What damage did the tsunami cause in japan?

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Answer:

dont you have a tele at home...

Does anybody know Miho Yamanami of Sasebo Japan?

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I don't think anyone here know a person. And I don't think you are looking for someone missing in this disaster. (Sasebo was not hit by that.)

Is there any danger of radiation from things ordered from Japan?

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Just wondering, I have some imported stuff coming in(non food), just like random things. Is there any risk if these things came from near where the reactor was or otherwise? I'm not one to give in to all the fear mongering but I'd like to have some sort of definite answers.

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if it was near the reactor than yes there is a risk radiation usually affects things 2-4 miles

Can someone help with some English to Japanese translations?

Question:

I'm working on a Japanese dating game project and I need help translating the following sentences for my project:

1. I could fight an entire army just for you.
2. I would go wherever my enemies take you.
3. I have many talents.

Answer:

1.私はあなたのためだけに全軍と戦うことができます。
phonetically: Watashi wa anata no tame dake ni zen gun to tatakau koto ga dekimasu.

2. 私は私の敵はあなたを取るところはどこでも行くだろう。
Watashi wa watashi no teki wa anata o toru tokoro wa doko demo ikudarou.

3.私は多くの才能を持っている。
Watashi wa ōku no sainō o motte iru.

hope it helps

If the nuclear plant has a melt down how far away will there be major health concerns in Japan?

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I know it is 50 miles to stay away. So if something worse were to happen how far would it effect people?

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The radiation can travel vast distances in the wind depending how much is leaked into the atmosphere and which way the wind is blowing. If the wind is hard and there is a lot leaked it could affect other Countries. Let's all hope not and no results may be known for a very long time

Is there a organization or group where you can donate supplies to Japan?

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READ READ READ: I don't want a website where you donate money. I want to be able to donate supplies. Such as important materials. Where I can either drop off the items at there location or I can ship out to Japan. Thank you in advance.

Answer:

Donate money instead of goods. Red Cross is the best organization.
They will transfer your money to Red Cross Japan.
Why goods are not appreciated? In order for them to ship them, they need to bear the expensive air-transportation cost out of the money donated by good-will people. That does not make any sense!
If you ship your goods directly to Japan Red Cross by your own expense, that would be appreciated.
One of the goods the quake victims desperately need right now are clean blankets.
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Edit:

@Bryan Kircher
Are your acquaintances living in Tokyo? Then I can understand what you are talking about. Yes, many 100-Yen shops and convenient stores are running out of daily necessities because many selfish people are buying them up. It is totally OK with you to send toilet papers and other stuff to your acquaintances in Tokyo. But they are not tsunami victims, right?

But, this asker is obviously trying to send goods from overseas to the tsunami victims who are trapped in the areas where tranportation network has been totally destroyd. Then the story would be totally different, considering the shipping cost, custom clearance, tax, and quarantine inspection, which takes a long time, and there is a possibility that some of the items may be rejected. However, if this person donate money, instead of goods, through Red Cross, his money will be directly sent to the Red Cross Japan which has a strong connection with the government of Japan. So, all the procurement of the goods, foods, fuels and other necessities are taken care of by our government procurement office directly from manufactures in large amount with lower cost. And, the goods will be promptly delivered by Japan Self Defense Force, not by Takkyu-bin or FedEX as in the case of yours. The government of Japan would never procure items from those cheap made-in-China 100-Yen shops or convenient stores where your acquaintances are having trouble finding toilet papers.

Please note that I have no intention to insult you; being a Tokyo resident myself I can understand what you are talking about as I said above. BTW, I am running out of toilet paper, would you send me some of them by any chance? LOL!

Why doesn't Mario save Japan with his Super Plumbing skills?

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I heard the USA is pulling out troops cuz of radiation

its time to send in Super Mario he can do some Power up plumbing and own the koopa in the reactors

Answer:

Because plumbing isn't the problem.

I have a place for a family in Japan until they can rebuild?

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Answer:

If you have a place out of the danger zone of the nuclear plant you need to contact the Japanese Embassy for assistance in placing a family in need of shelter.
http://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/english/ht…

I planned a trip to Tokyo, Japan this summer. Will I be putting my health at risk?!?

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Will the nuclear reactors in the northeast be emitting enough nuclear radioactive material to cause potential health issues for people even visiting Japan. I will be eating the food in Japan, drinking its water, and staying there for a month at a local Hostel.

I will be traveling there in the middle of July. I feel that in four months' time, the situation in Japan should be much more calm.

I have been planning this trip for over a year. I need some relieving words.

Though, I do need the truth. Any thoughts, inferences or conclusions?

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Tokyo is getting hit with extremely low amounts of radiation at the moment, winds are blowing east from Daiichi Power Plant for the next several days so most of the radiation will more or less be harmlessly circulated around the pacific where it will lose radioactivity as it travels away from the rods. If they can get power restored today and get everything cooled off in the next few days then the answer is yes, if they don't and it takes a couple weeks for them to get everything resolved then the answer is 95% yes, since 240km is a long way for radiation particles to travel, as soon as they leave the plant they start to becomes less radioactive they disperse and become diluted by the time July hits you will probably get hit by more radiation flying there (5 mrem of Cosmic radiation) then by spending a week or two in Tokyo. Of course if the power plants reactors actually explode with hurricane force winds heading directly towards Tokyo at the exact same time, well then there may be a problem.

I am fairly poor and atheist so how can i help japan? any ideas welcome.?

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I have no money, i dont pray but i would like to help our allies. What can i do? Serious replies only, please. Thankyou in advance. 10 points for best serious answers.

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Volunteer with a group that is collecting funds for the disaster relief program.

How serious is the radiation in japan?

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i may have been under a rock for awhile, i knew about the earthquake in japan but just found out about the radiation, I'm only 16 so i don't know how serious radiation can be, so can someone help me understand whats going on?

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Pretty serious i heard that theyre exposed to a years worth of radiation in an hour on cnn

Japanese to English help?

Question:

さむいですか。
きょう　おきなわのてんきは　くもりですが、むしあついです。
きおんは　せっし二十八どです。
かぜは　ありません。
あしたは　たいふうが　きます。
なつですから、Ｔシャツを　きます。
ショーツを　はきます。
わたしは、うみで　およぐのが　すきです。
おきなわのうみは、とてもきれいですよ。
はい、さむいです。
いいえ、さむくないです。
なんどですか。
せっしにじゅうはちどです。
はい、ときどき　いきます。
いいえ、あつくないです。
ごどです。
なにをするのが　すきですか。

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さむいですか。
Is it cold?

きょう　おきなわのてんきは　くもりですが、むしあついです。
Today, Okinawa's weather is cloudy and humid.

きおんは　せっし二十八どです。
The temperature is 82 degrees.

かぜは　ありません。
There is no wind.

あしたは　たいふうが　きます。
Tomorrow, there will be a typhoon.

なつですから、Ｔシャツを　きます。
In the summer, I wear t-shirts.

ショーツを　はきます。
and I wear shorts.

わたしは、うみで　およぐのが　すきです。
I go swimming in the ocean.

おきなわのうみは、とてもきれいですよ。
Okinawa's ocean is beautiful.

はい、さむいです。
Yes, it is cold.

いいえ、さむくないです。
No, it is not cold.

なんどですか。
How many times?

せっしにじゅうはちどです。
There are sometimes showers.

はい、ときどき　いきます。
Yes, sometimes I go.

いいえ、あつくないです。
No, it's not hot.

ごどです。
? (the sentence isn't complete)

なにをするのが　すきですか。
What do you like to do?

Which island is the center of the japan?

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Answer:

Honshu Island is the main island of Japan.
Kyushu and Shikoko are next to each other cradling Honshu to the south and Hokkaido is to the North.
Okinawa are the small islands far to the south.

Is the nuclear plant in japan going to affect most of the population?

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i heard that its going to explode (like a bigg nuclear bomb) is this true??

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It depends on its outcome.

What's Truly going on in Japan with its nuclear plants leaking radiation?

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Answer:

http://www.educatedearth.net/nuclearjapa…

I've not yet found a better source of information than this.

Could the radiation from japan reach Canada?

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Would it affect Alberta or anywhere near the west coast?

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there has not really been that much released so far.
If the ponds really catch fire for a long time, the plume will probably not travel more than about 200 miles. Chernobyl didn't. It would not be like a neat target-shaped deposit, but a wiggly shape depending on the weather, wind, rain etc.

How many white people are killed in Japan and how many missed?

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Answer:

Q: How much of the relief money comes from white people?
A: Most of it.

How many white people are killed in Japan and how many missed?

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Answer:

Q: How much of the relief money comes from white people?
A: Most of it.

Which airport in California lets me go to Japan?

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Please answer my question

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There are flights to Japan originating from California departing from Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Because of what's happening in Japan, should I forget about trying to learn Japanese and studying in Japan?

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I like to learn languages and I want to learn German and Japanese. I wanted to study abroad in Japan when i go to university and maybe find a job there using my language abilities or something like that.

With all that's happening over there, should I just forget it and pick another language to study at university? I'm not sure how long this crisis will affect Japan :(

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NO!!!! Keep shooting for what you want to do in Japan. The Japanese deal with a lot of stuff like this. This past one was a big disaster, but they usually bounce back really quickly. You got time until you actually get to go to Japan, and they have time to recover.

Japanese translation please ..?

