Asia Pacific - September 2007

Hi I have to do a reaserch paper on a subject concerning japanese pop culture
I am sure a lot of people in the class will talk about manga and anime and all
so I want to talk about geishas
but the instructor said the subject is not specific enough so I don't know what aspect of geisha I sould talk about?
any suggestions?

2007-09-22 05:58:43 · 8 answers · asked by 1960story 2 in Japan

2007-09-22 02:12:06 · 10 answers · asked by câmΦuflãgê 6 in Malaysia

She has to be a good cook and do whatever I want.

2007-09-22 01:40:07 · 22 answers · asked by Texas Cowboy 7 in China

Is it all just fish, soup and noodles?

2007-09-22 01:36:10 · 9 answers · asked by Texas Cowboy 7 in Japan

while we are on holiday in thailand, also are they cheaper than uk,.

2007-09-22 00:52:56 · 2 answers · asked by bjmlewis 5 in Thailand

I know I could scour the internet wndlessly and have lots of places to visit. But I am only staying for a week before moving on. It would be great to get some feedback from people who have been / live there on places I have to visit. ie, Restaurants, Tourist attractions, Bars and nightclubs or general things to do. Thanks in advance, Chris.

2007-09-22 00:51:59 · 10 answers · asked by chrisdaydesign 1 in China

Say we begin from year 2006, half a year per season, so
that:

Those who were active on YAP on:

January 2006 to June 2006 - First Season
July 2006 to Dec. 2006 - Second Season
January 2007 to June 2007 - Third Season
July 2007 todate - Fourth Season

Or, are you a Star For All Seasons?

2007-09-22 00:36:55 · 19 answers · asked by Aref H4 7 in Philippines

Seriously, this baffles me. I get the normal response of it is easier for the foreigner to pronounce. In my opinion that is a cop out. I have been in Korea for over a year and I have never heard of a foreigner having problems pronouncing Korean names even when romanized.

A name is the beginning to a person's identity. Why give them a new special English name? Do Koreans want to assume an English identity?

2007-09-21 21:51:15 · 10 answers · asked by Chachee 4 in Korea

2007-09-21 16:35:57 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Thailand

I was having a discussion with a dear friend and this came up: “You can’t cross the same river twice.”

But why not? Isn’t it the same river, and the same you? What’s your interpretation of this?

2007-09-21 14:21:30 · 15 answers · asked by sweetwater 7 in Philippines

My partner recently got a job in Japan, but the company does not give out double-rooms to couples unless they are both working for that company.

They suggested that he move down first, then find a apartment for both of us.

How difficult will it be for him to find one? He speaks -very- little Japanese (still learning). Would a landlord accept extra payment with rent and allow both of us to share the single room offered by the company?

2007-09-21 13:06:20 · 5 answers · asked by Rachel Y 1 in Japan

2007-09-21 11:24:27 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Thailand

I live in Japan and it is my favorite country. I love the US, but I'd rather live in Japan.

My fantasy is to try China. I would like to live there for one or two years (actually, maybe forever, but it all depends on the opportunity!) and not just in one place. I'd like to see and experience as much as possible.

So, do you think a person who really enjoyed Japan as much as I did might come to like China as much?

2007-09-21 08:37:02 · 17 answers · asked by Sarrafzedehkhoee 7 in China

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/us_nm/china_safety_mattel_dc_8

Well, it seems that the main problem is from Mattel , and not China. I am wonder if that's the reason why some of the users who blame the China products, mainly Rm TML or whatever his name is and others are hiding!?

2007-09-21 08:15:33 · 9 answers · asked by White Shooting Star of HK 7 in China

2007-09-21 07:26:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Thailand

i personaly think china should kick them out of there country for not posting the proper standards in paint and one china man has killed himself

2007-09-21 06:33:12 · 5 answers · asked by dan m 6 in China

If yes, could you share your idea about Zhong Yuemin's way of living, the person who is thought as a person always travelling “on the road”?

2007-09-21 04:05:45 · 3 answers · asked by samurai 1 in China

Saya selalu melihat blog yang kamu buat:d, its good..kamu punya banyak ide, menarik sekali, kreatif, :D:D

2007-09-21 02:37:17 · 1 answers · asked by Texas Cowboy 7 in Indonesia

2007-09-20 23:37:09 · 29 answers · asked by 36 6 in Philippines

2007-09-20 22:44:45 · 21 answers · asked by daniel*wm 6 in Malaysia

An American businessman, who was visiting the Philippines, was standing on the beach of a small country village about mid morning when a small “Pam” boat with just a father and 2 sons came in from fishing. Inside the nets of the small boat were several pounds of fresh fish.

The American complimented the Filipino on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The Filipino replied only a little while. The American then asked why he didn't stay out longer and catch more fish.

The Filipino said he had enough to support his family's immediate needs. The American then asked, but what do you do with the rest of your time?

The Filipino fisherman said, "I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take a nap, with my wife Maria we stroll into the village each evening where I sip Jazz (local cola) and play guitar with my friends and everyday we spend time with our Lord Jesus. I have a full and busy life, my friend.

