How far from Narita, international airport in Japan to Tokyo city?

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Answer:

The best way to get from Narita Airport is on the Narita Express train (http://www.jreast.co.jp/), which takes 53 minutes to reach central Tokyo Station.

Stop Over in Tokyo Japan
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Why is the media off the subject of Japan? How are they doing?

Question:

Recently they stopped talking about Japan and I am starting to wonder how the whole nuclear plant thing is working out. Whats going on? Are we in danger of radioactive rain? and why did the media stop recording them?

Answer:

There's still major problems is why we aren't hearing anything. The news is out there, you just have to look for it. NHK isn't going to tell you.
The Fukushima plant is leaking radioactive water into the sea. A few kids have been found to have higher than normal radioactive readings in their body.
I don't think we're in any danger at this point. TEPCO hasn't been honest with us since day one. My friend in Osaka said there had been videos on TV of people in the water yelling for help. Those were quickly removed. Now all you see is cars, trucks & boats in the videos. Strange, eh ?

What does だいじょうぶですか？ mean?

Question:

NO GOOGLE TRANSLATOR!!

Answer:

Are you all right?

Where in Japan, can I find this delicacy?

Question:

It just looks delicious and I see it all the time on television.
Just want to know what it tastes like
Here is a picture I found
http://www.flickr.com/photos/64239502@N0…


thank you

Answer:

This delicacy is what we call "かりんとう karintou", usually bite-sized ....
Sweet and deep-fried, it is made primarily of flour, yeast, and brown sugar.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karinto

Bon appétit

What is the differnce between japanese mayonase and american?

Question:

if there is a big diffence colud you recomend where to buy it from ( please no online food stores -.-')

Answer:

There is a big difference and I prefer the Japanese version. Japanese Mayonnaise is usually made with apple cider vinegar, malt vinegar or rice vinegar. It has a thinner texture and is usually popular in Japanese dishes such as Yakisoba, Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki.

The best brand to look out for is Kewpie, which can be found at big supermarkets in the Asian aisle or any Asian Supermarket. It can be expensive, so a good alternative is a cheaper Korean version, which is almost the same in taste, but half the price.

How hard will it be to pick up Japanese anime girls in Tokyo to sleep with?

Question:

Hello,

I am a 49 year old loser from America weigh 300 pounds and I live in my 70 year old mom's basement and I usually enjoy jerking to H-game like School Days and stuff like that.

How hard will it be to pick up anime girl in Japan? I saved up money all my life working at McDonald to save up for airfare to Japan help me please.

Answer:

This kind of parody is welcome, chief, but you are going to need to up your game. You see, no one believes you, and you sound nothing like the typical weaboo dork.
I think the point you are getting at is that people who want to move to Japan are losers, and I agree people who want to come here to find a girl who will share their enthusiasm for hentai anime are losers, but in actuality there are few that do come here. Thankfully, they have enough shame to realize they shouldn't publicize it here.

So your parody is like a Jay Leno joke: only people with lobotomies may smirk at it, but it's unoffensive, bland, and doesn't make you think. So people will say "now that's comedy!"

By the way, I am in no way defending hentai perverts, I am merely criticizing a joke that is more old and tired than your mom after a long night of streetwalking and looking for johns.

Translation of 「行くアテあんのか」?

Question:

Alas, I'm still getting the hang of uber-casual speech. Can anyone enlighten me as to how this would translate into English? It's in the context of a card game, and based on context clues alone, I'm guessing it's something like "Are you gonna go?" (as in "lay down a card") but I thought I'd pop over here to see if anyone had something better than a poorly-informed guess.

Thanks everyone!! (^_^)

Answer:

I think this is not so correct as a phrase for card game. You don't need to mind it so much.

アテ means plan or something. So it could mean "Do you have a plan to go?"

Where can I buy umeboshi (Japanese pickled plum) in Arizona? ?

Question:

I'm going to make onigiri (rice balls ) and I have yet to find umeboshi or nori (seaweed ). Please help!

