could have found off-hand.
My suggestion is why you make it with handy wood and strings.

Can you purchase firearms in japan?

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I am going soon and wish to purchase one if you can.

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Remember guns don't kill people but stupid people do. Just an advice

How come cars in Japan are right-drive?

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Japan follows the British system of "cars drive on the left side of the road".



"in the 1850's Gunboat diplomacy forced the Japanese to open their ports to the British and Sir Rutherford Alcock, who was Queen Victoria's man in the Japanese court, persuaded them to adopt the keep left rule."



So just as in the US where you drive on the right, and the driver's seat is on the left for maximum visibility when making a left turn, most cars in Japan have the wheel on the right. Funny thing is, many foreign made cars in Japan (US, German, etc) keep the wheel on the left for a "status symbol" of hey, i'm so cool. I drive a foreign car. But of course, now prestige is accorded to Lexus & Acura cars as well....

How can i become japanese?!?

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first off, im white. born and raised in america. BUT IM OBSESSED IN JAPANESE CULTURE! I've seen pretty much every anime tv show that exists, i speak fluent japanese, i play japanese video games, i listen to japanese music, i eat japanese food for every meal, and yet i feel so distant from really being japanese. if theres no way to be any more japanese, i guess i'll just hang myself. and be done with it.

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If you are not fail trolling,( which I have a strong feeling that you are) then let me weave this tale of truth.
How can i become japanese?!?
Let's get one thing straight. You will NEVER be Japanese. Do you really think someone on Yahoo Answers can cast some magic spell on you that can make you Japanese? If so, please visit your nearest psychiatrist.
I've seen pretty much every anime tv show that exists, i speak fluent japanese, i play japanese video games, i listen to japanese music, i eat japanese food for every meal.
Ha! You're amusing you know. You're one of the many people that confuse Japan for "Animeland". And I'm sorry bud, but I find it extremely difficult to believe you speak fluent Japanese. Everyone person I've encountered that has this weird obsession with Japan has said that. It turns out the only words they knew were "kawaii" and "sugoi". And of course "sayonara" and "konnichiwa". Playing Japanese video games makes you Japanese?! Oh my goodness! Then I guess just about everyone's Japanese considering the fact that almost every popular video game is made in Japan. Listening to Japanese music also makes you Japanese? Then I guess that means that I'm German since I like Beethoven. You eat Japanese food for every meal huh? Does that consist of Pocky, cheap ramen noodles, and the sushi from the Japanese restaurant down the street? Again you will never be Japanese, so stop doing these annoying stereotypical things in order to be a faux Japanese person as it is a great insult to real Japanese culture. There is nothing wrong with liking any culture, but don't go overboard.

How could I mess with my name 'Polly' so Japanese can say it?

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i heard that people change it slightly such as William becomes Bill. I can't think of how I can or will it be ok for them to say? Any help would be appreciated thanks x

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Japan changes the pronunciation of foreign words according to how it can be written in Katakana. There is also no L sound, only the R. If you want your name to be the same, but with a Japanese pronunciation then; Pori (ポリー). The pronunciation is; Po-riiii (elongate the last part a bit).

Good places to move to in japan?

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Alright well I want to move to Japan but first I need to pick a places I want it to be quaint but I would like to have access to a bigger city and possibly beach access I don't want to go somewhere that has a cold climate

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You just can't move to Japan. You have to have a job there first. That job will decide where you'll be moving.

Job for 16 year old in sapporo no japanese skills?

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I really need a job but the city doesn't have a lot of options for 16 year olds like in the States :/ I can speak a little bit of japanese and read fairly well but writing is hard for me. Any ideas? I really need a job :( no bs answers please

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Like has already been said it will be very difficult with your non existent Japanese lingo. Your best bet might be to find a foreign based shop so for example an Irish pub, a shop selling western goods.

Japan tokyo how radioactive and cancerous is it?

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is everyone going to die their i dunno whats gunna happen i would like a lil insight plz and rhank you

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I think you watched too much disaster movies. Everything is fine from my local sources.