Japan Factss!!!?Please Help!?

Question:

I Need 2 Facts That Start With The Letter E!!
And 1 Fact That Starts With S!!

Answer:

<E>
1. Eto 干支, the Chinese sexagenary cycle, is used in Japan
The cycle, and variations on it, have been an important part of historical calendrical systems in other, Chinese-influenced Asian states, notably those of Japan, Korea, Tibet and Vietnam.

2. Ezaki Glico Co., Ltd. (江崎グリコ株式会社) is a Japanese confectionery company headquartered in Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka

<S>
1. Shōwa Era, is the period of Japanese history corresponding to the reign of the Shōwa Emperor, Hirohito, from December 25, 1926 through January 7, 1989.
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If you meant English, Earthquake as a sad fact as you know. Samurai is well-known even outside Japan.

How do I obtain my Japanese friend's address so that I can send him a letter?

Question:

I need to send a letter to my friend in Japan but I do not know his address, all I know is that he lives in Kawasaki City in Kanagawa Prefecture. Is there some website I can go to that will give me the information I need? Is there a Yellow pages/white pages for Japan?
Please help!
Thank you!

Answer:

You need to ask your friend for his address.

Would you pursue commercial fishing in Alaska (5yrs experience) or take a job teaching English in Japan?

Question:

I'm at a massive crossroads and just can't decide which fork to take. I worked my way through college working on commercial fishing boats in Alaska in the summers. Now that I've graduated (English degree), I'm having massive trouble decided which direction to go. My immediate options are to pursue commercial fishing, or teach english in Japan.
-Commercial fishing: 5 yrs of experience and new opportunities now presenting themselves for more winter/summer work. Might want to get my own boat one day...
-Teaching in Japan: Would be teaching little kids at a private language school in Japan. Would just about break even on money. Would love to live in this culture, but I worry that it's a stopgap, and doesn't take me down a career path.
I'm 26. I know no one can make this decision for me. But still, I'm just curious what the random internet community thinks!

Answer:

Since you'd like to experience Japan, go for it. One year out of your life will not be a stopgap. You will have a life-enriching experience; learn a lot about another culture, about teaching EFL, and about teaching EFL to kids, and you will gain a lot of experience with kids, sure to come in handy when you're a Dad. Your horizons will expand a great deal if you go to Japan. Usually contracts are for a year, so what's the big deal? Go to Japan, then after a year, you can hit the ground running back home if you still want to be a commercial fisherman.

By the way, the commercial fishing industry is HUGE in Japan as you can imagine. Be sure to go to Tsukiji Fish market (early) in Tokyo, one of the epicenters of the fishing industry in Japan, and an absolutely fascinating place, and go out on some fishing boats and see for yourself what it's like in Japan. I went out on a flying-fish boat in the south, and it was so amazing. We ate raw fish that had been swimming in the ocean 10 minutes ago. The fishing industry is so efficient and all-encompassing in Japan, maybe you'll learn a few things.

Do the Japanese like the British?

Question:

Iv noticed that their fairly influenced by the British but I know how the Japanese don't like "Gaijin" ether. So how do they feel about the Brits?

Answer:

It depends on each person.

But it's not true that Japanese people don't like gaijin. Maybe, they just don't like many immigrants.

Why are japanese music CDs so expensive?

Question:

so I was checking prices of importing a japanese music CD (marty friedman) and saw that it cost in $40USD just to buy it(rough yen translation). I kind of understand now why japanese mostly sell singles instead of albums, but why are the albums so expensive? not just imported but for ja[anese people too.

Answer:

I don't know how much CDs are there. But yen is too strong now. So everything from Japan would be expensive because of strong yen.

Why are japanese music CDs so expensive?

Question:

so I was checking prices of importing a japanese music CD (marty friedman) and saw that it cost in $40USD just to buy it(rough yen translation). I kind of understand now why japanese mostly sell singles instead of albums, but why are the albums so expensive? not just imported but for ja[anese people too.

Answer:

I don't know how much CDs are there. But yen is too strong now. So everything from Japan would be expensive because of strong yen.

Travelling Europe/Japan/South and North America Costs?