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watashi wa chou Ureshii desu yo! toko, watashi wa zuiichi tomodachi ga aru ne. minna wa AISHITEIRU!! Ki o tsukette kudasa

what does this mean ...

Answer:

I'm really happy! Here, I've really great friends. I love you all. Please take care.

Japan power plant question?

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i heard that they r gunna do a 'suicide mission'. wats the mission? will it work? wats going on?

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I have not heard of such a mission. They have been working to get electricity supplied to get the cooling units back online to cool the reactors down. There is NO danger of the plants exploding please ignore other users for saying that.

Do the results of the "nuclear incident" occurring in Japan serve to validate their own "risk assessment"?

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i.e. The prevailing winds would likely take the vast majority of any radioactive material resulting from a meltdown far out to sea, where it would have little impact on the residents of Japan. So... Why worry?

Using nuclear power is a roll of the dice. Looks like they might have "crapped out" in this case. Odds are odds, even if 10,000:1, someone should have had the contingency plan in hand when that remote possibility of a disaster actually happened.

Yes?

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Yes and it was shady when they brought it to the UN. Tipco the company who built these plants for Japan are shady people. They have been caught before for lying about their practices and emergency plans. They have also ben sued for straight out lying. The US said there is low amounts of radiation already in Tokyo. Tipco has been running people around in circles.

Radiation and japan ?

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i live in north carolina. people in california are taking iodine tablets just in case they are exposed to radiation. should i worry about any of this?

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No, you are fine. And hopefully those people are not yet taking those tablets as they are not that great for you in other aspects. (You should only take them when there is imminent danger if at all)

Is anyone else concerned that by spraying water on the already damaged reactor & spent fuel [see details]?

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assemblies may do more harm than good? Sorry, but I don't have a warm, fuzzy feeling about this plan.

Good luck. My prayers are with you!

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Cooling the piles slows the reactions. Although a little late in their correct response to the crisis, the Japanese are currently trying to buy as much time as they can.

What to write in a card to send to Japanese nannies?

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I haven't taken Japanese in almost a year now so my Japanese is a little rusty but I want to write something nice to let them know I'm thinking about them and hope they're doing okay.
I basically want to say something along the lines of, hope you're doing well and your friends and family are safe... Thinking of you... Etc.

Answer:

頑張れ
ganare

is a word we use to cheer someone up.

If It Takes Japan To Long To Get This Nuclear Situation Under Control Will This Create A Dead Zone In Japan?

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Answer:

It's already been "too long" and there is certainly a strong possibility of that happening. For some unspecified reason, the Japanese management of the situation has been slightly "behind the curve" all along. They are now "playing catch up".

How long should relief efforts be sent to Japan?

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Here's a starting list:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20110315/ts_n…

Applause to all the countries who have offered assistance and been accepted by the Japanese government.

(Special thanks to "mstess" of this category for providing this link in her answer here.) http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;…

KEEP GOING EVERYONE; it ain't over yet.

Answer:

At least 6 months.

What are the chances of the air radiation coming from Japan reaching Ohio, USA?

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I know there's still a chance, because it's traveling by air, but I'd like an idea. Because to be quite frank, I'm terrified of it reaching us. Let alone if the one in Lake Erie above me were to ever do the same :(

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The chances of that happening are significantly less that those demonstrated by the Chernobyl incident in the Soviet Union. If your tomatoes start glowing in the dark, then you can call me wrong.

What is the best web site to keep up with what is happening in Japan?

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I have been watching

bbc.com
cnn.com
msnbc.Tv
not sure they all seems to be broadcasting recorded videos,(I do not have TV hooked up).

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NHK World (http://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/), the site is streaming English language coverage of the events (it tends to loop every ten minutes or so, until there's something new to report). NHK is generally reputable and they take the time to verify information before reporting it, also since it's a Japanese station they have first hand information rather than having to sources like AP or Reuters.

What do you think of what these people say about Japan? I think it's disgusting.?

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http://oi51.tinypic.com/16k58vs.jpg

So they are all saying Japan deserves it. Even one of my bestest friend say he got NO sympathy to Japan and they deserves it and that makes me angry. My friend died in sendai.

I understand people have been to war and Japan attacked the pearl habour but that is the PAST and not all those 30,000+ people who died are the people who attacked Japan. They were also family, children of mothers, friends and people from different country. I feel like it's because of people like the ones in that link is why wars happen. Just because one of your family member from an older generation have committed a sin in killing others, does it mean your brother, sister, mother, father, child, loved ones deserve to be all killed? Every country have committed a crime and we should all respect what have happened, stop following the sin and make this world better. Otherwise, it means you and I deserves to be died too.

Even if soldiers have died, how many have volunteered their life to killed? Most of them were controlled by the government. My grandpa was there during the Japan war and family members have died but he doesn't hold a grudge and tells me all Japanese deserves to die. Infact his brother is married to a Japanese lady and to say that his family deserves to be dead is horrible.

I'm so angry at what those people say, tell me what you think?

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I think they are cruel and insensitive people who should suffer a worse fate and live to learn from it.

@ I hate jerks - Not all Southerners are that way. Please don't generalize and categorize my kind-hearted Southern friends as being the same as the self-centered and ignorant others; doing so makes it all that much harder for them to overcome a stereotype. Thanks. PEACE.

How hard is Japanese if you know French and English?

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Answer:

its still going to be very challenging to learn it. the only way learning French even helped you is because now you have experienced learning a new language, but other then that its not that useful.

After everything that's happened to Japan, what's become of the Hachiko statue at Shibuya station?

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It's on my bucket list to see this statue in person. The movie really touched me. I cried almost everyday for a week after seeing the movie. I NEVER cry. I probably cried more after watching this movie, than when my grandmother died... :-(

I don't know any other way to find out what happened...Do you think it would still be possible to travel there someday to see the statue?

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Hachiko is not affected by the earthquake. Tokyo was not hit so badly first of all.

How can and how long will it take for Japan to recover?

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If the nation can recover from two nuclear bombs, I'm sure this should not be a problem.

Answer:

Several years like Haiti is

How can i help Japan in my community?

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I'm 14 and have no money to donate to the Red Cross or any of the other associations that dedicate themselves to helping those in need. I wish i could organize a fundraiser or at the least raise awareness to my community. I just want to help, but don't know were to start. Any ideas? They are greatly appreciated.

Answer:

You can go to Lady Gaga's homepage and buy a bracelet for $5.00 if you ask your friends or family if they want one they can give you the money and you can order it online that's how my sister and I are helping, by the way Lady Gaga netted $250,000 for Japan by this!!!!

When I donate to Japan, does ALL the money go toward helping people or does a percentage to toward..?

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does a percentage of it go toward the workers? I mean, I don't mind paying those who are over there helping these people because without them then there would be no point. I just want to know something. If I donate say $10 right now to Japan relief, what percentage will go toward things such as medicine, food, emergency aid, etc for these people? What percentage goes into the pocket of the workers helping them?

Answer:

Here is how donations work:

The Red Cross spends donated money in or near a disaster area, to purchase necessary supplies from local businesses. This means that these businesses can continue to pay their employees, who already affected by the disaster. Those employees can start to rebuild their own lives, and by using their continued wages to buy what they need, they ensure that other businesses and workers in their community also have resources to restore their lives. Donating money keeps people going in ways far beyond immediate supplies. (The volunteers who go to a disaster live in group tents with limited electricity, communal showers, basic food and water, and work 12-16 hours a day.)

That's for a directed donation--of which more than 90% goes directly to the disaster.

HOWEVER, please think about donating money without pinpointing the disaster. People sometimes don't understand what is in "administrative" costs.

The earthquake happened on Friday. The Red Cross and other relief organizations already existed, right? So before the disaster hit, they had offices in place to get information and coordinate their responses.

Relief agencies need donations independent of any specific disaster.

Agencies need vehicles to get to disasters. These are usually vans and trucks. These need gas, oil, tires, inspection, maintenance, and insurance--all of which costs money. Agency offices need electricity, water, computers, Internet access, phones, phone service, printers, paper, toner--and people. People are needed to produce reports that donors want and deserve, and to supervise the spending of money to make sure it is not wasted and supplies purchased are actually obtained. These people need to be paid living wages and have health insurance in full-time jobs. (You want that, right?)

All of that already has to be paid for, so when disasters occur, the agencies are ready. Without unrestricted donations not tied to any event, relief agencies cannot have any of these necessities--and can't respond as effectively as necessary. All of this is lumped into "administration."

What about volunteering to help stabilize the reactors in Japan?

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I'm a stroke survivor with limited life expectancy and a knowledge of electronics and electrical systems. There are others like me. I'm sure. Time is of the essence. Who should I call?

Answer:

I do not know i think your very special for trying to help. I also had a stroke about a year ago but i think i will be around for awhile hopefully. If i was terminal i would be their as soon as i could.

Will there be mobile reception in OSAKA?

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I am going to OSAKA this two week. I heard there are no mobile reception and I will not be able to contact anyone. So can anyone tell me?

Preferably someone in Japan. Thank you

Answer:

You will have mobile reception. Osaka is very far from north-east Japan. I am in Akita just a prefecture away from Miyagi and Fukushima and there is no problem with reception, so Osaka will be fine.

Should I still travel to Japan on May 19 for two weeks?

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I have booked to stay in Tokyo for two nights, Kyoto for four then back to Tokyo (Shinjuku) for eight nights. It will be difficult to postpone and I was very excited to go. What would your advice be - to travel or to cancel and reschedule?
Thanks

Answer:

We are planning almost the exact same trip. As of now we are not planning to cancel even though relatives in Japan suggested that we might want to. I think their main concern is that it will not be the "perfect" trip they want for us.

