Sunday, October 16, 2011

Are there any mistakes in my Japanese essay?

Question:

Any help is truly appreciated. My japanese is not so efficient, so if there are any mistakes or perhaps something sounds weird, please say so!

去年の夏、私はりょうしんと友達といっしょにニューヨークに行きました。町の中で…
私のいとこのけっこんしきのあとで、かんこうに行こうと思っています。ちずをしらべて…

Thank you in advance !

Answer:

Your sentences are cut off in the middle. You have to put a break (using Enter key) to show all.

But on the given part, your essay is perfect!

Addition:
Actually, your article is nearly perfect although it's better to use more kanji to look like more sophisticated.

>きれいなドレス買っておかなくちゃいけません！
きれいなドレスを買って....

This is the only mistake you made.

Why isn't Japanese needed as an English teacher?

Question:

If, for example, I go to Japan to teach English, why don't I need any Japanese skill? If I'm explaining what an English word means, how do I explain it to them?

Answer:

Actually, it depends on your teaching situation.

If you are an ALT in a school (say a high school of a junior high school) you will be working with Japanese teachers of English, and they will generally be the ones explaining the grammar. You won't have to explain it at all, and if you do they will probably want you to do it in English.

If you're at an eikaiwa, many eikaiwa don't want you to use Japanese in the classroom at all, and they figure that the easiest way to accomplish that is to just have teachers who can't speak Japanese. (Incidentally, it is actually possible to learn a language with little or no explicit grammar instruction in your own language -- many immersion programs work on this sort of target-language-only model.)

If you want to teach at a university (or find some way to be a regular, non-ALT English teacher), you will need to have proficiency in Japanese, but it may not be related to your actual teaching.

Regardless of what kind of job you want, I suggest that you learn Japanese anyway. Even if you never use a word of it in your job, every word you can speak, read, write, and/or understand when you hear will make your daily life in Japan that much easier.

How do you study Japanese online through the internet?

Question:

Do you go over one lesson a day or you study a lesson and go over it for a week?

Answer:

You can use online lessons like these.
http://dir.yahoo.com/Social_Science/Ling…

Questions about hiragana?

Question:

after learning the hiragana characters, do you have start learning the words made up of hiragana?
if so, then how much words do you have to learn?

thnx

Answer:

The best way is learn Hiragana followed by Katakana and then Kanji.

I recommend a book called An Introduction to Modern Japanese by Osamu Mizutani & Nobuko Mizutani. After studying this book you will be able to read all of the hiragana and katakana, recognise a lot of basic words in kanji, and have a good knowledge of grammar.

An Introduction to Modern Japanese by Osamu Mizutani & Nobuko Mizutani
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…

What should I expect in Japan?

Question:

I'm thinking about going to Japan for a school year as an exchange student (i'm from the u.s.) and I was just wondering what should I expect? Customs, school, etc.

Answer:

You will find
1. too many people living in urban areas
2. too much competition among high school students (for prestigious universities)
3. too many boring TV programs (especially, so-called variety shows)
4. too many variety of foods to try and appreciate in a year
5. too many nice people who will kindly help you and too many bad-mannered, spoiled kids on the street at the same time.

Where can I order a hadajuban online?

Question:

I am having trouble finding a website that offers this, I would also like to buy a nagajuban and kimono from the same place.

Answer:

I don't know about hadajuban specifically for men, but you can get nagajuban and kimono from Ichiroya, Yamatoku, Shinei, Kimono Market Sakura, Bokunan-do, and Rakuten. If you are willing to use a shopping service you might also try Yahoo Japan Auctions, and if you know how to separate the junk from the good stuff you might also try eBay.

Is 2000$ enough to spend a week in Tokyo/Japan?

Question:

Visiting Japan is one of my biggest dreams which I hope will come true someday, and I was wondering if 2000$ is enough? I can afford up to 3000$, will it be enough to have a great vacation in Japan?

Answer:

If you're not counting airfare, you'll be fine.

What is the equivalent of Youtube in Japan?

