Friday, October 7, 2011

What are some really sad Asian dramas?

Question:

Ive already watched Koizora & 1 Liter Of Tears.

Thanks guuuuys (: .

Answer:

I really like "Kita no Kuni Kara". It's not sad per se, like a depressing series, but almost every episode has something that will make your eyes well up uncontrollably.

Starting a nuka doko for the first time..(Japanese pickles)?

Question:

I've been wanting to have my own nuka doko for a while now and so I've purchased some iri nuka from my local grocer. After carefully reading the back of the packages (I can speak some Japanese), there wasn't any mention on how to season the nuka for the first time. I've read slices of ginger and (of course) kombu and garlic but how long do I keep them in the bed? Do I keep them in for the suggested 4-5 days or should I insert new flavoring agents daily? Also, I can't find a traditional toko for my nukadoko, so would I be able to use tupperware? I know that completely sealing the bed is a no-no, so I would leave the lid *very* lose. Thank you :)

Answer:

Hope this site will help you.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nukazuke

What train ticket to buy to see Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Fuji-Q Park, Kyoto and Osaka (and back to Tokyo)?

Question:

Hi all,
I'm going to Japan for a 10 day trip and would like tips on train/transportation tickets to visit the places above.

Thanks!

Answer:

You should get a 7 day Japan Rail Pass. The Japan Rail Pass, allows unlimited travel on almost all JR trains, including the shinkansen (excluding the Nozomi superexpress). This pass can only be purchased outside of Japan.

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

Is hello project's photobook a limited edition in Japan?

Question:

i will go in japan on December . so i planned to buy some photo books there.

Answer:

u may go to book store and find and ramdomly choose and buy em
and you will be satisfy. dont need to ask.
just go.

or amazon.co.jp search some in japanese words lyk Berryz工房

Can someone translate this Japanese lyrics to English for me 10 pt?

Question:

aa... Sore wa sukeru you ni hora... suri nukete kieru
aa... marude yume mitai ni hanarete mo, nando
demo mata... deaun da

............ iro o nakushita sekai de.

fureru koto mo naku, tada mitoreteitara raku ka
naa?
kotoba ga nakya, kizutsukeru koto mo nakatta
darou
daki awanakya, kono tsumetasa nado
shiranakattarou...

... at the colorless earth from dawn until dark

aa... sora mo, boku no naka mo...
nani mo nai zouni misete, me no mae o zenbu
ooun da
itsumo, itsumo masshiro ni

"jikan ga tomatta mitai" to, kurokami no kimi ga
waratta
migi kata o yosete

yurameite... yurameite... kasanereba, konya
sono taion mo koe mo, nakushita mama de ii
kara
samenaide... samenaide... kono mama de,
byakuya a me o aketara wasureru hazu na no ni

sore wa boku ga yoku shiru, adokenai shigusa
de
kitto ichiban suki na kimi datta

... at the colorless earth from dawn until dark.

aa... umi mo, kimi no naka mo
nami wa nai you ni misete, kidzukeba oborete
shimaun da
itsumo, itsumo fukaku made

ikitsugi mo wasuresou na, sametai KISU goto
nomikonda
karappo no koe "......."

yurameite... yurameite... kasanereba, konya
sono taion mo koe mo, nakushita mama de ii
kara, wa...
samenaide... samenaide... kono mama de,
byakuya a me o aketara wasureru hazu na no ni,
aa... wasureru hazu na no ni, aa...

yurameite, yurameite, yurameite, yurameite,
yurameite
samenaide, samenaide, samenaide, samenaide
kono mama de, byakuya

Answer:

here it goes lyk this..

It was many and many a year ago,
in the kingdom by the sea,
Lived maiden whom you may know
by the name of Annabel Lee.

And this maiden she lived
without no other thought than to love and be loved by me.
She was a child and I was a child,
in this kingdom by the sea..

Does anyone know the name of this Japanese actress?

Question:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/68393096@N0…

Answer:

浜崎りお hamasaki rio is her name.
http://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%B5%9C%E…

Where can i get a real, authentic, japanese sword that would cut someone in half with ease?...?

Question:

and dont just google "real swords" or something, i want REALLY REAL ONES, not crap pieces of junk even if theyre sharpened.

Answer:

You might find one at a museum in Japan.

You can't buy a gun in Japan, so obviously you can't buy a sword that can cut someone in half.

Raid a museum. I dare you.