Here are some sites I found that helped me:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/thread.jspa?threadID=2032116
http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+81857
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704893604576198421680697248.html

Also, after doing a lot of research, I am not worried about the radiation.

Was tokyo effected by the earth quake?

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I really wana know

Answer:

There was some minor damage, but no deaths as of now. Additionally, a 6.0 aftershock hit the city, also with no significant damage.

How can I help Japan?

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I'm 15, and want to help Japan somehow because of the earthquake and tsunami that hit, but don't know how. I was thinking I could do a fundraiser or something, or make something and sell it online. Any suggestions?
(WANT TO RAISE MONEY TO DONATE)

Answer:

Start a Red Cross Youth Chapter at your school. The Red Cross contact will be able to help you come up with a fundraiser.

I have ideas on how to stop the Meltdown in Japan, how can I get the ideas into someone's useful hands?

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I have a bunch of ideas but i dunno how i could throw them in the direction of people who could get the idea known!

Answer:

you can't. they have EXPERTS on hand to deal with it.

additional: if not from a nuclear science POV, then what are you talking about? Stopping the nuclear meltdown IS from a nuclear science POV. What else are they going to do? Pray for it to stop?

Whats the worse thing that can happen to japan's reactors?

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Will it have any effect globally?
I don't watch the news that much.

Answer:

Most likely it will not. It depends if the problem gets worse or not. However I think the worst scenario we're looking at is a spread of radioactive material and not a complete and total melt down like Chernobyl.

I've listed a good source for updates if you're interested in following.

How can I help the animals in Japan?

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what happened in Japan was a horrible tragedy, and i think everyone feels just, shocked by the damage. I would like to help out the animals in Japan, but all I ever find is stuff to donate. I kind of wanted to do something more, maybe adopt an animal. Does anyone know how I would do that?? any information would be greatly appreciated!

Answer:

Id say its too early for any real systems of adoption to be set up. They are still working on recovery. I know how you feel though. I watch those animals on tv, and my heart breaks. In the coming weeks I'm sure they will set up a system.

edit: I actually just found this http://technolog.msnbc.msn.com/_news/201…

Scroll down on how to help the animals.

Will the radiation from japan's power plants reach San francisco?

Question:

Please use understandable words. I dont know much about radiation or any thing of that nature, so...

Answer:

Quite possibly, it's a good question to consider. It especially will reach other nations not JUST St Francis if the Japanese start moving or traveling. By that point pretty much all of us are in trouble. I was actually thinking, what if some of that radiation gets into car companies and leaves traces of radiation behind on the car equipment? You know? We could all be affected by that radiation via cars...and, cars aren't the ONLY thing those smart Japanese make....I've thought about this a lot. It's a scary thing to ponder about. My answer, definitely yes.


MUST WATCH

3/18/2011

(before you watch, well, i hate to say i told u so but..here it is!)

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42149170/ns/…

After the Japanese Earthquake, what happened to the Gundam?

Question:

I saw a picture that seemed to show that the Gundam had been destroyed after the Earthquake. Was this true? Someone said it was a 2 year old Photoshop.
It can't be true, right? Our hero can't die like this.

Answer:

There was Gundam in Odaiba, Tokyo in summer of 2009. But it was removed after the summer. So it's not there anyway.

Now we have another Gundam in Shizuoka. It's fine despite the earthquake.

Could ships with pumps be used to cool reactors in japan?

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Answer:

Unfortunately they can't bring the ships in close enough to the shore because of the damaged area and the evacuation zone. Right now they are trying to employ a water gun technique where they are spraying sea water upwards over the reactors in the hopes of cooling them.

Do you think it will be safe to go to Tokyo next spring 2012?

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I have a daughter who is 11 and a niece 14, we were planing to stay in Tokyo next april 2012 as my daughter is mad about Japan ,into its culture, art and teaching herself Japanese, im worried a week there next spring the radiation levels will hurt them , what should i do?

Answer:

The answer to that question will be known within the month if not a few days from now. As of right now Tokyo is fine to be in. Just keep an eye on the news. Use the news source I put in the source box below for updates on the problem.

Ideas for fundraiser for Japan at school?

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I feel so sad that japan had an earthquake AND a tsunami.. I LOVE JAPAN SO MUCH! And im not even close to being japanese! In fact, i wanted to so go there when i was old enough. Anyway, after watching a few videos on youtube, i realized that i can help somehow, so i wanna through a donation . I'm probably going to ask the principals if i can ask for a little money, combined with mine. But don't get me wrong, im still gonna do it even if the principals say no! ;D Any who I as wondering if there were any ideas that i can do for raising the money. I know im probably gonna have a big sign and a box for collecting the money but that's about it! Please Help!

ALSO PLEASE DONATE TO JAPAN!! PRETTY PLEASE!

Answer:

A group of friends and I did that exact thing when the earthquake hit Haiti! We talked to the principals and proposed the idea. We then made a bunch of posters, including a thermometer looking thing. We set a goal; $2000, and colored in the thermometer as we made more progress. We put water cooler bins ( empty ones, the tank part) around as the donation boxes. We exceeded our goal by over $400!
We then took the money to the Red Cross Foundation, which is also helping with Japan relief!

What exactly happened in japan?

Question:

& i feel bad about it!!! is there anyway i can help them?

Answer:

You have to help your own country. There are 104 nuclear plants in the U.S.A.

What does this say in Japanese? and is it grammatically correct ?

Question:

今ではない場合は、いつですか？

Answer:

Nan de wa nai surubaai wa, itsu desuka?

Basically it translates to

If not now, then when?

Why are some people laughing at Japan and making mean jokes about what happened?

Question:

Why are some people so cruel? :( It breaks my heart to see such behavior.

Answer:

I know it's hard to do, but you have to have sympathy for these "jokers", because they are deeply unhappy people. They're mostly frustrated kids...frustrated by having awful parents, frustrated by poor health from too much bad food, frustrated by not having love or sexual fulfillment, frustrated by not having a brain that can figure out how to bring them success in school and in other important ways. Feel pity for them.

How does one adopt a Japanese family?

Question:

They keep talking about evacuating people from Japan but what about the Japanese themselves? How does one sponser a Japanese family in order to get them out of Japan to escape radiation?

Answer:

That is actually a good question and a great idea in order to raise funds for families to get back on their feet. Ask your church about beginning a similar operation. I'm starring it for one. I hope you weren't joking.

Why Japan, PLAYSTATION, I am not buying Xbox live!?

Question:

I am not buying Xbox live they better get their *** in gear.

Answer:

ok

Quotes for Japan disaster?

Question:

I am making a picture to help spread the word. I need a really good inspiration quote to put on my poster on the top part (the bottom says #prayforjapan)

please help. This is serious, I am trying to help japan, and if you joke around you have no heart. Please pray for japan <3

Answer:

"Each of us as human beings has a responsibility to reach out to help our brothers and sisters affected by disasters. One day it may be us or our loved ones needing someone to reach out and help."

-Michael W. Hawkins, American Red Cross

What is the best way to protect myself whilst in Tokyo?

Question:

I'm going in a months time, just wondering what is the best way to protect myself from the radiation in the air if its still lingering? Mask (Special mask)/Iodine tablets? Anything else?

Answer:

Radiation in Tokyo is still harmless level. You do not need to do anything to protect yourself.

Should people refuse to send money to Japan?

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And only send FOOD and other items that fat-cat bureaucrats can't get there grubby hands hands? It seems that thousands of "so-called" charity orgs pop up of of nowhere putting guilt trips on tax paying citizens to get at their credit cards.

So, should we send food, vs money?

Answer:

I think you should research the legit donation charities like World Vision, the Red Cross and even Salvation army! :D The Salvation Army in Japan has been operating since the 1800s. I think it's best to send both. Money and food would help, any donations is help.

Radiation in California from JaPAN!?

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I want to know if the raditation from japan's nuclear plants can kill us?I know that you can't see raditation but would it be possible for california to get raditation?

Answer:

yes.
the end of the world

Cant the radiation from Japan reach the US potentially?

Question:

Answer:

You can get radiation from anyone taking chemotherapy who comes in contact with you very soon after but in very low doses. Radiation is simply the breaking down of atomic nuclei by releasing particles of radiation. Look if you have not been directly exposed to radioactivity you are in no harm. Those poor people could die of cancer and complications and so many others drowned and you are worried about what?
And to the one who mentioned the waves of the tsunami...that ship already sailed. It's been more than a week what planet do you live in?

Did I sing this anime song good in Japanese, 10 POINTS FOR BEST ANSWER!?

Question:

I sang the Dragon ball z kai ending theme, yeah! break! care! break! in Japanese. Tell me if you think its good. Please be truthful!

But keep in mind that I'm english, and I do not have a Japanese accent, and I am not Japanese, I just remembered the song in my head, so yeah.


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


Thank you so much!!

Answer:

Your link does not work. I can't see any video.

What will become of Japan?

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Will it ever recover?

Answer:

They have before, and no doubt they will again. The Japanese are a very strong people.

Danger of radiation in Japan?

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So I have a booked (mostly unchangeable) flight to Taiwan that stops in Tokyo, Japan. I have heard things about radiation leaks from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in northern Japan. It's still safe to stop in Tokyo, right?