Question:

Answer:

Nikoniko Doga is as popular or may be more popular. Founded by the same person who started 2ch, the world's largest online forum.

Speaking of 2ch, you can communicate with Japanese people on 2ch threads like the below one in English.

http://kamome.2ch.net/test/read.cgi/engl…

No registration required. Write something in the space at the bottom and press "書き込み” There are always a dozen of regular "2-channelers" from the US, England, etc.

Sorry to be veering off-topic.

Two Questions In One.?

Question:

1.Could someone please give me a link to a Simple "kawaii" japanese eye makeup tutorial.

2. How Can I become "famous" In Japan? Almost Like Beckii Cruel.

Answer:

1. This girl has a lot of cute make up tutorials, and she's Japanese. http://www.youtube.com/user/cotorich

2. Have interesting anime-like looks (big eyes, ginger or blonde hair, tall). Big plus if you're really/exotically beautiful. or have some sort of talent interesting to Japan. Like Beckii Cruel's dancing to Japanese music or a big talent in drawing manga.

Two Questions In One.?

Question:

1.Could someone please give me a link to a Simple "kawaii" japanese eye makeup tutorial.

2. How Can I become "famous" In Japan? Almost Like Beckii Cruel.

Answer:

Mochiko and Rice Flour?

Question:

What's the difference between Mochiko and Rice Flour?
Both are Gluten-free, so is something added to Mochiko to make it "sweet rice flour" or is it just ground up rice?
I heard that when people refer to Mochiko as "Glutinous Rice Flour" they say that only because it's sticky, not because it has Gluten in it. I've made Dangos with just my regular Rice Flour and the dough was pretty sticky.
So.... what's the difference between the two? Could I replace Mochiko with White Rice Flour?

Answer:

Mochiko is Japanese for Rice Flour. If it's too sticky, just add a little bit more flour or less fluid before cooking.

You might want to try flavored liquid with your Dango like something from Torani, or juice flavor drinks (not the actual juice)...

How to dress in Japan?

Question:

I'm going to Shingu, Wakayama soon, and I'm not sure how to fit in without looking like a freaky Japanese wannabee. What's something I can wear that won't make me look like one of those lolita girls, but that won't get me weird looks? Basically I'm asking what people wear on a normal tuesday in Japan, not those crazy high platforms or frilly skirts or anything.

Answer:

Just wear your regular clothes. Japan is a different country, not a different planet.

How to dress in Japan?

Question:

Answer:

Just wear your regular clothes. Japan is a different country, not a different planet.

How would an american make a living in japan?

Question:

I would love to live in japan but I can only speak some Japanese and cant read or write it well I'm 21 y/o and I have some college any advice on how I could make a living I would have around 9g's if I sell my cars

Answer:

Hate to be a dream killer, but you need a college degree to get a work visa. We also need a skill a Japanese doesn't have. More or less, if a Japanese can do the job, they will always be hired first.
Sorry, but without a BA / BS degree, it can't happen.
BTW, money isn't an issue. You need a visa to stay longer than 90 days.

How would an american make a living in japan?

Question:

Answer:

Lowest Radiation Leveled-Place in Japan?

Question:

Where in Japan has the lowest radiation levels-both naturally and from Fukushima? Planning a trip and wold prefer to not take Iodine.

Answer:

The further the place from Fukushima, the lower radiation is.

So the lowest radiation level place in Japan is in Okinawa. But you can't just visit Okinawa because you have to land on one of international airports in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya.

Radiation is at harmless level except for areas around Fukushima Plant.

Lowest Radiation Leveled-Place in Japan?

Question:

Where in Japan has the lowest radiation levels-both naturally and from Fukushima? Planning a trip and wold prefer to not take Iodine.

Answer:

How do you say virgin in japanese?

Question:

I would appreciate the kanji and romaji if you know it

Answer:

People
処女 for female
童貞 for male
未経験の（= unexperienced）

Things
未使用の unused
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How do you say virgin in japanese?