Answer:

Your best bet would be an Asian Supermarket as they usually have both umeboshi and nori.

Here is a great recipe for Japanese Onigiri
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Has any one bought the japanese drink chu-hai in australia?

Question:

I havnt been able to find whether the drink is sold here. It sounds amazing!

Answer:

when DH was ported in Freemantle for a month one year, Shoju and Chuhai was readily available at the Officer Barracks the AUS Army put them up in.

and yeah some of them are pretty dang tasty....

Where can I buy a kotatsu in the uk?

Question:

Looking for a kotatsu, are there websites or stores that sell them? If so would they cost tonnes to ship and need transformers for voltage?
P.S Not really sure what category to put this in.

Answer:

You can buy it on Rakuten.
http://global.rakuten.com/en/search?st=&…

Where can I buy a kotatsu in the uk?

Question:

Looking for a kotatsu, are there websites or stores that sell them? If so would they cost tonnes to ship and need transformers for voltage?
P.S Not really sure what category to put this in.

Answer:

You can buy it on Rakuten.
http://global.rakuten.com/en/search?st=&…

Can an American mechanical engineer find work in Japan?

Question:

I never wanted to be an English teacher.

Answer:

Probably only if you worked for an American company. Japanese companies usually hire Japanese first. You would need to be able to speak, read & write Japanese at a native level. Not to mention metrics.
Try the sites below.

How hard is it to move to and live in Japan?

Question:

I want to one day live in Japan, because I love Japan. And don't give me the "You need a bachelors degree" crap cause my friend's uncle moved to Japan without that.

Answer:

It is hard to move to any foreign country, and getting a job is no picnic either. IF you succeed with all that, living in Japan is easy, although you have to deal with life in a foreign country, higher prices, different culture and climate, and so on.
But you need at least a Bachelor's to get a work visa, or proven 10 years experience in a field, as noted already. You can work on other visas though such as a spouse visa, or if you are eligible for a Working Holiday Visa, or you can work on a student visa legally up to 20 hrs/wk with government permission (more of a bureaucratic formality really).
It looks more though that you are in love with your image of Japan than Japan itself. You should take a trip there and see it before you commit to anything and move there. There is a lot to like about Japan, and a lot of problems in getting set up there also. At any rate, however it goes for you, you will probably grow as a person being there, so if you want to learn more, a few good websites to look at are
http://www.thejapanfaq.com
and
http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listing…

Japanese composition proof-read?

Question:

Need a little help making sure I am using the following forms correctly in this composition:
ーだけでなく
ー言える（でしょう）
ー同じで
ーようになる
ーで／から　できる
ーそれで
ー以上
ーところが
ー〜さえ〜ば
ーをもとに
ーような気がする
ー〜文化
日本料理はおいしいだけでなく、とてもおもしろいです。
例えば、カップヌードルのマンガをもとに、安藤も桃複さんは頭が
いい人だと思っているといえるでしょう。
日本と同じで、カナダですしは特に人気があるようになります。
それで、ハリファックスから、バンクーバーまで、
たくさん日本料理てんがあります。
例えば、レジャイナ で日本料理店は八以上あります。
ところが、カナダはファーストフードの文化のような気がする思います。
食べ物がおいしいさえいれば幸せです.
天丼や　”ごまあえ"などはとてもおいしいと思います。
ごまあえ　は　ほうれんそうやごまでできますから，
作りやすいと思います。
そして、それはあまくて，少ししょっぱいのあじがします。

Answer:

You need to tell us in English what you really want to say. Or there will be no accurate proof-reading.

>日本料理はおいしいだけでなく、とてもおもしろいです。
We do not often say おもしろい for food. But it's not wrong.

>例えば、カップヌードルのマンガをもとに、安藤も桃複さんは頭が
いい人だと思っているといえるでしょう。
This does not make much sense. Again, you need to tell us what you really want to say.