Answer:

You would actually get MUCH more radiation if you spent a day out in the sun.

Japan has dies who feels sorry for them?

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Answer:

Normal people

Any updates on Japan ?

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my 2nd cousins down there and just wanted to know how it is

Answer:

This is a wonderful website for keeping up on the nuclear crisis in Japan.

http://www.educatedearth.net/nuclearjapa…

As of now they are still working on it. However the US believes the problem to be much greater than the Japanese government has been saying it is.

I need to find a business in Tokyo, does Japan have their own version of the yellow pages so I can look it up?

Question:

Answer:

Here is the english website for the Japanese Yellow Pages. Good luck with your search.
http://www.yellowpage-jp.com/

Dual passports, Japan & US: What to do?

Question:

I am in a bit of a bind and need answers fast. My wife and I are currently living in Japan and I need to know how my wife can leave Japan and enter USA while having two passports and not be in trouble with Japanese immigrants.

I hold one citizenship; however, my wife has two. Legally she is not allowed dual after the age of 22. She originally is a Japanese national and have acquired usa citizenship through me by marriage. We planed on staying in the USA but have changed our minds ever since. Now we are living in Japan and she has two passports.

Things are getting crazy here and we are not sure what will happen. We plan to go back to usa for a while until things settle down. Can someone provide a solution on how she can leave Japan and not be ask questions by both countries if they find out of her status.

Here is an added bonus. She is 27 weeks pregnant. She can enter usa as a foreigner but they may question her pregnancy and ask who is the father,etc,etc....?

Answer:

Japan may not allow dual citizenship, but the uUS. does. she can use her American passport to enter the U.S. and thereby avoid needing a visa to stay more than 9o days. If the child is born in the U.S., he will be a u.s. citizen.. If the child is born in Japan, he will still be a U.S. citizen...but you need to register his birth at the nearest American embassy or consulate to establish the citizenship and get his passport. the U.S. is not going to question why she is here, or the pregnancy...as long as she is a U.S. citizen, she may come and go as she pleases. Now, according to site below, japan does not allow dual citizenship and the minute a person obtains a foreign citizenship, they lose their Japanese citizenship...so the Japanese govt would not consider her a Japanese citizen anymore...if they find out. The U.S. is not your problem, Japan is. Also, you say that she obtained U.s. citizenship through marriage to you...I am sure you are stating that because it is shorter than the real facts, but it really will confuse many people. It is not possible for a person to obtain citizenship by marriage. You had to sponsor her to become a permanent resident in the U.S., then, after 5 years as a green card holder, she had to apply for citizenship in the U.S.....Right? anyway...you may really come to the U.S. and live here, but Japan will have every right to prevent her from re-entering japan since she is really no longer a citizen...surely you guys knew this would happen when she became a U.S. citizen. If you return to the U.S., you will be doing so for keeps. If you need further clarification or confirmation, you could call the nearest immigration office and ask.

It looks like Cali. is down wind from all in japan. What will it bring to US. and what should we be looking?

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for? by the air video it looks as if its blowing our way what should we be doing to get ready for this part?

Answer:

Currently, the wind patterns seem to be carrying any particles from the reactors up to Russia. That may change in a few days.

News might be available on television as global wind patterns change over the next week or two.

A little something for Japan?

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Back and black! You just got told!

Answer:

am sorry but you are the dumbest person made. gods mistake

Will Japan be ok, to travel in in June?

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im going for a trip. but im worried about the radiation...

Answer:

Don't go radiation tales thousands of years to go away!!!! Plus the evacuation tells you alll you need to know.

Safe to fly thru Japan? Will check best answer?

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Flying thru Japan on Friday. Is there any possibility of getting radiation poisoning from other passengers who board my plane in Tokyo? Thank you!

Answer:

your far away from where everything is so you are not going to have any worries. especially since you will not be going outdoors.

How are people handling the Japan situation in China? and North & South Korea?

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Answer:

No one knows how people live in North Korea. They do not disclose any information.

Popular Japanese Idols?

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What are some popular Japanese Idols (or just really famous people) besides
-Ayumi Hamasaki
-Hayao Miyazaki
I'm going to make a pop art thing for my AP art class, and prefferably use 9 pictures of them because my concentration is Japan. Arigatou!

Answer:

B.O.A

Do you feel that Narita Japan Airport will be back in full business by March 30th?

Question:

Answer:

It's already back in full business.

Anyone have miracle stories to share? Give people in Japan hope!?

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I cant help but cry watching the survivor/ rescue clips from Japan. I know the feeling they had when they found out their loved ones were okay. After Katrina, not hearing from my mom because she had stayed behind, I was a wreck. When I did hear from her after nearly a week, the weight lifted up off my shoulders. Its the happiest feeling in the world. My heart goes out to Japan for the loss of loved ones, to the ones that are still missing, have faith, do not give up hope, miracles do happen.


What was your miracle?

Answer:

Sorry, no, but here's a site you can learn to help:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_newsroom/2…
I hope everyone who survived is safe from more waves and the radiation!

Can anyone help me and some friends think of things to help Japan?

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i have a group of friends and we really want to help Japan out. we have looked on many sites to try to find out what we can do for these people. we would like to go and help out in Japan. we are giving money and a couple of my friends gave blood. (wish i could but i can't) i feel like we could be doing alot more. we are thinking of donation dinners, care packages, donating close, setting up other fund rasiors to raise money. any ideas would help if you have any please share we want to help the best we can!

Answer:

i suppose they need fuel but how individuals can help get this through i don't know. and nuclear expertise. it is possible you could persuade logistics companies that deliver things all over the world to donate the gift of transportation for food and medical supplies? since they have the lorries to do so. i have no idea. i am making wild stabs in the dark. other than giving money to charities who do know how to help.

How popular is the Japanese Emperor?

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As a percentage of Japanese people?

Answer:

Most Japanese people support him.

How many pets died in the earthquake/tsunami?

Question:

how many animals/house pets do you think passed in the horrible earthquake/tsunami in japan last friday? :( i just saw a really sad video of 2 dogs there and i want to know an estimate of how many probably died.

Answer:

The people who do not care about the well being of the Animals that died from this disaster are soulless. For someone to ask this question shows that they have a lot of compassion, so much compassion that they have enough to share with the pets that died. People are so narrow minded to think that if you ask this question than they don't care about people. It's very clear that some people think about the whole picture, it shows that they are good thinkers. I have no respect for people who don't care. I would like to see these people get in front of a camera and say "who cares," I bet their attitude would change.

What is a japan relief?

Question:

Answer:

Disaster relief (or emergency management) refers to the process of responding to a catastrophic situation, providing aid to persons and communities who have suffered from some form of disaster.

heres how to help :

http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_newsroom/2…

How can I help animals in Japan?

Question:

I am 20 years old, I live in Santa Barbara California. I have a full time job, but am willing to do anything for these people, pets and animals. Is there any organizations that will take donations, or even take a helping hand in Japan?

Thank you, and god bless everyone through this tragic time.

Answer:

im sorry im not sure about the answer but i just want to say its so sweet of you for thinking of the animals there! i just asked a question about how many animals probably passed in the earthquake/tsunami and people flipped out all "who cares...dont you care about the people!?... animals dont matter in times like this!" it was surprising how many people dont even think of the other types of lives affected :(

I am not making fun of the tsunami in japan but is there sharks and fish in the middle of the street and stuff?

Question:

^^

Answer:

lol

What happens to japan if nuclear radiation goes in the water? or in food?

Question:

what happens to japan if nuclear radiation goes in the water? or in food?

can mutation happen?
is it still safe to drink the water?
what happens if radiation goes in the sea?

what does GY MEAN in toxic ? so many questions can you help me out...

Answer:

For toxicity that means people could vomit and die unless the materials are cleaned out of the supply. strange thing is japan has no nuclear reactors i know of but the u.s.a. has and more than world those not decommissioned after cold war.
as to mutation possibly swelling of face or hair falling out but nothing like Nagasaki and the atom bomb just dying of poisoning if not treated at hospital with cellular regeneration from stem cell research or cans of cellular sealent.

Japan Crisis Heightens...But Could the US news be Over Reacting? Causing More Panic Than Need Be?

Question:

OK so as everyone knows by now Japan is in Ruins, I am devastated for the people and there lives, they have lost so much and seem to not be catching a break. As heart wrenching as the news is and the Nuclear "meltdown" that is going on, could it be a possibility that the U.S. Media could also be adding to the panic through the Media with news reports that are not completely true, and Japan can have this under control, NOW i know they need help that's not the question, question is however, could we as Americans over react and out of panic falsely create more panic than needed?

Answer:

Same thing has occurred to me, too. I used to work for the media, and I'd say the general tendency is to overdramatize things. (I love the joke about the Weather Channel having its "Storm of the Century of the Week" all the time.)

The media do this because it attracts viewers/listeners/readers & that means they can sell more advertising. Business fact of life. Once you understand that, it does help a little in determining how hyped something is. To get a less hyped view, try watching PBS News Hour. They're VERY good at not over-hyping things & covering things in more thoughtful depth. Some say it's boring, but that's the price you pay for getting a more accurate perspective.

What's going on in Japan?

Question:

I heard about the earthquake and tsunami, but now there's something about radiation! Please tell me about the radiation, I want to know what's going on. I hope it won't hurt the Japanese people!! They've suffered enough already :'(

Answer:

There have been blasts in 3 nuclear reactors one of which has been affected in the core which has caused harmful radiations to leak. People who were within 20km of the nuclear plants have been relocated to safe asylums in order to prevent any genetic or somatic effects of radiation. Although the levels are not as high as to be considered fatal, the Japanese think its wise to prevent and minimize damage and casualties. I'm sure they'll be able to deal with this very effectively. I hope everyone is okay there.

