Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Japanese Restaurants with websites?

Question:

I'm doing a class project for Geography and I'm doing it on Japan.
I need some Japanese restaurants that are in japan, and if they have a website, I need it because I need to check the menu to get a price.

Answer:

Quintessence - Tokyo
http://www.quintessence.jp/english/menu.…

Sukiyabashi Jiro (can't find the website, but it is extremely good...& very pricey)

Ishikawa - Tokyo
http://www.kagurazaka-ishikawa.co.jp/eng…

Hamadaya - Tokyo
http://www.hamadaya.info/pc/english/othe…

There's a Joel Robuchon restaurant in Tokyo as well and Gordon Ramsay at Conrad Tokyo
http://conradhotels.hilton.com/en/ch/hot…

Japanese Restaurants with websites?

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What are some things i can make to represent Toyko, Japan, and Barcelona, Spain?

Question:

i have to do a project and i need to make small things or food to represent Tokyo or Barcelona. I want it simple.. so please help me ! its due on thursday!! anything would workk as long as its simple and easyy!. thanks guys!

Answer:

There are many foods for representing Tokyo like sushi, tempura, sukiyaki, onigiri, sashimi, etc.

Would you like to buy an android app that tells you how to pray at Japanese shrine for $0.99?

Question:

I will develop an android app you can learn how to pray at Japanese shrines and temples. The Japanese female animation will tell you how. The basic graphics could be for anime and manga otaku character.

Answer:

I wouldn't. Why pay $0.99 for something I can find for free on the internet or in library books, or by asking my friends in Japan?

How do i convince my family that Japan is safe?

Question:

Recently i got a teaching position on Shikoku island Japan. However i havent told my family yet because they are going to be upset about the recent earthquakes. How do i convince them that everything will be fine. I dont think telling the that im outside the radiation area is going to be enough of an excuse.

any advice would help

Answer:

Life is full of risks, whatever you do. You could stay home, and get hit by a bus tomorrow. Risk is not reason to keep yourself locked up in a box, doing safe things.

That said, going to Japan -- especially Shikoku -- isn't that risky in the grand scheme of things. The radiation is not a problem there, and they do have typhoons and earthquakes, but they've had them for thousands of years. They know what to do, and you'll probably be safe.

Even with this recent disaster -- which was one of the most horrible, destructive, powerful disasters in the last 1000 years -- very few English teachers died.

Do you think some facts would help? Take a look at the earthquakes on the United States Geological Survey http://earthquake.usgs.gov/ If you zoom into Shikoku on the world map, you'll see that there weren't any earthquakes there in the last week (as of this writing).

Also, the ministry of education takes readings of the radiation, which you can find in English here: http://www.mext.go.jp/english/incident/1…

And finally, you can find what's going on in Japan by looking at any of the English-language newspapers' websites. I've been using the Daily Yomiuri. http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/

Hope that helps. (-: If not, shake some sense into them!

How much did the USA help Japan vs. Haiti?

Question:

I just remember hearing about the support for Japan for about two weeks.... But, when Haiti was hit (by a lot less), we heard of it for months... Why?

What have we been doing? Are we afraid to help due to the nuclear reactors having "meltdowns"?

Answer:

The disaster in Japan was the tsunami which killed over 10,000 people, not the power plant problem which has harmed no one and is stable other than the cleanup that is ongoing (the tsunami really messed up the site). If anything, the situation shows how safe nuclear power is. Consider that forty year old plants were hit with an earthquake five times the strength they were designed for and yet they still shut down safely. The generators came on like they were supposed to when grid power was cut. Then the tsunami hit and the generators were wiped out. However, the battery backup still worked for the designed eight hours. The problem happened when no new generators could be put in. Even so the problems have been minimal--media scare mongering for ratings not withstanding.

Here is an informative article describing the situation:
http://bravenewclimate.com/2011/03/13/fu…

And here is where you find current, factual status information:
http://www.iaea.org/newscenter/news/tsun…
Historical status:
http://www.iaea.org/newscenter/news/2011…

And a slide presentation that describes the effects:
http://www.slideshare.net/iaea/radiologi…

And here is a chart that helps make sense of the numbers:
http://www.xkcd.com/radiation/

As far as helping out goes, there are a number of charities involved, but it's going to help the victims of the tsunami.