Question:

I would appreciate the kanji and romaji if you know it

Answer:

People
処女 for female
童貞 for male
未経験の（= unexperienced）

Things
未使用の unused
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I want to visit japan..?

Question:

Ok, so I told my stepmother that I was thinking about visiting Japan when I got older (i'm thirteen) and she told me that in high school I would be able to become an exchange student for about a year in japan. How much will it cost? I really am thinking about becoming an exchange student and Japan sounds really neat to visit. I want to visit Kyoto because it's really beautiful. Am I gonna have to speak Japanese, because I know only a few phrases in Japanese (I've been studying it for about a week). Plus, my dad doesn't know I want to visit Japan. I don't even know if he'll let me visit japan in my high school years. I'm in eighth grade, and I was thinking about visiting Japan in my sophmore or junior year. I'd really like some advice and tips..

Answer:

It's good idea to visit Japan before you decide to try to be an exchange student.
A lot of people ask "how can I move to Japan?" even before they visit here to see the reality of our country. You are much better than those people.
Come and visit Japan first. You can get much information that you need.

What's the nicest type of sushi?

Question:

I tried the salmon sushi and I thought it was horrible. So can you please recommend the nicest type?

Answer:

My favourites are:

Makizushi (巻寿司) which is a rolled sushi. I really like Salmon roll, Cucumber roll and Avocado roll.

Nigirizushi (握り寿司) which consists of a bed of sushi rice, usually with a bit of wasabi, and a topping draped over it. Favourite toppings are salmon (sake), tuna (maguro) and prawns (ebi).

Inarizushi (稲荷寿司) which is a pouch of fried tofu filled with usually just sushi rice.

I enjoy my sushi with a little wasabi and soy sauce and like to have some pickled ginger to cleanse the palate after each sushi.

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

Who pays for dating in Japan?

Question:

Particularly among younger couples but you can answer for any generation if you want.

Answer:

Usually the male, but it's not uncommon to split costs.

Is 5'5 considered tall in Japan for a girl?

Question:

I'm very interested in Japan and I'd like to move there when I'm older, but I guess I don't want to be the odd one out;
Thank you so much & Take care <333

Answer:

Maybe a little taller than the average 5'2'' but it's not like you'll stand out as an amazon, there are taller japanese women too..

What cologne is popluar that teen boys/men in japan were?

Question:

Answer:

Basically, Japanese men do not use cologne as often as Western men do.

So "no cologne" is the most popular option.

Japan phobia (sorta)?

Question:

i love japan's culture and style and in 4 years time i plan to movie there, but i'm scared, all the radiation from the tsunami... is it safe? i don't want to go if it could cost me, my life.

Answer:

You'll get more exposure to radiation on the flight to Japan than you will living there.
As for moving there, what makes you think Japan wants you?

What is the average gas price in Japan?

Question:

In Osaka specifically. I'm getting mixed answers looking up myself.

Answer:

Depends on what flavour; regular or high-oc. Regular was 131 yen / L when I filled my car yesterday, high-oc is about 10 to 15 yen more per litre

Yes, vinegar taster - per litre. That's why I said that TWICE.

Good J-pop bands to listen to?

Question:

Answer:

*Arashi
*Kimeru
*Back On
*On/Off
*Abingdon Boys School
*Vocaloid (I now they're not a band but they have pretty awesome songs)
10,000 Promises
3nin Matsuri
/\ucifer (pronounced as 'Lucifer' I think)
Air
Ayaka
Ayana
*Buono!
*The Black Mages
Chara
C-ute
*Dicot
*Elisa
E.mu
Eu Phoria
*FLOW
*Orange Range
Field of view
*FictionJunction Yuuka
Melocure
Morning Masume
SCANDAL
Yuzu
ZZ
Zone
*Rurutia
Rythem
PUFFY
NMB48
m.o.v.e
Miz
Marble
Kiroro
Hitomi
*Mel

These are just a few. There are loads more on wikipedia, I didn't want to list !-Z but you could always check it out for yourself. (:

* = Personal Favourites.

Japan vacation question?