>日本と同じで、カナダですしは特に人気があるようになります。
特に人気があります。 is correct.

>それで、ハリファックスから、バンクーバーまで、
たくさん日本料理てんがあります。
Good

>例えば、レジャイナ で日本料理店は八以上あります。
You say 8店 for stores. Not just 八.

>ところが、カナダはファーストフードの文化のような気がする思います。
We do not say 気がする思います

>食べ物がおいしいさえいれば幸せです.
What do you really want to say?

>天丼や　”ごまあえ"などはとてもおいしいと思います。
Good

>ごまあえ　は　ほうれんそうやごまでできますから，
作りやすいと思います。
Good

>そして、それはあまくて，少ししょっぱいのあじがします。
This does not make sense.

Is it safe to travel to Japan in 5 months?

Question:

would you go to a trip to Japan ??

i say this because of the radiation and all that fuckishima incident.

id like to go at spring 2012

Answer:

Yes, it is safe now!! The majority of Japan is back to normal and operating as usual. All international airports are operating and this even includes Sendai Airport, which was damaged by the tsunami, and the bullet trains are all running as normal. Japan was hit hard by the disaster, but only 0.1 per cent of Japan was affected by the tsunami and the area that was affected by the tsunami and radiation is not a popular destination for tourists to Japan. Most tourists to Japan either visit the ski resorts in the north island of Hokkaido, which was not affected, or follow the “Golden Route” from Tokyo along the southeast coast to Hiroshima. The route include Hakone, Nagoya, and the traditional cities of Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Okayama.

Is it Safe to Travel to Japan
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…

Japanese Samurai Hypothesis?

Question:

Hi everyone im doing a project on the Japanese Samurai and i need to make a hypothesis on them, has anyone got any ideas that i could use? Im really stuck:(

Answer:

You need to tell us more. What kind of hypothesis are you going to make?

How much is a real authentic traditional Japanese kimono worth?

Question:

i was wondering about how much a kimono is worth? in 1988 my uncles japanese fiance give my mom two authentic traditional kimonos, real silk and everything, we dont know if they were passed down or if they were from when she was born (about the 60s.) whats a range of how much they could be worth?

Answer:

It depends on the type of kimono, and on whether or not you're just talking about the resale value. There are many different kinds of kimono ranging from the extremely informal to the extremely formal. In addition, the condition of the kimono will have an influence on how much it is worth, as will its age. Generally speaking, when you look at second-hand kimono for sale, you will find that the more expensive kimono are newer (OR old enough to be antiques), more formal, and/or in better condition -- the most expensive kimono will be the ones that meet two more or more of those criteria or have some other distinguishing factor, like being very old antiques of being very rare pieces. Kimono that aren't new but aren't old enough to be antiques (e.g. anything from the 60s into the 80s or 90s), are less formal, and/or aren't in very good condition typically sell for less.

Without seeing a picture of the pieces in question it's hard to say anything beyond that, but chances are good that you would be looking at something in the $75-400 range as a resale price. It's rare for kimono that aren't brand new to go for much over that unless there is something special about them, but it does happen. If you could add some pictures to the question it would help.

How do i infuse genmaicha?

Question:

so my mother in law got me this genmaicha tea, and its all in japanese... i put one teaspoon for 1l and it tasted pretty strong... any help??

Answer:

There is an art to making Asian and English tea. For Asian:
You don't want a boiling water for your tea. Heat your water to the point it will almost boil - but do not let it boil. If it boil just let it cool for 5 minutes or add 10 % cold water.

Pour about 1/4 cup of hot water in the cup to to warm the cup, and dispose of the water.

If you have a tea infuser use it:
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/kitchen-an…

Put a teaspoon of tea in the infuser.
Fill cup with hot water.
Put tea infuser with tea in it and stir. Remove it in 20 second and discard the liquid.
Fill the cup again with the hot water, and put the tea infuser again. Let it sit for 2 minutes (3 minutes for stronger 1 1/2 minutes for less).
Take the tea infuser out, and your tea is ready.