How to say "How do you like the new song?" in Japanese?

Question:

How do you say "How do you like the new song?" in Japanese?
or alternatively, "How do you like Tohoshinki's new song?"

Please and thank you ^^

Answer:

Japanese doesn't have the connotation for "How do you like"
It's either "How is the song?" or "Do you like the song?"

新しい - adjective, means "new"
歌 - song / melody / jam
どう - how (how is it)
好き - like
東方神起 - Tohoshinki (DBSK)

Now, let's put it together.

How is Tohoshinki's new song? - 東方神起の新しい歌はどうですか？
Do you like Tohoshinki's new song? - 東方神起の新しい歌が好きですか？

Okinawan, kansai, Uchinaaguchi, or standard japanese?

Question:

Okay so I'm moving to japan this summer permanently. 14 years old nisei, and I speak Japanese fluently(no gaijin accent)

But I normally speak with a heavy kansai dialect(kansai ben) because my mom is from Osaka. I can try to speak the standard dialect but I do still have a noticeable amount of kansai and okinawan dialect in there. However I also speak Uchinaaguchi (the native Okinawan language) fluently, which I know is rare but I do cause my dad is like hardcore Okinawan and has forced me to speak to him with it ever since I was little.

Soooo my question is, whether I should the standard dialect(hyoujungo), kansai-ben, or uchinaaguchi.

10 points!! thanks guys(:

Answer:

It depends on which part of Japan you're moving to. But anyways, I don't think you have to worry too much about Kansai or Hyojungo, there has been quite a mixing of these 2 dialects together, especially in casual speech such as めちゃ for すごく and あかん for だめ.　

Uchinaaguchi is not that widely spoken though, so people might not know if you speak in that dialect.

In which region of japan :) best for tuna fishing?

Question:

hello i want to fish tuna fishes in japan which region has many many blue fin tuna fishes so i can earn at least more money where can i go to fish tuna fishes in japan i heard tuna fishes sell for more rate in japan :)

so i m interested to make so much money :) etc :) say me which region is best for fishing of tuna fishes in japan :) and how to reach that place through Tokyo :) i wanna earn minimum of 100000$ by selling tuna fishes is it possible in japan :)

i heard japan has world biggest market :) so which region is best for fishing tuna in japan where many blue fin tuna fishes live etc

and how much can i get for a large blue finn tuna etc :) say me that too

Answer:

You have to go out to sea to catch tuna. How do you plan on catching them ? Do you have a million dollar ship ?
You can get a can of tuna at Safeway for 79 cents.

Nikko national park day trip questions?

Question:

My boyfriend and I will be going to Nikko national park for a day trip and its hard to find concrete info. We want to see the shinkyo bridge, a shrine or two, a waterfall and maybe the lake....Is it all too spread out or can we actually walk around to see all of these things in one day? Also does it cost any money at all?
thanks for your help

Answer:

You want one of the Tobu Nikko Passes which will save you each a few thousand yen. Those things are spread out so you'll need to take the bus (included in the pass) to get from place to place. I would strongly recommend you spend a night in Nikko. Otherwise you'll be too hurried and you'll also miss the best parts of Nikko's days (dusk and dawn).

http://traveljapanblog.com/wordpress/201…

Why Chinese and Japanese language so similar?

Question:

They look similar, some words are exactly the same, like numbers...

Answer:

Japanese has borrowed most of their Kanji from Chinese in Tang Dynasty. Because The Tang Dynasty was one of the most prosperous dynasties in Chinese history. Japanese people came to visit a lot. So they learned a lot of things from China, took those back to Japan, and use them as theirs. Besides the language, Japanese kimono borrowed from Chinese Chi-pao as well.

Does the people and country of japan celebrate Chrismass?

Question:

Answer:

Less than 1% of Japanese are Christian. But many celebrate the day just for fun. People put up lights on the outside of their house or yard. Many will exchange gifts / cards. They have Christmas cards just like we have. It's just a time to have fun with family and friends, much like Halloween.
Universal Studios in Osaka puts up large Christmas light displays.They even have a large Hello Kitty made out of lights.