Where can i get a real, authentic, japanese sword that would cut someone in half with ease?...?

Question:

and dont just google "real swords" or something, i want REALLY REAL ONES, not crap pieces of junk even if theyre sharpened.

Answer:

You might find one at a museum in Japan.

You can't buy a gun in Japan, so obviously you can't buy a sword that can cut someone in half.

Raid a museum. I dare you.

Is this true about Japan?

Question:

Is it true that in Japan, they have screwed up looking cows and dancing Russian snowmen?

Answer:

Yes! And don't forget the giant Fighting robots!

What is the name of this Japanese song?

Question:

The song in the background in this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js5JIGYc7…

Could anyone who knows kindly tell me its title?
Thanks in advance.

Answer:

自動車ショー歌　by　小林　旭

Jidousha show ka by Akira Kobayashi

jidousha = car
show = show
ka = song

Find the probability that a chip is defective and made in Japan.?

Question:

A personal computer manufacturer buys 38% of its chips from Japan and the rest from the United States. 1.7% of the Japanese chips are defective, and 1.1% of the American chips are defective. Find the probability that a chip is defective and made in Japan. (Round the answer to five decimal places.)

Answer:

There's a 99% chance this should be in the homework section.

AFS Intercultural Program Question?

Question:

I'm an 16-year old American Junior in High School who wants to attend High School in Japan my Senior Year through AFS USA, but I found out that they will not let me go in as a 3rd Year Student (equivelant of Seniors), because Japanese 3rd Years spend a lot of time preparing for University. So if I go Japan as a 2nd Year, could I still graduate High School on time? Like, would any 2nd Year Credits I obtained in Japan allow to graduate?

Answer:

I don't know.
u need to access the source of info in this kind.
where is it?
I dont know.
maybe its so strict in rules here.
USA is a free country. Japs are not.

Do you think sushi overrated?

Question:

Why would anyone enjoy eating raw fish?

Answer:

Sushi is not overrated but an amazing taste sensation. Sushi has a clean, delicate, light taste and must be experienced.

Japanese Sushi
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

What are some of the 2011 Japanese (completed) dramas?

Question:

It has been a while since Iwatched Japanese dramas. I want to watch COMPLETED Japanese dramas. Please list some if you know any. I like romance, comedy, suspense, crime, etc. (basically anything) but I absolutely hate dramas with sad endings >_< . I also like to watch dramas with a main girl lead XD

(>^_^)>THANK YOU <3333

Answer:

IS Otoko Demo Onna Demo Nai Sei
Ouran Highschool Host Club
Ikemen Desu Ne
Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta
Samurai High School
Rebound
Asuko March

The one I liked the best from all of those is Samurai Highschool! It's very funny and there is Miura Haruma and he's very handsome and funny xD

Ancient Japan?? Please help!!!?

Question:

1.In the Japanese feudal system, explain the following roles:
a.Shogun:
b.Daimyo:
c.Samurai:
d.Peasant:

Answer:

A Shogun was the commander in chief. Authorized by the emperor.

Daimyos were feudal lords. The most powerful one became a Shogun.

Samurai were warriors. Originally mercenaries relying on arms and physical prowess to defy the nation's laws and authorities.

Peasants accounted for more than 87.5% of the entire population throughout Japan's history.

Can I go to Japan alone?

Question:

Can I go to Japan by myself? When I go i wil be 16 years old. I have no family in Japan or friends in Japan, but I would love to explore Japan on my own. So can I go alone with my video camera...

Answer:

No. You need signed parental consent to leave the country. You can't get a passport without parental consent. Or buy the $1,200+ ticket.
You'll have to wait until you're 18. Sorry.

Are Japanese SMART or HARD WORKING only?

Question:

Answer:

Many are, many aren't. Just like people in any other country.

What is the clothing style in Japan?

Question:

for like... 13-15 year old girls

Answer:

Everyone is different but I think 13 ~ 14 years teens prefer to wear something casual.

Anybody that lives in Tokyo? What's it like there?

Question:

Are things expensive there?
What is Shibuya like?
Is there a lot of crime there?

Answer:

I've visited Tokyo, although have never lived there.

Things aren't super expensive, about the same prices as you would see in any modern, large city. A (big) meal costs around 9 or 10 dollars, if you go to one of the standard vending machine food places. Other things like clothes and shoes have a wide range; common brands of shoes (Nike, Tiger etc) are around $60-100 a pair, but of course you can go cheaper and more expensive if you like.