If you don't have an infuser, use a large cup (about 1 1/2 larger than the cup you are going to use).
Warm it up with the hot water, and discard it.
Put tea in the large cup and put some hot water; then discard the as much liquid you can after 20 - 30 seconds - carefully not to spill the tea out.
Fill it up again with the hot water, and serve it after 2 minutes or however strong (longer than 2 minutes) you want your tea or weak.

If the tea is still strong for your taste, use less - adjusting it till you find the perfect tea for you.

I know it seem a pain but, you can learn to differentiate good tea or just have them like most Westeners (and there is nothing wrong with that - it is just a matter of taste.) Once you become good at it, you will be able to taste the differences.

Now if you just want something simple. Just put less or more for your taste, and let it steep in hot water (not boiling) longer and less for your taste.

Next time you make some tea, try to take it with something sweet (preferably chocolate in candy or cake form) to enhance the flavor (the roasted brown rice flavor will truly be enhanced) of the tea and the tea will enhance that sweet something.-- Like wine with cheese principal.

How can I move to Japan?

Question:

Hi. I'm an average American high school senior. Nothing too amazing. Next year, I'll be going off to college. My hope is to move to Japan after I graduate from college. I've looked into many things, including trying to become an English teacher. I've also thought about, instead, earning a degree in business, and moving to Japan, right off the bat. I'm already learning Japanese successfully, and next year, I'll be taking a course in school for the language. Anything else I need to know? I also need to learn about certain laws that apply to moving there. Maybe I'll stay there for 5 years. Who knows...

Answer:

Most good jobs in Japan are ready for college seniors. So it's much better to go to a Japanese college first. But it will take $100,000 and Japanese proficiency. It's not easy at all.

A dream of a foreigner, making it in Japan? [music]?

Question:

So i know that it might sound a terrible idea and a stupid impossible dream for some of you, but I hope that others won't laught at me and tell me their honest opinions, without using bad words.. XD
This is mostly asked to the people who live in Japan.

So the question simply is: Can a white girl, who is fluent in Japanese, knows about its culture and has a talent in singing make it in Japan?

Some of you might ask: Why go to Japan if you can make it in ur country if u're that talanted.. Well I don't intend to stay in my country.. I am learning Japanese in school for 5 years now and in 3 yrs when I graduate HS I intend to go to Japanese university.. I've always loved music and always loved to sing. Mostly I like rock, but I don't mind the other styles at all.. I absolutely LOVE the band HIGH and MIGHTY COLOR. If you don't know them, check them out:
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04x9dnP0f2A

My dream is to be on stage with a band like this (i mean a rock band where I'm a vocal) and just have fun and show to the audience how much i love music. ^^ But I've always been troubled by the thought of the chance a white girl has to debut in the music industry of an asian country.. I've been researching a LOT about this and 50% of the people say that race doesn't matter, the only that matters is the tallent and the passion.. But the other half% say that even if you're talanted, not many local people can make to begin with, and this slims the chance for a foreigner.. I agree with BOTH of the opinions and this is what troubles me.. So can you truthfully tell me:
What do you think about it? Do you think its possible? Why do you think so??

Please truthfull and LONG comments.. haha ^^ thank yall <3

Answer:

WOW thecheapest actually says it's possible!!!!

That doesn't happen often. However it does happen, like thecheapest says. Leah Dizon, Jero, and numerous "halves," meaning half-Japanese.

However, to me, Jero is the most striking example. A black kid from Chicago, (his grandma was Japanese,) he listened to his grandma's music and learned how to sing it. He is a talented singer, and learned Japanese as he got older, and when he came to Japan, he blew the country away. Now he was singed old fashioned Japanese music "enka," which is not popular with younger people.

With pop music, many, many beautiful Korean girls solo and in groups have become popular over the years. They also learn Japanese and include it in their songs.