South East Texas Here. We Know What it is to Have To Evacuate, What Can We Do For Japan ?

Question:

Some Hurricane Katrina evacuees came here. We either put them up or gave them what they needed to move on further. Then Ike hit us here (Houston,Tx) and we evacuated into already taxed areas. It was bad. So, what can we do for our fellow man in Japan in their time of need?

Answer:

You can donate through "Japan relief" link at the top of Y!A.

Can someone explain about this N-Reactor issue in Japan?

Question:

Iam extremely sorry for the people,this has to be the worst thing anyone could experience in their life.

I understand very much about the earthquake and Tsunami but what is exactly happening there with N-Reactor and what damage is it gonna cause in future?.

Answer:

In short, cooling function of Fukushima Nuke was damaged by the earthquake and tsunami. They are now trying hard to prevent meltdown.

Is my hope to going to japan one day over?

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I'm a 13 (I'll be 14 next month) year old girl from a little unknown town in new York. Sence before I can remember I have been in love with japan. I don't know why, I just have/am. I promised myself that one day when I'm older I'm going to fly to japan and stay there for maybe a month or so and stay in a place I have always loved. But as I'm watching the news with what has happened to my beloved japan I'm wondering, will I ever get to go? Or is it just another dream in my book that I will just have to keep dreaming about and never get to live it? I mean, pretty much all of japan is gone. Just.....gone. Are they ever going to rebuild everything/anything? Or will it all remain as ghost towns? A earthquake. A tsunami. Now nuclear problems?! It's so sad.

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No your hope of going to Japan is not Over! Don't ever give up on your Dreams. I'm actually a 17 year old guy, and I am really interested in going to Japan to visit Tokyo, and Maybe live there for a couple years, I've been in love with japan as well, since I was like 12 years old. By the time you get to go there, they will already be done and rebuilt already. But thankfully Tokyo is Okay! So if you want to go to Tokyo, then you can go without waiting :) I'm going to finish school, and save up some money and go to japan in a couple of years.

How can i help japan?

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i really want to help japan in more ways then just sending money what can i do? what do they what can i send them i know they need everything but should i do shoe boxes for the kids? send them old clothes? do i send boxed food what can i do. i really want to help

Answer:

start by getting off Y!A and getting a flight over to the country

What is happening in Japan now?

Question:

I have heard stories and rumors from girls at school, but what's really going on?

Answer:

there was a terrible earthquake in japan, it caused a tsunami,
it was so powerful that it move Japan 13 feet towards the U.S.
many people are dead
it also shortened our days by like .8 miliseconds because it screwed up the earths north and south poles.
if you want to found out anything else type Japan earthquake 2011 in to google and ALOT of things will pop up.

Info about the Japan quake and tsunami?

Question:

I am referring to the recent tsunami and earthquake in Japan -2011

Tsunami:
How long was it?
How tall was it?
How much damage did it cost?
How fast was it moving?
Where else was affected except for Japan?

Earthquake:
Official Magnitude?
Damage?

any other important statistical information is extremely encouraged and very helpful - thanks!

Answer:

well im not really sure how tall it was but it went over a 30ft wall so pretty tall...
it killed over 10,000 people
it shortened our days by something like .8 milliseconds, because it screwed up the Earths north and South poles.
it moved Japan 13 feet towards the United States,
the waves of the Tsunami were up to like 500 mph
if you need any further information, type your question into Google.
theyre saying it was either an 8.9 or a 9.0 on the Earthquake scale, aaand it was the 5th largest in the world.

What is a japanese song, that gives you the most hope?

Question:

i really need to find one. maybe one thats about holding on, or to keep going. thanks:)

Answer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBE4yUMrn…

How are they going to rehome all those people in japan quake?

Question:

man this has really hit me so hard words cant explain how i feel....it was total beauty just washed away

Answer:

The authority is now thinking about the issue. Some local communities offered housing. But evacuees are too many anyway.

What do u feel about japan?

Question:

i feel what happened to japan was horrible and very sad how do u guys feel about this

Answer:

I feel hopeless, i want to be there to help them out. Sadness sinks into my heart so deep and it feels like someone is pressuring down on my chest. Sometimes I wonder "why" .... this is why I'm trying to do EVERYTHING i can to help out Japan, I pray every night for my family and friends that are there. Hope that everyone's okay. Also... I get a little bit of hope in me because Japan is a strong country and I know they're going to get threw it. They just need a little help from everyone so things won't be as difficult.

Who think the world will come together cause of japan?

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so worried about them even doh im irish i hope the world comes together and forgets war!
anybody agree?

Answer:

They did not forget war after any of our other natural disasters. Why would Japan's tragedy trigger world peace?

Is it safe to buy goods from Japan?

Question:

I know this is a difficult question to ask and I apologize if I seem selfish but I must know if it is safe to buy Japanese goods after the reactor incident has irradiated the USS Ronald Reagan.

Would they test for Irradiation? What safeguards would be in place? Would the package be thoroughly screened?

Also, I've already donated $30 to the Red Cross and encouraged others to do so.

Answer:

well, Asian countries are testing the food products but nothing so far.
If you are asking about other goods (inorganic items) I have NOT heard of these kinds of goods been capable of harmful radiation.

Extra Info,
We can only be exposed to harmful radiation through.
(a) direct radiation; (b) through skin contact with and breathing in the contaminated air; and (c) through consuming the contaminated food and water.

What is Japan's role in it's region?

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I'm writing a paper and I have to include what Japan's role in it's region is... I can't find much online, and we have to have a source, so anyone know any site that talks about it? Preferably something recent. I'd prefer not to use the nuclear/troubles that are going on right now. Would rather talk about something more pleasant lol. It's an easy paper anyway: Only one page! And no I'm not asking to cheat in any way, copy/paste it in my paper, or anything stupid like that! Just posting this while I look up some stuff (And actually doing two other people's work in the class...) so yea...

Answer:

buddism

If I lived in Tokyo for 12 months would I definitely experience an earthquake?

Question:

Answer:

Small earthquakes take place very often in Japan. So yea, you will experience it.

What time is it in Japan now? Best answer is quickest and most acurate?

Question:

Answer as close to 5:00 Central time as possible

Answer:

It's 6:57 in the morning right now.

Do you think this would work cooling the reactors in Japan?

Question:

My solution would be to use Hydrogen to cool the reactors.

Answer:

No, it would only compound the problem. (because it would turn to gas once it's heated, not to mention extreme pressures would be needed)


well it's funny you said hydrogen.

Let me start from the beginning, to let you know whats going on.

The first day they announced that they are shipping coolant.
-this means they had massive pump failure, and it's boiling the water (big problem). When the reactor reaches a certain temp, it cannot be cooled back down, It just stays at that high temp.

So since they couldn't cool it in time, the reactor is now operating at a higher temp.

They announced they flooded it with sea water (this where the hydrogen comes in)
-the plutonium rods are encased in a zinc tube. When water is exposed to zinc at super heated temperatures it oxidizes the zinc. Causing the oxygen atom to bond with the zinc and releasing the hydrogen atom into the atmosphere (or room).

They then announced explosions
-since they didn't dilute the hydrogen with argon or neon (to make it just flammable, not explosive ) they then had a room full of explosive gas, so when something sparked, it blew up.

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How can I help Japan when I have little or no money to give to them?

Question:

I am going to college and right now have a lot of debt so donating money is not a very realistic option, so how else could I help?

Answer:

While not an option you have, because of money, be wary of flying over there now to volunteer. If you become injured or end up getting in the way--you will drain resources and not be helping.

What you can do is find things you don't really need (that awesome poster signed by your favorite person) and donate them to a charity which will sell them, or you can sell them yourself and transfer the funds as a donation! Be wary of your choice of charity to donate to--if you donate--generally the bigger ones donate a lot, but also use a lot just to pay their employees. Look to donate directly to local businesses in the area, which are handing out relief (food, shelter and heat) and remember that Doctors without Borders (MSF) is quite often forgotten because they don't dole out as much to advertise. (Ouch.) A good way to research your charity (especially if you can't give much--you want all of it to count!) is by accessing http://www.charitynavigator.org/ and looking at the amount they actually use to help people out of every dollar.

Please remember if you donate money to NOT specify for which event it is to be used. MSF doesn't even give you this option. This is to ensure that the money you donate can be used almost immediately when new situations arise--while doctors are already there, before reporters and other news sources get their stories straight. This is extremely important.

But what can you do if you cannot even scrounge for money? Cut back now on something a little harder to miss, maybe stop getting cafeteria dessert or buying a tall coffee in the morning--settling for a little less, and save those few dollars a week or month in a bank account for the summer or even next summer. I can assure you that there will be companies and organzations looking for the less-skilled volunteer to help rebuild japan. Even though they are so advanced, they will definitely need all the self-sufficient aids to deliver supplies and rebuild those amazingly engineered houses. If you cannot get together the money for a Japan flight (those are after all quite expensive) consider flying to Haiti with a relief organization that is rebuilding... There are still very many things to be done--supplies to be distributed and houses to be rebuilt. Keep in contact with your local Habitat for Humanity representative so you know of an impending trips and can get on that list as soon as it comes your way.