Shibuya is pretty cool, quite trendy and fashionable, and apparently the home of bubble-gum J-Pop. Shibuya is famous for it's six-ways crossing, where a 'sea of humanity' streams across the intersection at all hours of the day. We camped out at Starbucks at one end of the intersection and watched for a while, but you have to be sneaky in taking photos because the waitresses will give you the bum's rush at the first sign of a camera.

There is no crime in Japan. I read about and witnessed the seedy side of Shinjuku, and I am sure you can find trouble there if you wanted to, but people just don't get attacked and robbed out of the blue. Tokyo is fine wherever you go.

I am expecting a parcel from Japan. It was sent 10/4/2011 via EMS but i haven't received it yet up to now.?

Question:

Based on the online tracking result, last oct.6,2011, there has been an attempted delivery of the package but the report said i was not around which is not true because i never went out of the house since i was really waiting for that EMS delivery. What is the best thing for me to do to be sure that the said package will still be delivered to me since i paid too much for the service in order that it will be delivered to me 2 -3 days after mailing? It contains very important documents which i need to sign and submit before the oct.8 deadline but it seems i will be paying penalties since today is already oct.8 if ever that EMS parcel will not come on this very day.Will EMS pay me for the damages they caused me?

Answer:

I think your local post office is keeping it. So call them and ask them to deliver it right now. But October 8 is too early as a deadline if it was shipped on October 4. So you should have had more time.

Can Someone Tell Me What This Means in English?

Question:

かがやって呼ばないで～。しおりでok!

Thank you! :)

Answer:

Call me Shiori, not Kagaya!

かがや加賀屋（加賀谷） should be the girl's family name.

Japanese word/symbol for 'Stay Strong'?

Question:

Japanese word/symbol for 'Stay Strong'?

Hello Everyone body , this is my first post so sorry for any mistakes.

Im getting a tattoo of a Samurai warrior down my ribs and i would like the Japaneses words / symbol to say .... ' STAY STRONG '

the reason for this tattoo is because over the last year or so, i have lost many people i loved and care about. and sometimes need to remind my self to stay strong and get on with life.

Please don't just look on google and send me any old link to any word. as ive noticed my self that not everyone knows what they are looking at in foreign language.

Thank you everyone :) !!

Answer:

I think 強くあれ is good for "stay strong".

If you want to write it vertically, just write it vertically.

強
く
あ
れ

How would you say "my name is Cosette" in Japanese?

Question:

i want to know how to pronounce it not write it. my name is pronounced Co-zet.

Answer:

1)Watashi wa Kouzetto desu. (I'm Cosette)
2)Watashi no namae wa Kouzetto desu. (My name is Cosette)

These two would be the main examples of basic "My name is...." sentences :)

Where can I find "Memoirs of a Geisha" merchandise?

Question:

I'm looking for the hair accessories that the character Sayuri - Zhang Ziyi was wearing in the movie Memoirs of a Geisha.
I obviously cannot travel to Japan. And I've looked in local stores around. Can't find anything like it.
Are there any websites selling this? or any stores that anyone might know of?
Does anyone know where I can find this?

Like the flower accessory(right) or even that metal pin on the left side.
Example:

http://www.google.ca/imgres?q=Memoirs+of…

Answer:

First of all, the vast majority of the scene in the movie was shot in California - not Japan. The set and costume were either made by the studio prop and set department or bought from local outlets in California - probably from Japantown (the Japanese version of Chinatown). Most of the hair accessories were probably made in China since the real ones would be very expensive.

There are many online companies that sales similar products, BUT I can't vouch for their legitimacy. For example, here is one - http://www.wholesale-dress.net/fashion-r…

Do kids stay home on Children's Day Japan?

Question:

I don't really know much about it >.<

Answer:

No. There is no reason to stay home on Children's Day.

But it depends on each person. Some of them stay. Some others go out. I think most kids want to go out.

Becoming a foreign exchange student in Japan?

Question:

What would i need to have to be a foreign exchange student there?

Answer:

I think you can apply for an exchange program if you found a good one. But it takes money like $5000-10000.

It depends on each program how much grade you need. Some of them may require Japanese skill.

Can anyone recommend some websites besides CDJapan (for clothing) that also accepts Credit Card?