Since Japanese people come from China, why are they hostile towards China?

Question:

Answer:

We did not come from China.
Most probably, majority of Japanese ancestors came from Mongolia long before the Jomon Period.
I don't deny Mongolians were mixed with Chinese and Koreans before they reached Japan more than 20,000-30,000 years ago to say the least.
But, seriously, don't you think that many of Mongolians and the Japanese look so close each other that you cannot tell the difference between them?

Do you have to call the school to miss a day in japan?

Question:

In anime, sometimes I see students calling in sick and I don't see it often in Maryland. So I wounder in japan do they HAVE to call in? Also does it happen in maryland too?

Answer:

It's common sense in Japan to call the school when kids miss a day.

Do you call common sense as "required" or "have to"? It's up to you.

>Also does it happen in maryland too?

Why do you ask about Maryland on Japan section? And you already said "don't see it often in Maryland"

I'm still not sure if I want to live in Japan or stay in America?

Question:

I'm going to make a pros and cons list later. Is that a good method of deciding or no? Japan is probably my favorite country in the world, I think. I can't verify that because I've never been there (I'm only 14 -.-) During the day, I always think about living in Japan, but at night I think it over and want to stay in America. So is a pros and cons list a good method to decide which country to live in?

Additional question: I've heard that there are many smokers in Japan and they aren't permitted to smoke outside. Is this true?

Answer:

There is going to be a lot of homesickness. I went for just 2 weeks on a holiday, and I was already very lonely and ready to go home. Living there, there is a period after around 2 - 3 months where all you see is the bad aspects of Japan, and this is where a lot of people give up and move back home. I know this is hard to believe if you love Japan, but it really does happen.

Anyway, I don't know if that actually answers your question, so in regards to that:
Yes, a pros and cons list is a good idea. Just be sure you do thorough research however, and make sure you 'cons' list is fair and accurate.

If you have lots of friends in America, and are close with your family, you may find it difficult to leave them, and it may be a good idea to stay in the USA, at least until you're a lot older.

It's definitely a good idea to visit before making the big decision. And of course, you need that 4 year university degree.

And although living there can be rewarding, spending all your time there 24/7 may make the experience tiring after a while. Of course, this may be hard to believe also, but it does happen too. Spending only a few weeks there at a time may keep Japan fresh and exciting to you.
Don't forget, you can stay up to 3 months on a tourist visa if you can afford it.

I don't mean to be trying to put you off Japan here, but I just know many people who hype Japan up to be the best place on Earth, and when they actually get there and realize it's an ordinary country, with many hardships of its own, actually leave there disappointed.

I wish you all the best for the future, wherever it may be. :)

Is there a difference between Wakame and Phytessence Wakame?

Question:

I want to have smooth skin like my sister does, and she says she uses our mom's seaweed known as Wakame. I searched it and it says that Phytessence Wakame helps your skin. Are these the same? Do I own Phytessence or just Wakame??? Do both of them have the same effect????

Answer:

There is no single answer as to which substance will improve your skin. You better use both of them and see which one is really better for your skin.

What should I send my Scottish and Japanese pen pals?

Question:

I am looking for gifts to send her from America. Can you please list some specific items? What is in America that is'nt in Scotland? The same for Japanese. What should I send her that she might be interested in?

Answer:

I'm Japanese. Send your Scots penpal a bottle of Yamazaki 12yr.

Is this proper Japanese?

Question:

"二分　ぐらい　まっすぐ　歩いて"
Trying to say "Walk straight for two minutes"

Answer:

excellent. If, however, you want to be a little more polite, you would say”二分　ぐらい　まっすぐ　歩いてください”　（Ａｄd”ください" after "歩いて”）

What is the pronunciation of her name, please?

Question:

桂　銀淑
I guess her surname is Katsura but I can't figure out her first name.
Is it Ginjuku?

Her is a song of hers:
Tôkyô Blues
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39K4AcFw4…

Answer:

けい・うんすく（a Korean singer）
http://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%A1%82%E…

Does Japan watch subbed American shows like Americans watch subbed Japanese shows?