Question:

my self and sevral friends (all togeather 5 ppl) are looking to go to japan mid 2012. (if the free air promotion gos through) and were trying to figure out how much we will need to have aside for food and place to sleep on avrage. (most likly will be staying in or around the tokyo area)

we are not looking for a exact number just a rough estimate on totals so we can see if we can swing it since no one can say exact cost of food. (we know there be other costs like travel on subways, buss etc and atraction fees and anything else we want to spend money on)

Answer:

I think 1000-2000 yen is enough per person per day as transportation. Others depend on how much you would spend for shopping and which destination you will visit.

Which one is better for foreigner who likes Japanese tradition? Edo Tokyo Museum or Tokyo National Museum?

Question:

Answer:

Yes, Edo-Tokyo Museum is like a theme park focusing on Edo period. In addition to artistic works, they display a large number of daily products and items that are actually used in the Edo period. It's really fun to be there; you can "feel" the ordinary people's life styles in those days. Their exhibits change every few months according to the themes that they focus on. So, Edo period fans (yes, there are a large number of "Edo period fans" in Japan) repeatedly visit there every time new exhibitions are held. I have been there four times, and maybe more in the near future.

Tokyo National Museum is a very prestigious museum in Japan. Their collections of art works of ancient and medieval period of Japan is just astonishing. In addition to Japanese arts, many valuable Chinese arts are also exhibited. It is worth to visit at least once.

When is the best time to see cosplayers in Harajuku, Tokyo?

Question:

Answer:

If you want to see the Harajuku girls, you should go on a Sunday, by the bridge near the station. It's also close to the entrance to Meiji Jingu. You might be surprised to see as many photographers though. It is something that has been going on for decades.

Do Japanese couples usually go Dutch on dates?

Question:

Answer:

It depends on each couple.

>younger couples are more likely to go Dutch.

Yes, you are right. Because gender equality is getting common among young generation.

Is it okay to visit Japan next year?

Question:

I'm a university student and I was chosen as a Japan exchange student. At first I was very glad but after watching all the news about radiation in Tokyo, I start feeling that I made a bad choice.
What should I do? Do I need to cancel the right of Exchange student? I have 5 days to decide whether I go or not....

FYI:
I'm supposed to be in Shinjuku for 4 months from Apil,2012.

Answer:

Tokyo is safe to visit right now.

News on radiation is overblown and most of the cases have NO connection to Fukushima. For example the most recent case, was old powered form used in paints found in an old house from the 1950s, it was not uncommon for radium 226 to be used in florescent paints in the 1950s (radium 226 is not used in nuclear reactors), no danger at all to the public, nor was it connected to the nuclear power plant at all.

Again just SENSATIONALISM news. People seem to go ape crazy these days at even the mention of the word "radiate" when one needs to study these facts objectively.

Truthfully speaking, no matter where in the world you are, if you went out with a geiger counter (radiation detection device) you will find "hotspots" in your own neighborhood that appear to be higher then your surroundings. This of course is usually very explainable by many reasons and usually safe.

Each day the earth and yourself is pounded by radiation from all sources (the sun, rocks in the ground, your phone, the computer you are sitting in front of).

Yes you should go, or you can fall into the crowd of mass hysteria of godzilla and mt. fuji exploding and not go to Tokyo. Your call.

What kind of impressions do you have about Japanese women?

Question:

I'm not talking about appearance or sexual stereotypes. I'm talking about their career, how they live and how they express themselves etc.

Don't tell me that I shouldn't generalize all Japanese women because I know that I can't generalize everyone and I am aware that I'm talking about stereotype.

Answer:

they have self respect at least most of them and they honor theirs husbands and families

Do you have to pay to enter a Japanese temple?

Question:

such as Futarasan jinja in Nikko?

Answer:

Usually, it's free to visit a temple.

What are the gender roles in Japan?

Question:

Answer:

females are treated preferentially
that's really anoying.

there's such stupid thing called women‐only carriage and it's really disgusting.

How do I go to Edo Wonderland from Tokyo. How much does it cost in total, train and theme park?