Question:

Recently I've started buying some clothing as well from CDJapan (besides all the music that I buy XD).
BUT CDJapan's clothing collection is too limited, I want more stuff focused on V-Kei.
AND I don't want any website that only accepts paypal. Me and paypal don't go well! So I want the said website to also accept credit card.
So, any recommendations?
Thanks in advance ^^

Answer:

You can buy a lot of products on Rakuten.
http://global.rakuten.com/en/?l-id=os_to…

What are some good Japanese songs?

Question:

Answer:

Youtube name: English or Japanese?

Question:

Should I use a fictional Japanese name that creates an alt (alternative) like most cosplays do, or should I use an English word that reflects my personality? For example, would you suggest the word Takashi, or the word "unrested"?

Answer:

Why not? If you want to use a Japanese name, go for it!! I would prefer to have suggested the word "Takashi", by the way.

未来を頑張ります！（*´▽｀*）ファイト！

Would you rather watch a pornographic film with your parents or starring your parents?

Question:

Answer:

No, my parents are busy having swap parties with our neighbors every weekend.
They are going to post dozens of their home-made videos on the web next week.
If you want to watch them, the tags are: Asian, *******, group, swap, MILF, DP.
I hope you'll find them.

I have a blueish pearl ring that was given to me that was bought in Japan 47 years ago has it any value?

Question:

Answer:

I don't think it's worth more than a normal pearl ring.

How to address mail to Japan?

Question:

Hello! I have to send a package to Japan, and the address I have is written in english, but with the Japanese format, so it's like

555-5555
5-55-5 hatagaya shibuya-ku tokyo JAPAN
John Doe

Can somebody tell me how to format this so it will send? Or is it okay as it is? Thanks!

Answer:

I think your address is already correct.

Japan: any safe place?

Question:

am really in love with japan. it has become a dream of mine to actually visit the country some day. But i have this huge fear of radiation. japan has a record with exposure to harmful radiation and am wondering if there are any radiation free zones in the country that i can visit without worrying. please help

Answer:

The only off limits area is within 30 km of the Fukushima nuke plant. 99%+ of Japan is perfectly safe. I'd go there in a heartbeat if I could.

Is Japan better than US when it comes to technology?

Question:

Answer:

Depends on what you mean by better. Nearly all the high tech goods Japan export were invented in the US and Europe, but the Japanese were able to refined the technology and manufacture and market it at an affordable price before other companies in the US and Europe.

The Japanese are very good in applying technology, but they are not very good at discovering new paradigms.

How could I start to eat and make Japanese food?

Question:

The people in Japan live the longest, healthiest lives, with the lowest obesity rate. Therefore their diet must be good!!!
Japanese food is yummy but I have never prepared any myself. I want to start reverting my diet from more western to more like the Japanese, how would I start?
Like what groceries should I have right from the start, what are some simple but good meals I could start with, any meal ideas?
Do you think this is a good idea? :P

Answer:

Japanese cuisine is renowned for its emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients with the key ingredients of most meals being rice, soup and a main dish. Seafood features heavily in Japanese cuisine. The following are some healthy Japanese food that you can easily add to your diet.

Healthy Japanese Food
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…

The key to Japanese cooking is using the right ingredients. The following is a list of the essential Japanese pantry ingredients.
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Go to college in Japan?

Question:

I plan on going to college in Japan?
I am now a 10th grader and I plan on going to college abroad in Japan then living there. I plan on teaching English there too, but I really want to teach at a University in Japan. As time comes, probally own a night club or apartments....
But the main thing is getting there. What are the requirements: my GPA?
Perfect grades? Whatever I need to do, I'll do it. My parents won't pay for this so it is up to me. I can perhaps go for a scolarship in Japan right? I know some japanese and I am still working towards being more fluent. (I'm not close to bing fluent yet but I really enjoy the language)
I'm not sure if this will help but I am great at writing: I write about fantasies.
Perhaps I can start writing books to earn some money to help pay? I know that if I go to college in America, I can get transfered but I want to start there and finish there. Then start living there.

Thank You for your help

also
Considering that I'm African-American, would this change anything?

( I'm right in the middle of black and white, tan)

Answer:

The answer is the same as it was answered yesterday when you asked the same exact question..
Want you're seeking is not possible. An unknown writer can't make any money selling books.

Would you rather replace your belly button with a pencil sharpener or have ketchup dispensing nipples?

Question:

Answer:

I don't use pencils... but i would if I had a sharpener in my stomach.
... and I wouldn't want to start "lactating" every time i smell a hamburger.