It's similar to any human disaster, unfortunately. When the tsunami hit Sri Lanka, the Earthquake split Haiti or a sweet elderly woman lost her husband slowly after a 40 year marriage, the majority of people forget after the first few months of sending money aid. When you give an unspecified donation, money can be used where it's needed, even if you weren't aware that country existed, but you need to be aware of that country in the next few years. If you go back in the news sources and find a country that is still repairing itself this summer, and you can't build houses in Japan for 2 months because of (worst scenario) the nuclear fallout, consider going someplace forgotten.

Edit: While I mention visiting Haiti as an option for helping those in need, I want you to be aware of the fact that none of these things can really be done on a whim--even donating, haha--and MUST be researched! WikiTravel reveals that there is a cholera warning in effect in Port-au-Prince as of Oct 2010. While I believe you could easily make yourself informed about the things needed and risks you could possibly encounter, the fact that you, in a similar situation as myself (college student with limited funds) could not discover these things on your own demonstrates the possibility that you are not properly informed, lacking initiative to go and find easily encountered information, or just not the person to go for other reasons. I do not mean to belittle you--what I hope to do is prevent you from making the problem larger in a, yes, not terribly significant way, and sapping supplies and relief for you, or, worse still, injuring, possibly killing you, and thus limiting your worth for the next 70 years. If you are not able or capable now, you may become so in 10 years. Do not limit yourself by making a hasty decision. Always do research and be open minded: accept the oddball who comes along and tries to help you.

I hope your question was answer, and you weren't too irritated with my 'edit'.

What would happen to Japan if the Nuclear Reactors reached critical and exploded/meltdown?

Question:

I've been watching the news and all that and I'm just curious that if either happened what would happen to the surrounding area, how far the disaster would reach, how badly it would effect the country, etc. so can someone explain it to me?

Answer:

fortunately, the vast majority of people in a large exclusion zone have been evacuated so the loss of human life would be far lower than it could be.

however, the long term saftey of animal and vegetable products would be in doubt, and they would probably have to import a lot more of their food supplies. the surrounding villages would probably not be rebuilt, there would be a dead abandonned zone around the fukushima plants.i expect the incidnence of thyroid cancer and birth defects would go up.

likely, nculear power for old reactors would be in question across japan. Licencese for plant life extension in europe and all over the world would also be under scrutiny and it is likely that there would be some change in regulations regarding how long old nuclear power plants are allowed to continue operating as a result. ironically, i expect japan would have to build more nuclear reactors to supply the energy lost by the permanent shutdown of 6 plants.

many survivors would never go back to their home towns. the japanese economy would go into deep recession. life would go on though, but i don't think people would move back to the area for a good 20 years, maybe those for whom everything they've got is in that region. i think the majority of people would try to cut their losses, get as much back on insurance as possible, and live elsewhere.

Has anyone ever visited Japan?

Question:

Its been such a tragic week for the people in Japan after the earthquake and I was feeling very sad about it too with many who have lost their livelihood and homes and some of them have lost their lives. Whose visited japan before and what was it like when they went there? Thanks. I would like to know as its quite a wonderful country otherwise with so many attractions and hospitality.

Answer:

Lived in Nagoya for 8 years. Happiest time of my life. Too many things to love about it.
(I really miss karaoke boxes, riding all over the city with my bike with the basket, and going out for misonikomi ramen after a night out, and ohanami (cherry blossom viewing parties), which start in about 2 weeks...tatami mats...and taking a subway/train to within a 10 min walk of wherever I want to go...and people who know how to behave! Even the service at McDonald's in Japan is incredible)

How does Japan protect themselves from tsunamis?

Question:

ive been watching videos about Japan attacked by tsunamis. have they built a wall or something? its already 2011. ive always wanted to go to Japan except knowing about the tsunamis is frightening.

Answer:

Of course, they built a wall like this.
http://www.mapple.net/photos/H0000036338…

But tsunami this time was so tall that they got over it.

How can anyone actually agree that Japan deserved this trajedy?

Question:

One of my friends posted up a status of facebook saying, "Stay strong Japan, you'll get through this."

And another person commented that Japan deserved it for killing dolphins and it was karma - and there are people who agree with it.

I don't understand how someone can think like that.

Thoughts, opinions?

This is really pissing me off.

Answer:

No continent in the world deserve such tragedy. My roommate who is Japanese couldn't stop crying when she heard about it. her family happened to be at that place when it occurred. They found her parents, but the younger brother is still missing. Even I share the same agony. I have a cousin who lives there, thank god she is in good health and unhurt. I just don't understand these idiots going around laughing at such an horrible event.

What will happen if there is a real melt down in Japan ?

Question:

Answer:

Wide areas around the plant will be contaminated.

Question about Japan's radiation?

Question:

Has it spread anywhere? Is there any possibility it will make it to Scotland? :(

Answer:

I've heard reports from CNN that the winds will carry it northwestern into the stratosphere where it will be harmless. There's alot more in the way before it'll ever make it to you. Namely the U.S.

Would a trip to japan be any cheaper around this time?

Question:

Answer:

are you serious? there is a radiation leak and you want to visit?
there are people dying and you want to go watch that? Unless you're part of the relief effort, i sincerely hope you go and think about all the people dying there rather than the cheapness of your trip.
And i think there's a no fly zone. so no.

Japan/Tokyo Radiation leak?

Question:

I was wondering the the radiation from japan/tokyo reach other countries in Europe ??

Answer:

There is no way that it would reach at Europe.

What do you think about this video Response about the Japan Tsunami?

Question:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lx5yVZ7kFDE&feature=channel_video_title

If you dont want to watch it because its so long, then you dont have to. But for those who are interested, what are your thoughts about this topic?

Answer:

"The time of the end is near and nobody could deny that."

I think that's a moronic thing to say. So, at the 1:30 mark, I stopped watching.

(I suppose it can be debated what "near" means.)

This has been said thousands of times by thousands of fear-mongerers. And it will be said by thousands more. Someday one guy will be lucky enough to get it right.

The big disaster will be due to people's inhumanity to other people, but when that will happen nobody knows.

How can I help Japan without actually donating money?

Question:

I'd like to donate money, but I don't have any, and even for the short amounts of time that I DO have money, it's not very much and I need to use it for things like lunch at school. My dad plans on donating some, but I'd like to help, too. I don't really think that my parents donating their money counts for me, because, as I said, it's THEIR money. Part of the reason I really want to help is because a lot of my favorite TV shows and stuff were created in Japan (comic books/manga and anime). I live in Austin, Texas. I'm pretty sure that the part I live in is the northwest part, but I'm not sure, as I suck at that sort of thing. I guess I'm thinking some kind of volunteer organization, one that accepts minor volunteers. I'm Googling it, also, but I thought I'd ask for help. And no religious organizations, please (considering that it IS the conservative part of Austin, I figured there'd be a few of those around here), as they're most likely Christian, and that would make things quite awkward. I can donate stuff, though. Like maybe toiletries, bottles and toys for the child and baby victims, and recreational stuff for the teenagers and adults (drawing pads or puzzles or something. I've got like 15 1000 piece puzzles that I'll never use. Not an exaggeration there. I really want to donate recreational stuff because I think that it's very important to be able to laugh and have fun, especially in a situation like this). I don't know. I'll probably end up making a list of things I can donate. A place I can bring this stuff to, or a website with an address I can send it to, would be great. And, of course, a place where I can go to help that will let me. Thanks.

Answer:

It sounds like you're in junior high or high school, so it's not likely that you have a job. So it's not a big deal that you don't have money. I love your concern and eagerness to help, that's what counts. Unfortunately right now, those people don't have any homes, food, water, cars- any of the essentials that people need to survive. So they really don't have the need for puzzles and toys right now until they can get some of the mess figured out and some stable shelters and food for people. But in 6 months to a year that would be a great idea to donate those things of yours. You could probably contact the Red Cross near you about that.
You won't be able to actually go to Japan and volunteer your time as you are underage, and they need professionals trained in disaster right now. But you could set up a fund raiser to earn money, walk around to your neighbors and ask if they would like to donate, ask fellow students, ask people outside the grocery store and then donate all the proceeds to the Red Cross or another organization that is active there right now. It's great that you care, I hope you can make a small difference!

If safe to go vacation?

Question:

in may it safe to go vacation in japan in may 20 to june 5

Answer:

At the moment, that's probably not the greatest plan. Considering that,not only are they having nuclear power plant problems, and also that the whole place is in turmoil, it's probably not going to work out. Japan just got hit by a tsunami, so I think the least of your problems would be the fact that you might have a little trouble finding a hotel and some sights to see that haven't been damaged or closed because of this disaster!

Can i go to japan after the M9.0 quake?

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Can i travel to japan in about 2-3 years from now, considering the amount that leaked off the nuclear power plants?

Answer:

Most of Japanese land has no problem. Only areas around the plant is not OK.

What's so bad about the radiation in japan what are the consequences ?

Question:

Answer:

radiation poisoning interferes with the DNA in your cells causing failures at a high rate. Your body basically corrupts itself to death with mistakes during the cell replication process. Damage to your DNA is permanent too so you don't just "get better" by moving away after having radiation poisoning.

In short, you develop cancer all over your body and die from it. Not a pleasant way to die I assure you.

Are there a lot of Christian musicians in japan?