Question:

I finish the HSC in about 4 hours and i've decided i'm going to go travelling next year.
This is what i have:
-- I have a european passport (my dad is english so i could get one, somehow)
-- BASIC knowledge of the japanese, french and spanish languages (BARELY enough to get by)

Basically, what i want to know is how much money i would need to survive (barely, fairly comfortably or in luxury) if i was going to spend at least 3 months in THESE places :
1) Spain
2) France
3) Italy (maybe)
4) Japan (on the way to america)
5) North america
6) South america (then home to australia)

In summary
I want to spend 3 months in each place, i have no need for visas or anything for the european countries, and BASIC knowledge of the languages and countries
If you can understand what i'm asking (i'm not entirely sure i understand myself) can you give me some suggestions for how much money i need to save

P.S I was thinking i could work as a fruit picker or something, whatever the backpackers do in europe, to help me be fully immersed and make a small amount of money while i'm there

Answer:

If you can't work out a rough estimate then you should not travel. We can't do simple maths for you

Are there rules for the different ways to say 4 and 7 in Japanese?

Question:

I know about not using one of the versions when talking about months, but are there any other rules? More specifically, when people are counting off? I was in a group of people, and we wanted to do something different for our count off, so we decided to count in Japanese. We used "yon" and "nana" instead of "shi" and "shichi" and when we counted off, a few girls from another group yelled that we had the numbers wrong, and began to count using "shi" and "shichi". One of them supposedly lived in Japan for years, so it made me question myself. Are there rules about 4 and 7 that I don't know about?

Answer:

There is nothing wrong with using yon and nana when you are just counting numbers.

Those girls just wanted to interrupt.

Are there rules for the different ways to say 4 and 7 in Japanese?

Question:

I know about not using one of the versions when talking about months, but are there any other rules? More specifically, when people are counting off? I was in a group of people, and we wanted to do something different for our count off, so we decided to count in Japanese. We used "yon" and "nana" instead of "shi" and "shichi" and when we counted off, a few girls from another group yelled that we had the numbers wrong, and began to count using "shi" and "shichi". One of them supposedly lived in Japan for years, so it made me question myself. Are there rules about 4 and 7 that I don't know about?

Answer:

There is nothing wrong with using yon and nana when you are just counting numbers.

Those girls just wanted to interrupt.

Would I be considered skinny in Japan?

Question:

I'm 22 years old, 5'7 and 120 lbs. Would I still be considered skinny in japan? I'm going there soon and want to do a lot of shopping but I know the girls are all very petite and skinny...

Answer:

No. Maybe average.

Would I be considered skinny in Japan?

Question:

I'm 22 years old, 5'7 and 120 lbs. Would I still be considered skinny in japan? I'm going there soon and want to do a lot of shopping but I know the girls are all very petite and skinny...

Answer:

No. Maybe average.

How can i contact a dojo to train in japan?

Question:

i was wondering if anybody knew how can i train in japan and also i heard i can get a membership card to be allowed to get there so also how would anyone get that

Answer:

The sensei you seek is located at the attached website. He, more than anyone, can answer all of your questions. A membership to a dojo is not going to get you a visa to live and "train" in Japan, if that's what you meant by "get there".

http://www.stevenseagal.com/

What does "本当の名前は何ですか？" translate as?

Question:

Answer:

It means "What is your real name??"..

How much is a basic Softbank (contract) flip phone with limited features?

Question:

I'm living in Japan, and I just want the cheapest contract phone from Softbank (all my coworkers have SB). I have a one year visa and I PLAN to stay for two years, but on paper I'm technically here for one. I have an ARC and my passport that I can show them, no Japanese credit card... I just want to know how much I should bring to the store. Any possibility that I could get a 0 yen phone and walk out of the store paying less than 1 man? Thanks!!!

Answer:

It depends on each store how much is the lowest contract. So there is no answer here.

I don't think they have many 0 yen phone now. They say that they have stopped using that tactics.

Where can I buy sweet rice flour (mochiko) in the UK?

Question:

I have recently got myself into japanese cooking of the sorts... I really want to make mochi but it seems there is no alternative for sweet rice flour. Anyone know where I could buy it in the UK (Scotland) thanks!

Answer:

Japan Centre has the largest range of Japanese food online and are based in the UK. There is even an offer on at the moment for free delivery to the UK for all new customers:
http://www.japancentre.com/

There are a few different ways to make mochi and a number of different types of rice flour to make them too.