Question:

Answer:

Take JR or Tobu line.
http://www.edowonderland.net/html/en/gui…

Japanese Loveless poem?

Question:

I was watching Genesis vs Sephiroth vs Angeal with Japanese dub and english sub, I noticed that what Genesis says for the Loveless poem is different than what he says in the English version. If anyone can translate this that would be awesome!!!

獣たちの戦いが世に終わりをもたらす時
kemono tachi no tatakai ga yo ni owari wo motarasu toki
冥き空より、女神が舞い降りる
kuraki sora yori megami ga maioriru.
光と闇の翼を広げ
hikari to yami no tsubasa wo hiroge
至福へと導く「贈り物」とともに
shifuku heto michibiku "okurimono" to tomoni.

Act 1
深淵の謎
shinen no nazo
それは女神の贈り物
sore ha megami no okurimono
我らは求め飛び立った
warera ha motome tobitatta
彷徨い続ける心の水面に
samayoi tsuzukeru kokoro no minamo ni
微かな漣を立てて
kasukana sazanami wo tatete

Act 2
惜しみない祝福とともに
oshiminai shukufuku to tomoni
君は女神に愛された
kimi ha megami ni aisareta
世界を癒す英雄として
sekai wo iyasu eiyuu toshite

明日を臨みて散る魂
asu wo nozomite chiru tamashii
誇りも潰え
hokori mo tsuie
飛び立とうにも翼は折れた
tobitatou nimo tsubasa ha oreta

Act 3
君よ、飛び立つのか
kimi yo, tobitatsunoka
我らを憎む世界へと
warera wo nikumu sekai heto
待ち受けるはただ過酷な明日
machiukeru ha tada kakokuna asu
逆巻く風のみだとしても
sakamaku kaze nomi dato shitemo

君よ、希え
kimi yo, koinegae
命育む女神の贈り物を
inochi hagukumu megami no okurimono wo

約束のない明日であろうと
yakusoku no nai asu dearouto
君の立つ場所に必ず舞い戻ろう
kimi no tatsu basho ni kanarazu maimodorou

Act 4
君よ、因果なり
kimi yo, inga nari
夢も誇りも既に失い、
yume mo hokori mo sudeni ushinai
女神ひく弓より既に矢は放たれた
megami hiku yumi yori sudeni ya ha hanatareta

復讐に執りつかれたる我が魂
fukushu ni toritukaretaru waga tamashii
苦悩の末に辿り着きたる願望は
kunou no sue ni tadoritsukitaru ganbou ha
我が救済と君の安らかなる眠り
waga kyuusai to kimi no yasurakanaru nemuri

いざ語り継がん
iza kataritsugan
君の犠牲、世界の終り
kimi no gisei, sekai no owari
人知れず水面を渡る風の如く
hito shirezu minamo wo wataru kaze no gotoku
緩やかに確かに
yuruyakani tashikani

Act 5
約束のない明日であろうと
yakusoku no nai asu dearouto
君の立つ場所に必ず舞い戻ろう
kimi no tatsu basho ni kanarazu maimodorou
星の希望の雫となりて
hoshi no kibou no sizuku to narite
地の果て、空の彼方、遥かなる水面
chi no hate, sora no kanata, harukanaru minamo
秘かなる牲となろう
hisokanaru nie to narou

Answer:

Just looking for that "question" thing. Didn't find it. You can put a question mark at the end of a sentence but it doesn't really make it a question.

So, what is your question?

But just to make sure my response doesn't get yanked....

Japanese Loveless Poem?

Yep, kinda' like marriage in general.

Should I buy train tickets online to travel around in Tokyo, Japan area?

Question:

I plan on staying in Nerima-ku, Tokyo. I also plan in visiting places like Akihabara, Shinjuku and any other place similar to these. So, I was wondering if I should buy train tickets online (which will cost me almost $800 USD for 21 days and I plan on staying for 30 days) or should I just buy train tickets locally? Thanks for the help!