Question:

okay before i start i'd like to point out that I HATE J-POP! I'm not an anime/manga/music/fanfiction NERD. Anyway, I read that there are Christian musicians in Japan, but how large is that number? i ask because I've been considering translating christian music into Japanese (i would need a japanese person to help me) to help spread the gospel and stuff. But if there is already a good number, there is no reason for me to go through the trouble. Anyone know how large the christian musician group is in japan?

and also, does this sound like a good idea? i'm pretty sure Japanese people are into the robot-singer thing (i know americans are) but would this actually help spread a Christian message?

ONE MORE THING. it would be modern stuff like Tobymac, casting crowns, natalie grant, etc.

Answer:

There are very few Christians in Japan. According to the CIA World Fact Book less than 1% of Japanese identify themselves as Christian.

I lived in Japan for three years and studied Japanese at university for several years before that. I've been in the Japanese community for nearly twenty years and have yet to hear a Christian song on the radio or on television. There are a couple of churches in the city I lived in but to be honest they were mostly attended by expatriate Americans or Brazilian-Japanese. The one exception was the rather large LDS Church congregation with mostly Japanese but I never heard anything resembling pop or rock music there.

Still, given that there are 130,000,000 Japanese I'm sure there would be a demand of some kind. I say 'no harm in trying'. Good luck to you.

I need to ship and Emergency Package to a U.S. Marine in Japan?

Question:

I need to send him a full supply on Iodine pills and survival gear. Yes, you would think our government would care about our military and issue them iodine pills but no they are sending our boys, my husband in to a nuclear holocaust un protected!! I Absolutely have to get him a supply of iodine pills as soon as I can. I have to send it to his FPO AP address. Have they cut off commercial shipping to Japan or will my package get to him. I cant stress enough how bad he needs this I just wanna make sure he will actually get it. My question is if they wont let any other packages but emergency packages come in Japan or on the Military ships? IS there any way I can send it saying it needs to get to him for medical purposes?

Answer:

sure only in united state postal service only but u can delivery the fed ex or ups too double check first if they refuse sent to united postal service

Will japan cause the end of the world?

Question:

Ive been thinking...all of these nuclear plants out in japan and everywhere else will be the cause of our extinction. There have been multiple explosions, and I'm thinking, the radiation is really going to affect us. the human species is so stupid, we end up killing ourselves because we want to have war and diseases to kill other people. UG

Answer:

Japan's nuclear incident currently classified as a level 4 nuclear incident. The Chernobyl disaster in Russia during 1986 was a level 7 (highest) and we're all still standing here today are we not? :)

Could the radiation from japan reach the USA?

Question:

I'm scared that the radiation could reach the us and I'm in new hampshire...anyone know more information about the radiation in japan and of it could reach any part of the us... Especially new Hampshire or massachusetts.

Answer:

As of now no. If this becomes a nightmare-ish problem then the West Coast might experience a slight amount. East Coast USA has nothing to worry about from direct radiation fallout.

If I were to say the word "baker" in Japanese...?

Question:

In reference myself, would I keep the ~san in pan'ya-san? Or would I just be pan'ya? But isn't that a bread store? How does pan'ya-san differ from pan'ya-shokunin?

Also, what are the other words for baker?

Answer:

>would I keep the ~san in pan'ya-san? Or would I just be pan'ya?

You can say both. But panya is common. Some people say panya san.

>How does pan'ya-san differ from pan'ya-shokunin?

Panya san is a baker store. Panya shokunin is someone (particularly with skill) who is working there.

>Also, what are the other words for baker?

Panya is most common.

How can i help Japan?

Question:

Here's what i did so far.
- i asked the principle for permission, if our school can get into it
- i asked my other teacher who helped us donate to many other disasters
- planned an event where me and my friends all go to four corners (our thing) to hold up signs for donations and honking for japan.
- i posted on my Facebook wall for every like i donate a quarter to Japan and it's all adding up :)

I wanted to know if i can do this without getting in trouble.

-can i have a group go into the streets holding up signs saying honk for Japan?
- Can i go on to the streets asking for little donations like a dollar or 50 cents?
- Can i do all that without getting in trouble?

because i am a little 7th grader who is determined to help Japan and i need many answers as possible so japan can once again be restored. I feel so bad for them, i mean think of all the incidents, i mean one is enough right? Think of how they died, how they died thinking "why is this happening to me" "i don't want to die" but they HAVE TO, they couldn't fight to live except to run and scream and do what they can. Those stupid incidents is what caused their lives to be gone. Even just one person dying is enough.

Sadly this world isn't fair, but for those of you guys who always leave stupid answers like "thats your problem" than i suggest you shut your mouth please. I'm serous and this is no joke. I'd like to see you guys terrified to death , getting you head squished in that terrifying moment.

Answer:

yeah i think u have to ask the city council first..good for u that your doing all of this

not really sure..but as long as u dont disturb the peace it should be ok...if u do find out how to contact them maybe ask a parent to talk for you

What causes the high suicide rate in Japan?

Question:

Ive heard that there are over 30,000 suicides in Japan every year. Thats very high compared to other countries!

Japan is beautiful.. what would make the people do that?

Answer:

Everything is strict. hahaha I am Japanese American, I have worked for a Japanese company and companies that deal with Japanese. Though ethnically I am japanese, both parents and grandparents are japanese. I would not be considered japanese, I don't speak japanese, I do understand some japanese, and I was taught some of the customs and learned about some of the customs.

The stresses involves working for the good of community, family and the family name. Which I call "island" mentality. Since you are on a small island, city, town, company, unit. You are expected to do what is best for....!!! In this expectation, the individual can be lost or conflicted. So, when the parents push their children to go to Tokyo University and pass the entrance exam, and they don't pass. Or the parents want their young adult to work for so and so company and they don't get in. Or the aging adult is laid off from a 20 year job because of cut backs. Or the person has an affair with a neighbor. and then the parents might nag at the child. Or neighbors make comments about the situation, did you get in? Sorry You did not make it. Etc. Or the neighbors ignore you because of your failure or affair or.... They may not know the nice thing to say so they say nothing. Its communal without it necessarily being cooperative.

Safe Mangaka - Katsura Hoshino?

Question:

So, we all know Katsura Hoshino - mangaka of D. Gray-man, Zone, and Continue.

But thus far, I've only found her on one safe list...and that was in Spanish. D:

I'm just extremely worried about Hoshino-sensei. Does anyone know for sure if she's okay?

Answer:

She worked for Vizmanga/media and they said that all their mangakas are safe so she should be :D

Any suggestions for help evacuating a filipina from Japan?

Question:

I have a friend from the Philippines in her 20's that is living and working in Japan. She is in rather desperate need of evacuating back home to the Philippines. She is totally without means of doing so due to the fact that she went to Japan to get work to provide a better life for her poverty stricken family and to provide an education for her young son which she was forced to leave behind with her elderly Mother. She is a single mother divorced from the child's father since he was an infant due to physical and mental abuse as well as him being a drug user. She was working in Japan but due to the situation there the business where she was employed ceased operations almost immediately following the crisis situation. This left her with no income and since she was sending her entire meager salary except for her necessary living expenses back to her family she has no savings. I am unable to help financially in obtaining her a flight out and would appreciate any assistance or suggestions. She is alone there and absolutely terrified. There has been very limited contact with her since the earthquake and tsunami due to lack of cellular phone service. It has been intermitent and her cellphone is her only means of communicating and thus causes even greater worry and frustration for both her and her family.

Answer:

She needs to get in contact with either the immigration bureau who can help her contact the embassy if she doesn't know how, or to contact the Filipino embassy.

Can someone translate this into japanese for me?

Question:

"I wish that Japan recovers from the tsunami/earthquake quickly."

Answer:

"私は、日本が迅速に津波/地震から回復することを願っています。"

I'm moving to a new COUNTRY???!!!?

Question:

About a month ago, I found out my family needs to move to JAPAN. Some people would be so excited, (like my anime freak best friend) but, I need to leave my friends, go to a new place I rarely ever go to, and since I have been slacking off on my Japanese studies for about almost 5 years now, I have the knowledge of a 1st grader. I am freaking out in my head! We're going to move in probably mid-June, but I am not entirely sad. I mean, the food is good, and I get to see my relatives more often. Sitll, my biggest worry is LANGUAGE! FREAKIN LANGUAGE!!! I'm afraid I'll get nothing right, and I can't read anything in school, (well, except for English studies. Easy!) and if people will think of me as an idiot (which I'm not, seriously). I am worried about leaving my BFFs and everything I've come to know, but you can always skype, web-cam, chat, email, call, etc... if it's your friend, so it is not as bad. By the way, I'm SUPER shy. I even have trouble talking to my teachers! So can you please tell me how to deal with this?????

Answer:

Well, at the moment, Japan needs people like your father, so I would imagine he will be very busy as soon as he arrives.

As regards the language barrier, you'll get through it. Keep trying, keep working at it. It does take time, but you'll improve in a matter of weeks. Nothing like total immersion to make someone very good at another language. But it wouldn't hurt to start working on it now.

Japanese sentence. what does it mean?

Question:

My friend wrote this "×なっと　○なっとう=納豆"
Kakeru. Nattou=nattou?

What is he saying??
I posted a video of me eating Nattou and this was his reply.
I noticed it's written natto and nattou. whats the difference?

Answer:

Nattou is Nattou. Natto is just spelled wrong and doesn't mean anything. You're friend is probably just trying to point out the difference to you.

What is the essential steps for japan ?

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Answer:

stop the nuclear meltdown first. then take it from there.