A quick summary is:
Mochiko: Rice flour made from sweet, sticky glutinous rice.
Shiratamako: Rice flour made from sweet, sticky glutinous rice, with added corn or potato starch.
Joshinko: Rice flour made from normal rice.

It is also possible to make mochi the traditional way which is by cooking sweet mochi rice and then pounding it into smooth and sticky mochi.

You can find shiratamako rice flour online at Japan Centre here:
http://www.japancentre.com/items/646

Or if you want to pound your own rice into mochi, you can buy sweet mochi rice here:
http://www.japancentre.com/items/1370

Hope this helps.

Counting change back in Japan?

Question:

Someone told me that change was counted back differently in Japan and the US. She said here in the US, it's counted up and that confused her at first when she moved here. How is it counted back in Japan? Is it counted starting at cash given and moving down to cost of item?

Answer:

I heard that counting change was difference in US and Jpn.
In Jpn counting change is count back style.
In US, counting change is count up style.

E.G

Store staff: Total amount is Usd345.

Customer:Ok, I'll pass Usd100 x 4=Usd400.

Store staff: Usd400 minus Usd345=Usd55. The counting change is Usd55.

This is Japan style.
Almost Japanese can calculate in my brain without caliculator.

> Is it counted starting at cash given and moving down to cost of item?

Yes that is correct.

I need to buy gift cards in CA NV retail store chains that have stores in Tokyo, Japan so relatives there can?

Question:

I want my relatives to be able to use the gift card I guy here in big American chain stores, in their same stores these American companies have in Tokyo, Japan, assuming a gift card bought here can be used in Japan but converted to Yen?

Answer:

I think you better ask those stores directly.

Why is the conviction rate 99% in Japan?

Question:

99% of people charged with a crime in Japan are convicted. This is EXTREMELY high. What's the reason for it?

Are the police using coercion to get confessions out of people, even if they're innocent? Or maybe the police always drop charges against anyone unless the evidence is a slam dunk iron-clad no-brainer? Or perhaps the court system is heavily weighted in favor of the prosecution, causing innocent people to lose at trial?

Any information is appreciated! Thanks!

Answer:

This question is often brought up by Americans.
The answer is that Japanese police cannot arrest suspects unless their crimes are evident (or provable). Japanese Police Law strictly prohibits police from arresting people unless there is a convincing evidence to prosecute the suspects.

So, they take enough amount of time for investigation before arresting the suspects unless the crime is committed on the spot. Unlike the police in the US who easily arrest people and release them in a couple of days or a week for "lack of evidence," Japanese police need to have "a convincing and prosecutable evidence" when they arrest the suspects. Accordingly, their conviction rate is high.

Once the suspects are indicted, they are sent to the prosecutors office for further investigation before they are sent to the court. If the prosecutors found the indictment is unlawful, police would be severely blamed, and that is a big shame for the police. This is why Japanese police is extremely cautious whether or not the suspect should be arrested or not.

Note:
I hate Japanese police. They took me to police stations 3 times as a suspect. I was interrogated for a few hours each time. But, they could not arrest me, because they did not have an evidence for what they thought my crime which I did not committed. I hate police, but I can say that Japanese judicial system is working properly to a large extent.
There is no rule without exception, not to mention.

Japanese: what does this mean?

Question:

ニットですが生地が薄めなのと
白なのもあり多少透けます。

Answer:

You can see through inside because this knit is white and thin.

Korea or Japan, which one and why?

Question:

Hi, I want to to become a foreign exchange student. I am from the US and I would like to know which country is better do to the kindness of others. Please tell me if there is any racism in the countries against Americans or whites generally. Give me as many reasons why the country is better for an exchange student like culture for example and experience wise. I want as many opinions as I can get, so once I make the final decision I will start learning the language. Thank you very much! =o]

also, I only 14 and only comment on here with answers.(not the lies that I'm not able to fly, because I know I can)

Answer:

i wish i was still 14 with a job. i would have taken the chance to go to japan.. now, im 16. and one step closer to reaching mygosl =] so i prefer japan because of the polite people you come across, the language is cute. and they put out all of this advertising JUST for teenagers =D.

Is it normal for teenagers to carry softoys around the streets in japan?

Question:

i saw an anime called full moon sagashite. the girl is a celebrity. she always brings two of her plushies on TV and even told the media that they're her best friends. she isn't mentally ill btw. and shes alr 16 o.o

Answer:

Please don't confuse anime with real life..

