Which type of train ticket is convenience for me to travel around Tokyo?

Question:

I will be in Tokyo for 6 days. I will be arrive and depart at Haneda Airport. I will only travel around Tokyo on Metro Line and Toei Line.

But, I also will be travel on
1) Yamanote Line (Harajuku->Shinjuku and Asakusa->Komagome through Metro Line first {Asakusa->Ueno->Komagome}).
2) Odakyu Line (Shinjuku-Yoyogiuehara).
3) Tokyo Monorail (Haneda Airport <-> Hamamatsucho).

I'm thinking to use one-day Metro-Toei ticket (cost 1000yen unlimited per day) on the day that I travel only on these two lines. And use my Suica card for other lines. What do you think, would it be possible or cost me more? Or any other suggestion?


Thanks! :)

Answer:

I think it's best to buy a single ticket every time you take a train. You won't waste any money in that way.

Are "sailor uniforms" really a school uniform in Japan?

Question:

Or is anime lying to me? :(

Answer:

Some schools use the sailor uniform for girls' uniforms, but many use a uniform with a skirt, blouse, vest, and blazer (with appropriate modifications for different seasons) instead. The school where I worked used the blazer uniform, not the sailor uniform.

What does "ikemen" mean in japanese?

Question:

I have absolutely no clue....

Answer:

ikemen is often used as "handsome (man)" in Japan now.

Cheap way to Russia from Japan?

Question:

Cheap way to Russia from Japan

it needs to be cheap and fast($1-700)

Answer:

If you shopped around, you will find comparable prices online so do your homework. We can't book and reserve tickets for you.

Google "cheap flights from Moscow to Tokyo" and take it from there

What does jo mean in Japanese in it's raw form?

Question:

maybe you could give some example sentences

Answer:

Sho = chapter
Jo = article

Dai 14 Jo = Article 14

Where are the major ports in Japan?

Question:

They have to import much of their food, all of their oil, and many other raw materials for manufacturing. I know there's big ports in Tokyo and Osaka, but where in Japan are their biggest?


Thanks for the answers!

Answer:

It depends on the criteria.
http://www.phaj.or.jp/distribution/data/…
http://www.phaj.or.jp/distribution/14por…

Anyway Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya and Kobe are the biggest ports.

Is school going to be hard in japan? is it ok that i can speak japanese but i have no idea how to write it?

Question:

Answer:

It depends on what kind of school.

You can join an elementary or junior high school. But you can't join high school or college without reading and writing Japanese because you have to take and pass their entrance exams.

What is living and going to school in tokoyo japan like? my family is japanese and told me we are moving back?

Question:

But I have always lived in the US I'm nervous and upset about leaving everything I know..

Answer:

You need to tell us how old you are first.

Are burgers a very big thing in japan?

Question:

im wondering because umm i see anime with burgers alot and i seen some japanese McDonald's comercial's just wondering like do alot of people eat at burger joints in japan

Answer:

Yup seeing a Mcdonalds in Japan is very common. Even though Japan is known for their varieties in food, people usually adopt the modern culture. Japanese people have adapted to burgers and fried chicken and have even customized them in their own ways(mcCafe, never seen one in my country, "Yakitori burger"etc). Hope this helps!:)

When is summer break in Japan?

Question:

They have summer but their summer is not in June, July, or August. Then when is it?

Answer:

Most schools in the central part of Japan: July 20th to Aug.31th.
Most companies: about one week in the middle of Aug.

I am Japanese from Japan oosaka city?

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We Japanese are poor at English to learn English at school for six years. Do you think the cause to be what?

Answer:

We learn Japanese because we want to communicate with you.
You learn English to gain an advantage at work or look cool to your Japanese friends.

We travel to Japan because we have an interest in learning about your culture. Even those things that are difficult to understand or end up alienating us.
You travel around the world because the scenery is different than that of Japan and you are able to buy exotic gifts for your Japanese friends.

You don't study English. You learn Japanese to English translation (and do a poor job of it).

You don't speak English well because you never practice it with foreigners in Osaka. You are too shy. Right? The correct word is "reserved". You are reserved.