The common theme is language: You have to sing in Japanese, and dance, and be young and attractive. Can you pull these off?

Race DOES matter. Do NOT think otherwise. However if you can channel your energy and your enthusiasm into your music, and you can have good manager/engineer/Japanese bandmates/choreographers to help you out, nothing is impossible. University is the perfect time to experiment while you are studying. So:

1. Learn the language
2. Learn the culture
3. Make connections with musicians and people in the industry.

I don't think you want to go through the "talent" way--like AKB48, you become part of a factory of pretty girls and have to work your *** off for 15 minutes of fame.

You should focus on your music first, and let fame come more organically. Talents are usually flash-in-the-pan. Whereas real bands stick around. Same in the USA, right?

Is Are We There Yer comming back on TBS?

Question:

Are We There Yet is a sit. com by Ice Cube, Essence Taking.

Answer:

What's your question anyway?

Is Are We There Yer comming back on TBS?

Question:

Are We There Yet is a sit. com by Ice Cube, Essence Taking.

Answer:

I think you may have put this in the wrong section. I recommend that you check out their website.

What is the title of this song by AKB48 in this video?

Question:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jiFulP6QMc

Thank you!

Answer:

Ice no Kuchizuke

The American who cannot speak Japanese in Japan?

Question:

Hello

I am a Japanese who lives in Japan.
I am a salesclerk of a convenience store.
Although Americans come to the store, they use only English.
In Japan, English is learned at a junior high school and a high school.
However, many Japanese cannot catch English.
I think that you should study fundamental Japanese language if you travel Japan.
I could not catch English of beautiful pronunciation and I was actually troubled.
Japanese people go to the United States and do not ask in Japanese.
Please give me your opinion.

Answer:

質問者の思考分かっている。

しかし日本語が少しも話せないでそのままで
日本に旅行する方がいても、
それに対して日本語が上手に話せるように
なりたい方もいますけどね。

因みに、
世界中で英語は最も多くの国で使用されてる
言語だから、英語は母国語のある人達には
『英語だけでいい』そんな思いもあるかも知れないね。

What does this kanji mean?

Question:

I would like to know what the (手) is supposed to mean in あでゅ(手)

"Adieu *waves goodbye*"

I'm guessing?

I can't be 100% sure considering I don't know much about Japanese texting and such.

Did I translate accurately?

Answer:

手 means hand.

In this case, 手 means "waving hands" because he's trying to say goodbye. But this is not common.

Where is the Pokémon Centre in Tokyo?

Question:

I'm going to Japan tomorrow & I'm a big Pokémon fan & I'm wondering where the Pokémon Centre is. Can anyone give me an address for it or is it still even open??

Thanks!!

Answer:

http://www.asiarooms.com/en/travel-guide…

Pokemon Center Tokyo,
Kawasaki Sandori Building
3-2-5 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku,
Tokyo, Japan
Walk from JR Tokyo Stn, 3 min walk from B3 exit of subway Nihombashi Stn. Open 11:00-20:00.
Closed on Wednesday.
Tel: 03-5200-0707
URL: http://www.pokemoncenter-online.com/

Is staying in Japan expensive?

Question:

Hello I'm a student starting out college and Japan was on my study abroad list BUT i'm a foreigner and never been to Japan so I do not know how expensive it'll get say about 9months to a year.

Answer:

"Expensive" is a relative question and depends on where you are comparing it to, but even without the sky high yen now you will probably find it to be quite high, unless you are living in London or Geneva or somewhere. Then yen is about 78 to the US dollar now, and if you want to sample some prices and situations, you can get some good info at
http://www.tokyopriceguide.com
and
http://www.thejapanfaq.com
That said, you can economize like many people do and not have to pay through the nose for everything. There are second hand stores you can buy many things cheap, and there are numerous budget places to eat and get food, and so on. Don't buy the crap that some say that living in Japan is like being in hell. And radiation is not a problem unless you are going near the nuclear site.