How do you say ''Fat sushi roll’' in Japanese?

Question:

I do not want the answer from Google translate. Please and thank you.

Answer:

I think you are talking about "futomaki".

Half Japanese Child Citizenship?

Question:

I'm curious. I'd like to have my son registered in Japan so he could have the option for chosing a citizenship when he gets older. His father is a Japanese citizen right now and I am an American citizen. We are NOT married. Do you have to be married in order for our son to be registered in Japan?

Answer:

It is possible but you cannot register him, his Japanese father has to register him on his family registry/koseki.

Is Osaka more laid back than Tokyo ?

Question:

I have been to Tokyo a few times but never ventured to any other parts of Japan.Thanks for taking a gander.

Answer:

Yes, the people in Osaka tend to be more open and friendly than Tokyo. People in Osaka are renowned in Japan for their sense of humour.

Education in Japan, From India.?

Question:

After ICSE Board Exam, What are the procedures to shift to Japan and go to secondary, level. And study. I want to go for my future education and Learning Martial Arts.

Answer:

It depends on how old you are and which school you want to join.

If you are under 18, you can't just move to Japan unless your parents move to Japan with you. So it's difficult.

Japanese boxing fans, who's your current favorite boxer right now?

Question:

Someone who's not Japanese. of course.

Additional: Who would win between Pacquaio and Mayweather?

Answer:

Pacquaio.

Pacquaio.

Japanese boxing fans, who's your current favorite boxer right now?

Question:

Someone who's not Japanese. of course.

Additional: Who would win between Pacquaio and Mayweather?

Answer:

Pacquaio.

Pacquaio.

Does "ww" mean "lol" in Japan?

Question:

I saw it on Lucky Star when Kona-Chan was talking to her game buddies and I got the impression that it meant "lol," so does it, or does it have a different meaning?

Answer:

Yes, it originates from the Japanese verb meaning "to laugh", warau = 笑う.

The kanji of laugh alone (without the final u/う that makes it into a properly useable verb) is often used as well for similar purposes. Though just writing a few w is more common.

How much money is enough for 2 person's expenses in Japan for 3 weeks?

Question:

Me and my partner are planning for a 3 week vacation.
Places that we would be covering will mostly be Tokyo & Osaka.
At the moment, we are deciding to bring about Singapore dollars $5000 (Approx. 302014 Yen)
Expenses would cover transportation,food...
Accomodation has already been covered. Disneyland/Sea's ticket has also already been bought.
What's left is probably the ticket for Universal Studio in Osaka.
Could someone please advise, or share their experiences with us?

Thank you.

Answer:

I think 300000 yen is enough for 2 people for three weeks considering your accomodation has already been covered. So, don't worry at all.
All the best!!

Asakusa Capsule Hotel (HELP!!)?

Question:

Do you have to book? Is it the same as the Hotel New Gyominso? Please give me some information! I searched for the website but there wasn't any(I read from reviews and there used to be a website)

PLEASE!!!!!!!!!! and does it suck?

Answer:

Hi. I checked and if Asakusa Capsule Hotel you're looking for is this: http://www.yesicanusechopsticks.com/thesequel/capsule/ , then what you're looking for is Hotel New Gyominso's capsule room.
Hotel homepage(Japanese) http://www.gyominso.jp/capsule.html

It says Capsule room plan include: robe, towel, razor and tooth brush. You can take bath at the top floor. 3,000 yen. Check out time :every morning at 10.

You can book a room online but you need to be able to read Japanese, I guess.
Book online: http://www.489.jp/rwrs/vroom2/list3.php
There are gentleman's plan and lady's plan so be careful when you book a room.

I have never stayed at capsule room so I have no idea if it sucks ... I'd rather stay at business hotel like these:
Toyoko Inn http://www.toyoko-inn.com/eng/index.html
APA Hotel http://www.apahotel.com/~language/en/index.html

What advantages and disadvantages in both the U.S. and Japan what Japan's participation TPP.?

Question:

Answer:

??? please elaborate we are not mind readers

Japanese: what does this mean?