Or is it that behind all the nervous smiles, bowing and polite words you are just unfriendly (and scared)?

You'll have to open your mind to speak English Taro!
Putting money in a white envelope won't get you that Mr. Sato!

Can someone explain to me the Japanese custom of removing your shoes when entering households?

Question:

Isn't this a custom in all western countries, to take your shoes of when you enter a home; or does this even apply for work and other mainstream places like restaurants?

Answer:

Actually this is not a custom in all Western countries (not in South America and Australia either)

But, it is a custom in many Asian, Middle Eastern and African countries

The custom is simple: in the old days, Japanese homes had tatamis (made from straw) and the streets were unpaved. In addition, there was a high level of aesthetics about. Anyone coming into a house was required to take their shoes off to ensure that the homes remained clean (try cleaning a tatami mat at one point). Many of today's homes have tatamis and some restaurants (where typically you will be asked to take your shoes off) have tatamis too so...

Honestly, all households should follow this custom. Think about it: you are stepping on a street that has all sorts of gunk, fecal matter, dirt, waste, refuse and other wonderful things and now you drag those into your home? and leave souvenirs on carpets and floors? no thank you

Who was that famous Japanese rock star who died mysteriously in the 1980s?

Question:

When they found him he was naked and they didn't know why he died. They think he got in a fight with a yakuza. He was like an idol.

Answer:

尾崎豊　Yutaka Ozaki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yutaka_Ozak…

EDIT
He died in 1992. I think asker has a slip of memory about the rocker's deathperiod.

How hard is it to learn Japanese to a native English speaker?

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Answer:

Actually, it depends on what you mean by "to learn".

If you mean to achieve native-speaker level proficiency, it is incredibly difficult. If you mean to learn enough to get by on your own, its not too bad. If you mean learning enough to travel, its pretty easy.

Japanese has fewer true cognates than latin or germanic languages have. While they use a lot of katakana-ized English words, they also are often not mutually comprehensible. (For example "yuumoa" in Japanese, is supposed to be "hummor" in English but you would never catch that.) Because of the lack of cognates and differences in grammar, not to mention the writing system, its pretty hard to get to a high level of proficiency. However, if you want to be able to have basic conversations and are willing to put some time in, you can get to an intermediate level of speaking without much trouble.

What is the beige coloured fish on nigirisushi?

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The second fish beside the tuna and salmon:

http://www.google.ca/imgres?q=nigirisushi&um=1&hl=en&sa=N&biw=923&bih=757&tbm=isch&tbnid=mPy7VYmyBPOv6M:&imgrefurl=http://www.photovaco.com/photo/457&docid=9At1oJWOFS8ACM&w=410&h=273&ei=nJRVTvPsAujE0AGU7rSaAg&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=596&vpy=141&dur=3665&hovh=183&hovw=275&tx=182&ty=67&page=1&tbnh=136&tbnw=209&start=0&ndsp=13&ved=1t:429,r:2,s:0

Answer:

Yellowtail? But I'm not sure.

What is the cheapest food in Japan?

Question:

Is there any popular food like Hot dogs, Kebab, pizza or tacos? Is Sushi cheap?

Answer:

"Thechpeast food" does not make sense because the price is different by store even if it's the same food.

Sushi is not cheap.

Just keep eating only rice everyday. It's the cheapest.

Going to Japan this Winter?

Question:

What are some tips Watashi wa Nippon dake ni kōdō suru hōhō o oshie shitte ite, watashi wa orokana sōzōshii amerika-jindearu renai to wakatte iru

Answer:

In winter, depending on where u are staying, the air putside is very cool/pleasant and it is not something to be feared of (as in is it cold). But i warn u unless u have a yukadambo, entering a house may be very surprising (it is very cold&chilly). I dont think radiation will affect u after this many months, it most likely has dilluted. Remember that Japan is a very POLITE nation so try not to be harsh or loud. IGNORE BAD PPL (actually quite rare). As of talking, many people are open to strangers and u will notice many ppl frequently asking for directions on the steets etc just try ur best!
Good luck!!
Also, Places in Japan easily get crowded so watch out for that!:)

How do Japanese animators draw White/Caucasian people?