How can I live for 1 month in Japan on $2000?

Question:

Hi everyone, I'm moving to Japan this November to teach and have been struggling to save up enough money. We don't get paid for one month, and the company recommends that I arrive in Japan with 200,000 yen ($2600 approx) to live on initially. But so far it looks like all I'll be able to save up is around $2000. I do not have to pay key money or a deposit on the apartment (100sq ft), just the first month's rent of about $500. I have to set up the utilities and am responsible for my own food/drink for the whole month. I will live within walking distance to work, so I won't have to pay for bus fare or the train. The company gives us $200 for a small "start-up" budget, so in essence I will have $2,200 when I land (168,700 yen approx). If I kept a very tight budget and only spent money on:

- food
- rent ($500)
- setting up gas/water/electric
- setting up internet OR a landline phone (instead of a cell, I was going to skype my family)
- international phone cards (to phone home once a week in case I can't afford internet)

Could I conceivably do this? Would I ever be able to eat out with coworkers or friends? What other money-saving techniques can I use? Oh! And I will be living in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. Thanks!

Answer:

It's possible but very tight. You can squeeze by with 30,000 yen for food if you are very frugal (buying fruits and vegetables from cheaper street vendors, buying bread at a discount near its expiration date, and so on) - you don't have to eat just rice every day - that's total nonsense.
But is your place already furnished? Does it have a bed or do you need to buy a futon? Getting stuff for it can be very high - look for some other foreigner's sayonara sale to pick up some things cheap - including the telephone subscription account, which otherwise will cost you almost 40,000 yen. There are over 8500 foreigners in Shizuoka City, but many don't stand out like you will.
Get some basic info on your upcoming home like a city made video at
mms://stw.mm22.jp/cityshizuoka_vod/city_…
and
http://www.thejapanfaq.com

Why do certain property in Japan had roof covers placed on top of their fences?

Question:

I've seen some houses in Japan which installed roof covers on top of their concrete/bamboo fences. Furthermore, on certain properties even the fence entrance itself had an unbelievably large roof built on top of it.

Does the roof serve a specific purpose/cultural reasons, or was it built purely for its aesthetic looks?

Honestly, I think they are very beautiful and exotic.

Answer:

Are you talking about walls as seen in the pictures below?
If these are what you are talking about, yes it's built for aesthetic looks, reducing weather stain, and protecting from erosion.

http://ameblo.jp/shogakuji/image-1047484…
http://blog-imgs-27.fc2.com/o/k/u/okurom…
http://matsui.dip.jp/bike/tsukuba-mounta…
http://eiruc.cocolog-nifty.com/photos/un…
http://osharenayane.blog.so-net.ne.jp/_i…
http://blog-imgs-47.fc2.com/m/i/t/mitobe…

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EDIT
sorry, I really don't know how it is called officially/specifically. maybe "屋根塀 yanebei" ? That said, I'm not sure how many Japanese ppl could picture it when asked, "do you know "屋根塀 yanebei"?
I guess, most of Japanese ppl would simply say, "that is a wall/fence with a roof cover on top of it."

How much is a furisode? For coming of age day..?

Question:

How much would a furisode set be? if I buy one?
Would it be cheaper to borrow than buy?
Also does anyone know how much it is to go to a salon and get dressed up and let them do your hair?
Thanks!
I'll be going next year ^^ so, it'll be nice if people have any experience about it!

Answer:

If you get second-hand (or you're super lucky and find a sale, like I did when I bought my full set), you can buy the furisode, fukuro or maru obi, juban, obi jime, and obi age for $1000 or less. Adding other accessories (some of which will be required, like zori and tabi) will of course raise that price. A brand-new furisode alone can cost as little as $1000 or well over $20,000 and every price in between. The most expensive furisode I have had the pleasure of seeing in person so far cost 2.5 million yen, but I'm sure more expensive ones exist. A nice obi can go for hundreds at least. Depending on whether or not you're willing to buy second hand, it is most likely cheaper to rent than to buy.

If you're oriental background residing in Japan,which green tea brand/type is your favorite and why?

Question:

Answer:

We drink Green Tea 3-4 times a day in Japan and usually together with our meal. My favourite types are:

Sencha which has a perfect balance of sweet and bitter flavours.

Gyokuro which is a little expensive but is grown in the shade of the sun to give it a naturally sweet aftertaste and soft aroma.

Japanese Teas
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…