Question:

新品 タグなし

完売､大人気商品の
チョーカーです
出品に迷ってるので値下げ
はないとおもいます

詳細を必ず読んでください

Answer:

新品 New Product (not used) タグなし No brand tags

完売､大人気商品の
チョーカーです
Sold out, very popular choker (tight fit necklace)
出品に迷ってるので値下げ
はないとおもいます
My decision to sell this was very hard so I am not going to discount this product

詳細を必ず読んでください
Must read detailed information on this product

I'm in to Tokyo! Best places to shop?

Question:

I love the Harajuku and Lolita clothing, or anywhere really that has quirky/japanese fashion :)

Any suggestions, we're staying in Ikebukuro *near shinjuku
but I'll go to other districts :)

I cant seem to see many areas full of clothes shops just noodle bars hah

Answer:

The following are the best spots in Tokyo for shopping.

Shinjuku – around Shinjuku station are lots of major discount camera stores and music shops. Shinjuku also has most of the major big department stores on Shinjuku Dori (avenue). One of the best is Takashimaya department store and food hall. Tokyu Hands is an eight level craft store and Uniqlo is a great store for really cheap, high quality, basic clothing.

Harajuku - home to Japanese street fashion. Harajuku Station and Takeshita Dori have many shops that cater to teen fashion and Japanese street fashion. For cheap knick-knacks, souvenirs and bargain gifts check out Daiso in Harajuku, which is one of the famous 100 Yen Shops where nothing costs more than 100 yen ($1.25) plus 5 yen tax. The Daiso in Harajuku is one of the biggest and best in Japan.

Shibuya - with its famous intersection where the style tribes gather and Shibuya 109 the 10 level fashion emporium.

Akihabara – known as electric city is where dozens of stores sell everything electronic. You will find dozens of mainly duty free stores selling computers, cameras and TVs. The Yodobashi Akiba megastore houses nine floors of electronics.

Ginza – home to exclusive department stores, galleries and coffee shops. This is where some of the best high-end shopping can be done or like me some great window shopping. At the Ginza intersection is Wako, Japan’s most exclusive department store, and Mitsukoshi, known as the Harrods of Tokyo.

Most of the shopping hotspots in Tokyo are accessible via the Japan Rail (JR) Yamanote Line with a one-day JR train pass for 730 yen (about $9).

Shopping in Tokyo
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2011…

What interesting/quirky places are there to visit in Tokyo, near the Shinjuku/Shibuy/Ikebukuro area?

Question:

I here on holiday for another week, so far my partner and I have been to disneyland, uneno zoo, harajuki, lovely parks, temples, tskuki fish market, bars, amekyonko market, earthquake hall, and now we have ran out of things to do :(


many thanks p.s we are in our early 20s if that helps.

Answer:

The highlights of Tokyo include, The Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine; Asakusa district famous for Sensoji temple and Nakamise shopping street with cheap, antique kimonos, geisha bags and beautiful paper products, Sensoji temple, and the Kappabashi kitchen street for those plastic replicas of food seen in restaurant windows. Ueno for its park and museums, Akehabara for electronics, Shinjuku for its shopping with its huge Takashimaya department store and food hall, Tokyu Hands eight level craft store and Uniqlo store for really cheap, high quality, basic clothing, Harajuku for cheap shopping and Japanese street fashion, and Shiodome for entertainment.

Other places of interest include Shibuya for its famous intersection where the style tribes gather and Shibuya 109 the 10 level fashion emporium. Rappongi traditionally known for its nightclubs and bars, but now for its numerous upscale boutiques, smart cafes and Rappongi Hills with the 52 storey Mori building and Tokyo City View a walkway that wraps around the building offering 360 degree views stretching as far as Mt Fuji. Ginza for Matsuya department store and food hall.

Read more about Tokyo here
http://japan-australia.blogspot.com/2010…

Japanese Dariya Palty Hair Dye, is this what many japanese girls use?

Question:

IM on holiday in tokyo for a few weeks and i have noticed alot of japanese girls dont keep their natural dark hair they have a light caramel brown colour which i love, i saw at family mart Dariya palty hair dye and i was thinking of using it. i am australian with light olive skin and dark brown hair, thick a bit below my shoulders.

Answer:

Many Japanese dye their hair at hair salon. Not using a product like Dariya.

Why are there so many Japanese pedophile tourists in South Asia?

Question:

Answer:

Because Japan is a rich country and SE Asia countries are poor.