Question:

I ever saw Japanese cartoons, anime, and caricatures, and thought that the characters were all White. I thought that the reason was that those cartoons were versions for export.

Recently, I discovered that Japanese don’t see those drawings as white people, and the same cartoons are for the Japanese market. Those characters are intended to look Japanese.

So, I want to know how Japanese draws White/Caucasian people.

I looked for it on Google, but found not a single image.

Can you answer with images of White/Caucasian characters from the Japanese Cartoons/Anime? (Or at least give me a clue on what to search)

_

Answer:

White people in Japanese anime typically have blond hair and blue eyes. That's one big distinction.

Another is that white people in anime have a tall nose because they are believed to have a tall nose.

That's how white people are differentiated in anime.

Help me I want to go to Chiba, Sakura city plzzz?

Question:

Hello plz help me
What trains I have take from narita airport to keseiusui train stop that in the city of Sakura city
Plz help me and how much cost me the ride thanks you

Answer:

Keiseiusui is very close to Narita.

Just take Keisei line train and it will take just 20 minutes or so. But you have to wait for a train. So it will take slightly more.

It's 310 yen one way.

Does anyone know the place in Japan where they have a life size model of the One Piece cast?

Question:

and a HUGE Thousand Sunny ship.
Here is a picture:
http://www.allkpop.com/2011/08/taecyeon-…

Thank You

Answer:

That should be Odaiba, but it's Summer time only exhibition "お台場合衆国 / Odaiba Gassyu koku", which would open until August 31th.

http://mangaanimeblog.blog.fc2.com/blog-…
http://plaza.rakuten.co.jp/cinamoroll/di…
http://blogs.yahoo.co.jp/dreamdandy1/266…

How do I send a fax from Jamaica to Japan? I want to send to Osaka.?

Question:

Answer:

Just the fax number with correct international and area code.

My friend I want to travel to japan from California?

Question:

I live in California and me and my friend were thinking of going to japan together but he's a Mexican immigrant and I don't know if he would be able to fly from California LAX to Japan Tokyo. Is it possible?

Answer:

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan if he is a Mexican passport holder he does not need a visa. Like others, he will need a valid passport, round-trip ticket, and enough money to cover his stay. If his papers to be in the US are in order, he will be fine - unless he is under some legal restriction that he has to stay in the US and can't leave. If he is not in the US legally, he could be in hot water when he arrives or when he goes back to the US.

Japanese rap group in English and Japanese?

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When I was in Japan, I went to karaoke with some friends and I remember this rap song that had Japanese rap and English rap. My friend told me that one member of the band was from Japan and one was from America so they mix it up in their music. Can anyone help me identify these guys? Thanks...

Answer:

it could be the teriyaki boyz. not sure cuz you did not give a year. there are a lot of japanese rap groups that use english and japanese

Would it be safe to live in Kobe, Japan, in 2016, because of all thats happening there?

Question:

I am a half Japanese, half American girl and had to evacuate from japan to america ,because of what is happening there. No offense but I HATE living here!!! I miss japan so much. I do not want to go to college here, and would much rather go to a good college in Tokyo, called Sofia College ^^. would it be dangerous to live in Tokyo? I am a little unsure of drinking their water (even though I am from japan T^T) so I would probably go to Costco every other week and buy a lot of packs of bottled water, and buy groceries that are from and packaged in a different country. After I graduate college in 2016, I would like to move to Kobe, since it is like my hometown 'Yokohama'. But Yokohama is far too dangerous now :'( I wish there was never an earthquake. It ruined my life, and happened on my birthday D;.

Anyways would it be safe to live in Tokyo, and attend college, and then move to Kobe? I miss japan so much , and don't want to live in USA for rest of my life~!

Answer:

Wouldn't you think Japan's more safe now that a major disaster has already happened? Those don't happen too much, so there may not be another for a century. You never know.