Question:

Like any shows really. We see plenty of english subbed anime. I was curious as to if Japan has Japanese-subbed American shows.

Answer:

We can enjoy American movies on TV with Japanese subtitles almost every week. But American TV shows are rarely broadcast here in Japan.
Probably, they don't make any sense to Japanese audience at all due to our cultural difference.
I think many of our Japanese "variety shows" would not make any sense either in your country for the same reason.

Very short simple two sentence English to Japanese Translation Help Question?

Question:

Hello everyone! Was wondering if a Native Japanese speaker/writer could possibly translate this for me:

"Thank very much for the reply! I just sent you a email! :D"

Answer:

Why no answer after three hours.

o-henji arigato gozaimasu. e-mail okutta tokoro desu :D

Opium War In China and Japan?

Question:

What relation did the opium wars in China have to do with Japan? Can someone make any definite connections? The focus is around 19th century japan.

Answer:

Check Wikipedia first of all for this kind of topic.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Opium…

Basically, it had nothing to do with Japan. But Japanese leaders were horrified to know that Western nations were much stronger than Qing.

Is this right(JAPANESE LANGUAGE)?

Question:

Right now i'm doing my japanese language home work,I need to know if this sentence make sense.

Raishu no doyobi tomodachi to tabemashita.

Last saturday,I ate with my friend.

Answer:

Raishuu means Next week.
Senshuu is last week.

Senshuu no doyoubi wa tomodachi to issho ni ( XXX wo) tabemashita.
last saturday, I ate (XXX) with my friend.

good luck

Has anyone traveled to Ibigawa Japan-- what would you say is a must see in that region?

Question:

Answer:

Ibigawa is a small town in Gifu prefecture. Please refer to this sites for more infos:

http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Catego…
http://www.town.ibigawa.gifu.jp/

How is Japan right now? Are everyone okay there?

Question:

I mean the people ... are everyone safe now in japan? Do they have things like tents and food? What is the status of the radiation? Please tell me, thanks.

Answer:

Most people in Japan have been safe. It's only a small fraction of Japanese people who faced with any danger.

>Do they have things like tents and food?

Japan is not a refugee camp. 99% of Japanese people live in their house.

Around what kind of salary could I expect to make teaching in a Private High School in Tokyo.?

Question:

I have about 10 years teaching experience, but not in the subject I am going to be teaching.
Does anyone know any pay scales, or can someone give me some kind of range.
Thanks!

Answer:

If you're teaching English in high schools you'll start on 240,000yen per month (3,000 dollars) but if you're appropriately qualified and experienced to teach in 'International' schools e.g. the American School in Yokohama, then you can expect 400,000+ yen per month (5,000 dollars).

International school teaching pays very well.

Indian veg food in narita airport and hong kong airports?

Question:

desperado
many with me
all veg indians
ngo for tokya and hong kong advice if you know

Answer:

If you are looking for vegetarian foods in Japan, it's not easy to find it.

But Japanese eat much rice or noodle. So if you can eat rice or noodle, you can enjoy Japanese cuisine a lot.

It's not easy to find "all vegetable" foods.

Team Ayu Fan Club Question?

Question:

Ok on ayumi hamasaki's official fan club it's 6,000 yen anually i think which is 60 dollars in american dollars, if i live in america can i still be a member or do i have to live in japan? How would i go about doing this? help please ^^

Answer:

They say they do not accept members from other countries. So you must live in Japan to join them.

Where is the biggest Japanese book shop in Tokyo? (I need an address)?

Question:

If I ever go to Tokyo, I would like to go to a big Japanese book shop. Do you know anything like that and where it is located?
Also, at the same time, is there a place where you can buy souvenirs, clothes and toys (everything in one building)? If yes, could you please write the name and address.
It would be perfect if these two places would be near each other.

Answer:

Junkudo Ikebukuro should be the biggest book shop in Tokyo.
Address: 2-15-5 Minami-ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
http://www.sunnypages.jp/travel_guide/to…

Ikebukuro is so big town that you could find virtually everything in walking distane.
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3038.html