Answer:

If you are only going within Tokyo, then you can get a subway day pass for all lines for about 1000 yen.
If you want to travel all over the Kanto area, or even farther up to Aomori, then you might look into getting a JR East Pass.
See http://www.japanrailpass.net for more info.
The full JR Pass which you need to get before going to Japan is worth it only for long distance travel across the country and back. If you are staying in Japan for 30 days and only staying in Tokyo, it would be quite a shame - if you haven't seen it all before, it is well worth going - also quick and efficient.

Indian vs. Greek vs. japanese vs. chinese vs. italian vs. spanish vs. mexican vs. french ? (in cuisine)?

Question:

Answer:

They are all different.

How much money (USD $$$) should I save up for a 1 month trip to Japan?

Question:

I plan on going to Japan next year from July 1st to August 3rd. My plane ticket will cost around $1300 and I plan on staying in a homestay home which will cost me between $140-$780 so if you add the cost of the plane ticket and homestay home together it'll be around $2000. So, my question is how much money would I need for everything else (food, souvenirs, train tickets etc.)? I'll be staying in the Tokyo area and every other place I want to visit are between 30 mins.- an hour by train so I don't have to worry about spending too much of travel cost. Thanks for the help.

Answer:

Well, if you are on a homestay, they will feed you at least 1 or 2 meals a day, right? If so you are talking about a meal out, plus travel here and there. Not very much at all then, if your place and food are largely covered. You can get a subway day pass for 1000 yen, and for souvenirs it is entirely up to you - a few bucks for one to the sky's the limit. You can also eat a reasonable meal for about 1000 yen,
or if you want to economize less by getting a bento or some food at a supermarket or grocers.
So it's up to you - you should have enough to cover an emergency, and it's easy to blow a wad of dough in Japan if you're not careful, but otherwise you don't need a thousand a week by a long shot.

Cuteness in Japanese Culture?

Question:

All of you Japanese culture history buffs/ lovers out there!!
This is probably gonna be a series of questions about Cuteness in Japanese Culture so it would be nice if you could help me out a bit.

My question is: How did the whole cuteness thingy start?

This question actually gets asked a lot, and the typical answer is ‘It’s simply a cultural thing”. YES but culture doesn't just spontaneously appear out of thin air, right?

So from what does this unique phenomenon actually stem from? Here is a great article that might be a nice start:
http://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/…

Answer:

The link given is interesting. And it's very true. Yes, I think cuteness tells a lot about Japanese culture.

Compare:
a) Elizabeth Taylor vs b) Audry Hepburn
(sorry pretty old actresses but they are often given when comparing your culture and ours.)
a) red rose and b) soft-pink cherry blossom
a) veteran vs b) freshman

Japanese people are more comfortable with a) because they are all cute. Or you can say they look all modest, or have some kind of immaturity, which they feel easier to get closer or "harmonize" with.

"Japanese women are usually portrayed as cute "its sooo kawaE!!!" rather then sexy, elegant."

Exactly. Meg Ryan, Cameron Diaz or Sofi Marso appered more in Japanese magazines for young generation or TV-CMs rratherthan Angelina Jolie or Sharon Stone.
"Red roses are beautiful, but something you just aappreciate from a distance...."

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Can I import live cacti into Japan?

Question:

I want to mail order some.

Answer:

It must go through quarantine. But yes.

Who changed the way handcuffed people are shown by the media in japan?

Question:

Answer:

What do you mean by "changed?"

Media report of "handcuffed suspects" has not changed for the past few decades or more.
Japanese media is a slave of law enforcement agencies. Police would not let the media take pictures of suspects unless they (media) obey the police "instructions" which is not written, but non-verbally understood. Otherwise Japanese TV stations and newspapers would be expelled from "the press club" which is under the control of law enforcement authorities.

The whole nation of Japan know this. If you can understand Japanese, you can tell that all the major TV stations in Japan read exactly the same paper when they report police activities in their evening news of the day. The media can shoot their own pictures; however, the areas for their camera crew is limited by police. As a result, all the pictures look the same more or less, regardless of TV stations and newspapers.