Kobe was hit by a huge earthquake not so long ago, and they had to rebuild a lot of the infrastructure. So, on the one hand it's good because things are built well and a big earthquake may not happen for awhile, but then again, you never really can predict these things.

The contamination in Japan isn't so bad that you would need to buy food from other countries. Anyway, doesn't the food have to enter Japan? Food entering Japan at Yokohama port, near Tokyo, is going to be closer to nuclear radiation than food produced in Kobe or more south.

Tokyo's one of the biggest cities in the world. Nothing has changed there much since the earthquake and tsunami. Life goes on.

So, you've got the money to live and go to school in Tokyo? Sounds wonderful. Take the chance if you have it!

Am going to work in Japan for one year and sincerely i need beautiful girl please advice me?

Question:

Answer:

What does a beautiful girl have to do with you going to work in Japan?

Do you mean you want to bring someone with you?

You want to have a gf for the duration of your stay?

You need to pretend you're married?

What are you talking about?

How come in Japan its bad manners to blow your nose in public but its ok to pick it?

Question:

Answer:

I don't know that it is ok to pick your nose in public. However, blowing your nose is something that will tend to attract attention. Nosepicking, on the other hand, can be done on the sly, often using the thumb. It's interesting to watch these people and observe the time delays incorporated before disposing of the bugger and the manner in which said bugger is disposed of.

When do Autumn leaves change colour in Japan?

Question:

I'm considering heading to northern Honshu soon for some camping but I want to go when the leaves have already started to change colour. I'm wondering when Autumn officially begins here and when am I likely to first start seeing decent amounts of this colour change?

Thanks =)

Answer:

Google. You really need to work on using Google.

Late-Oct to mid-Nov

I want to move to Japan?

Question:

It looks so awesome and accepting and polite and high tech!! Is Japan a awesome place?

Answer:

Japan is a country of contrasts with beautiful temples and gardens along with ultra modern and high tech cities.

Best time to give host family gifts?

Question:

I am staying with a host family for a semester in Japan through college. I brought gifts but I arrived late the first night, then it got so busy after that and I never had time to wrap the gifts... Now I've been here one week and I still haven't given them. Would it be better to wait until I leave to give the gifts? I don't want to be like "oh by the way I brought you guys gifts even though I've been here a week", but I'm not sure if it would be more weird to give them when I leave?

Answer:

Since the gifts are not from Japan, the sooner you give it to them, the better.

Just tell them the truth:
You were busy so you didn't have the time and chance to give it to them. They would understand since you are a student studying at another country.

If you say that you just found the gifts in your stuff, it would sound as if you bought it for yourself but you don't need it anymore. So don't say it like that casually.

Say something like:
I bought these presents from (wherever you got them from) for you guys as a token of appreciation for allowing me to stay with you and taking care of me. I was busy in the first few days so I didn't have the chance to give them to you yet but I hope you will enjoy it anyways. The gifts are blah blah blah and does blah blah blah and they blah blah blah and so on.

This way it would seem that you got the gifts just for them (which you did) and still remembered them even though you were so busy with your studies and moving in and all that. It would probably give them a better impression of you.

Hope that helped! ^^

Going to Japan for 6 months, will I be judged?

Question:

Hi. I'm 21 and I'm going on Uni student exchange to Tokyo (leaving tomorrow!!). I'm mixed, 40% Irish and 60% Korean- You might ask me why I didn't choose to go to Korea and that's because I've been to Korea many times to see my family and I wanted to experience something new, and honestly while Korea's an awesome place their exchange programs aren't very.

Now because of the past I know many Koreans hate Japanese, and so I'm guessing it's the same with Japanese towards Korean. I don't look very Korean even though I'm more Korean than not, but will people judge be because I'm Korean? Will some hate me for this fact? I'm not one to boast about being Korean but I do have pride and I'd probably sucker punch someone if they said anything, ahha. So just wondering what to expect?

Answer:

Yes, you will be judged. But, not by your race but by your personality and intelligence.
Wherever you go, this is true. Please be careful in selecting your friends by your own judgment.
Welcome to Japan.