How can China/Japan/Taiwan sell to the U.S. so cheap?

Question:

I can buy items so cheaply at local Asian stores, compared to typical stores. And when I buy online from Asia, its so very cheap!

If 100 yen = about $1.25 in our money... how are Asians even making profit when they sell to us?

Answer:

Japanese goods are not cheap. Do not lump them together with China and Taiwan.

As for China and possibly Taiwan. Cheap labor and a population desperate for work so they fill those cheap labor jobs.

What can I buy with 100 yen?

Question:

In all of Asia? Examples please?

Answer:

You need 105 yen to buy anything at a 100-yen shop. The extra 5 yen is consumption tax.

How do you say "Pray for Japan" in Japanese?

Question:

Can some one please translate this for me? I am working on setting up a charity and would like both the verbal spelling and the Japanese spelling of "Pray for Japan"

Answer:

Direct translation : 日本の為に祈る
( I / we) pray for Japan = 日本の為に祈ります
(let's we should) pray for Japan = 日本の為に祈りましょう

but in Japan, the word "pray" is uncommonly / unnaturally. (very religious)
I prefer " 日本を応援してます！ ( I support Japan) "

Need help with japanese?

Question:

How do I say "Right now I've arived to the place I'll be recording my video. It's really cold today, it seems so gloomy!" in Japanese kanji/ramaji? Simple and casual matter?

Answer:

今 私は 来た ビデオ を レコードする ところに. 今日は 本当 に 寒いんだから 薄暗い!

ima watashi wa kita bideo wo record suru tokoro ni. kyou wa hontou ni samui ndakara usugurai.

How can I send a care package to those suffering in Japan right now?

Question:

I don't have a lot of money, but I would like to donate some canned goods, popcorn, etc, that I do have to help those less fortunate right now. I looked at the Red Cross Japan Relief page advertised on Yahoo Answers today. They are only taking cash donations. I am specifically looking to donate food, supplies, books, magazines, etc that I already have and that they can use. Does such a service exist?

Answer:

You have a good heart, but this is not a good idea. Much of Japan is intact, and goods that would be prohibitively expensive to ship, are locally available and inexpensive.

Also, read this good article about disaster donations:
http://goodintents.org/disaster/the-dos-…

Is what happened in Japan called an ACT OF GOD?

Question:

SURE A NICE GUY TI HAVE AROUND......must help your belief inGod...

Answer:

i think he punished them for killing whales and dolphins.

Willl japan be back to normal by christmas?

Question:

im going on holiday to japan at christmas and i was wondering if there was going to be another quake and if you think it will be back to norm? thanks

Answer:

Much of Japan south of Tokyo is operating normally as of right now. Given the nuclear disaster does not take a nightmare scenario turn, everything related to tourism should be perfectly normal by x-mas.

Why they are still many Japanese people that belief that the emperor is a living GOD?

Question:

Answer:

Some may have in 1945, but not today.

Looking for a good labor would like to go to japan to help?

Question:

i am a merchandiser for many big stores here in the us a set up person looking for someone to go who is looking.would like to get on you team. i set up lowe's,best buy home depot.sears and many more.

Answer:

Jeffery, to work in Japan you need to have a four year degree, that means a BA / BS degree. You also need to have a job offer before you get there. The unskilled jobs you're talking about will go to people already living there. If a Japanese can do the job, they will always be hired first. Sorry.

Will you PLEASE help Japan?

Question:

Please answer if your on my side!

Answer:

No

What does SK mean in Japanese?

Question:

I am watching a Japanese drama (SCHOOL!!) and they are talking about an SK scandal as a result of a student kissing another student.
And no matter how much I search I just can't seem to find the meaning of this, this isn't the first time I have heard this word mentioned. Several movies, also real life conversations have brought up this term "SK scandal" and I have never been able to find the meaning. Can someone tell me what does it mean?
Thanks

Answer:

It means sex scandal. SK is short for sex or sekkusu (セックス) in Japanese. It's like saying "f-word" instead of the actual profanity in order to be less vulgar/less offensive.

In Japan, what are the vacation dates for high school students?

Question:

Stuff like when is Golden Week, when and how long is Summer Vacation or Winter Vacation, or if there are any other days.

Answer:

Spring- March 24th-April 7th
Golden Week- April 30th-May 5th
Summer- End of July- September 1st.
Winter Vacation- December 26th- January 4th

In Japan, what are the vacation dates for high school students?

Question:

Stuff like when is Golden Week, when and how long is Summer Vacation or Winter Vacation, or if there are any other days.

Answer:

Spring- March 24th-April 7th
Golden Week- April 30th-May 5th
Summer- End of July- September 1st.
Winter Vacation- December 26th- January 4th

How to speak with Japanese Christians?

Question:

I was curious, is there any sort of web presence/website for Japanese Christians?

Of course it would be in Japanese and I couldn't read it anyway..

But still. I am aware the amount of Christians in Japan is very low..two percent maybe? Take out the missionaries and who knows how many would be left. I have been curious for some time what life is like for them. I imagine the spiritual side of them is quite isolated.

Answer:

There are many websites of churches or Christians on Japanese webs. If you can google it in Japanese, you can easily find them.

Can anyone tell me the name and key of the Japanese flute that was used in the last samurai in this video?

Question:

I was guessing that it was either a Shakuhachi or a Shinobue but I want to be sure so please an expert of or someone that knows a lot about this what type of Japanese flute is that playing at the beginning of 4:03 to 4:28 and what key is it in? thank you

here is the link to the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA7Xz2JB_kk

Answer:

Sounds vaguely like a shakuhachi to me too, but the sample is too short to tell for sure.

The Japan Crisis, how can I help?

Question:

This entire situation is terrible, i was wondering are there any ways to help? And who is this Mike Sellitto kid? He's talking so much garbage about Japan its disgusting.............Well at least the Japanese olympic swim team is gunna be kick *** at the next olympics :D

Answer:

Is it not possible to use Nitregen since its temp is -465 degrees? wouldnt this help if they can lay pipe from ground or from top down to recool water.
just a thought. Derek W Palm

also Nitrengenerators are all over the place and you can have the installed in a day.

What will happen to Japan?

Question:

Answer:

They'll get over this and keep on going.

Donating Money To Japan's tragedy?

Question:

how do i donate money to japan in cash?

Answer:

Ahhh...the catch is that you said "in cash"; no problem. You can donate to the Red Cross through any Coinstar machine (they can usually be found at any grocery store). If not, just look up Red Cross in your phone book, there is bound to be a office near you.

Japanese festival games?

Question:

Well my japanese club is raising money for the tsunami victims through a japanese festival but i cant think on and games to put in. I already know kendama but that is about it. Please help.

Answer:

http://www.helpdonatejapan.com (most reliable donation website I have come across)

[Nonprofit organization linked to American Red Cross]

Japan needs you!! Find it in your heart to provide help to those in need. God bless you all! Tsunami and earthquake relief funds - nonprofit organization.
Donations for Japan relief efforts for the devastating tsunami and earthquake. Donations provide for food, shelter, fresh water, medical kits, iodine, search teams, toiletries, radiation masks etc (each person who donates receives a thank you package and a letter showing where your donations went and how they helped)

What parts of japan were damaged in tsunami? cities, regions, etc?

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Answer:

The prefectures in Northeast Japan: Iwate, Miyagi and Fukushima. Miyagi had the biggest death toll because it has a higher population. Sendai is the main city in Northeast Japan and half of it was destroyed.

Would radiation affect mail coming out of Japan?

Question:

Can the radiation in Japan affect mail going to other countries? I pre-ordered a CD from CDJapan last month that just shipped yesterday and was thinking about that.

Answer:

you are safe,the only thing it might affect is the shipping time . it might take a little bit longer than usual .

as for the cd , you can easily order them from US for a lot cheapper than cdjapan at http://myjpop.com/jpop-myjpop-japanese-m… . everytime i ordered from them i received my cds in only 2-3 days.

What ares in japan are unaffected?

Question:

Are there ares in japan that are not affect by the tidal wave and the recent nuclear plant disasters?

Thanks

Answer:

Most of Japan is not affected.

Affected areas are coastal areas in Iwate, Miyagi and Fukushima. It's not just Sendai and around that.

Japan disaster donations.?

Question:

Does anyone know if any of U.S. corporations or banks donated to Japan yet,or is it just going to be the good old US citizens?

Answer:

LMFAO. Yea right. Its always us donating even though they(the banks) have the most money.

Can i get re-entry permit in shin-yurigaoka office?

Question:

i am foreigner living and registered in tokyo. the line for the re-entry permit in shinagawa is abysmal. can i get a re-entry permit in shin-yurigaoka even though i am not a resident of kanagawa?

Answer:

You used to be able to get a single use re-entry permit at the airport. Why not see if you can still do that?
I am baffled as to why so many long term gaijin in Japan don't have a multiple re-entry permit anyway, you just renew it with your visa at the immigration office.

Since the earthquake, has Japanese people started going back into worshiping their shrines & Gods?

Question:

Non disrespectful answers pleas! =[

I want to know if Japanese people have gone back to praying to their gods now that this catastrophe has happened.

Chaos is usually followed with spiritual belief after all.

Also what gods are they praying to?

If im not mistaken there's individual ones for different things. =o

[Side note]

This question is asked with the utmost respect for their beliefs. Also while im at it id like to ask if you can donate to red cross or join a relief group to help the Japanese.

Answer:

No.