(CONTINUED BELOW)

2007-09-20 22:35:01 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philippines

TAGAYTAY GHOST STORY

This story happened a few months ago along the Tagaytay Road. There was a guy who got left behind by a pack of mountain bikers. The group was large and he didn't bring a cellphone. He crashed his bike somewhere between Picnic Grove and DBP. To make things worse, a storm came in. So he walked.

This guy was on the side of the road hitch hiking on a very dark night in the middle of a storm. The night passed slowly and no cars went by. The storm was so strong he could hardly see a few meters ahead of him.

Suddenly, just before the junction going to Manila, he saw a car slowly looming, ghostlike, out of the gloom. It slowly crept toward him and stopped. It was raining hard, wind blowing all around you, what would you do? Like you would, he got into the car and closed the door, then realized that there was nobody inside the car.... even in the drivers seat.

The car slowly started moving again. The guy was terrified, too scared to think of jumping out and running.

2007-09-20 21:56:07 · 21 answers · asked by shirley g 6 in Philippines

1) Samy Velu on pos laju "BESOK KIRIM, HARI INI SAMPAI"
2) The one on TV when in trying to say he was ashamed, he said:`Kemaluan saya besar`
3) On drugs, "Jangan hisap dada"
4) Samy said in a ceramah "Kita akan bina satu jambatan untuk orong-orong kampong disini", one pakcik asked, "Datuk, sini takde sungai,buat apa bina jambatan?" and Samy glorious replied,"Kalau takde sungai, kita bina sungai!"
5) Samy's favorite quote on national television "Toll naik sikit, manyak marah saya. You ingat semua ini toll saya punya bapa punya kah!"
6) During the water shortage crisis : "semua orang diminta jgn membuang aiyerr..!"
7) During blood donation campaign in Sg Siput: "..marilah kita semua menderma dara.."
8) During the opening speech of various function: "...selamat datang saudara-mara semua.." (actually is "saudara-saudari")
9) At an opening ceremony: "mempersilakan datin paduka rafidah aziz naik ke pentas utk membuka kain"
10)Commenting about his modesty: "sebenarnya, kemaluan saya sangat-sangat besar"

And lastly u know why our N-S Highway concessionaire is named PLUS.

PLUS = Pungut Lebih Untuk Samy

2007-09-20 21:49:30 · 15 answers · asked by anderson 6 in Malaysia

what do you think of the molester?what do u feel like doing to him?hit him?

2007-09-20 21:02:57 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Malaysia

BBQ RULES
We are about to enter the BBQ season. Therefore it is important to refresh your memory on the etiquette of this sublime outdoor cooking activity .
When a man volunteers to do the BBQ the following chain of events are put into motion:

Routine...
(1) The woman buys the food.
(2) The woman makes the salad, prepares the vegetables, and makes dessert.
(3) The woman prepares the meat for cooking, places it on a tray along with the necessary cooking utensils and sauces,
and takes it to the man who is lounging beside the grill - beer in hand.

(4) The woman remains outside the compulsory three meter exclusion zone where the exuberance of testosterone and other manly bonding activities can take place without the interference of the woman.
Here comes the important part:
(5) THE MAN PLACES THE MEAT ON THE GRILL.

More routine...
(6) The woman goes inside to organize the plates and cutlery.
(7) The woman comes out to tell the man that the meat is looking great. He thanks her and asks if she will bring another beer
while he flips the meat .

Important again:
(8) THE MAN TAKES THE MEAT OFF THE GRILL AND HANDS IT TO THE WOMAN.
More routine...
(9) The woman prepares the plates, salad, bread, utensils, napkins, sauces, and brings them to the table.
(10) After eating, the woman clears the table and does the dishes.

And most important of all:
(11) Everyone PRAISES the MAN and THANKS HIM for his cooking efforts.
(12) The man asks the woman how she enjoyed "her night off." And, upon seeing her annoyed reaction, concludes that there's just no pleasing some women...

2007-09-20 20:53:59 · 18 answers · asked by PC 7 in Philippines

2007-09-20 20:51:16 · 6 answers · asked by .. . 2 in China

2007-09-20 19:50:33 · 5 answers · asked by JG 1 in Philippines

Between 18 and 22, a woman is like Africa, half discovered, half wild, fertile and naturally beautiful!

Between 23 and 30, a woman is like Europe, well developed and open to trade.

Between 31 and 35, a woman is like Spain, very hot, relaxed and convinced of her own beauty.

Between 36 and 40, a woman is like Greece, gently aging but still a warm and desirable place to visit.

Between 41 and 50, a woman is like Great Britain, with a glorious and all conquering past.

Between 51 and 60, a woman is like Israel, has been through war and doesn't make the same mistakes twice, takes care of business.

Between 61 and 70, a woman is like Canada, self-preserving but open to meeting new people.

After 70, she becomes Tibet, wildly beautiful, with a mysterious past and the wisdom of the ages... only those with an adventurous spirit and a thirst for spiritual knowledge visit there.

2007-09-20 19:37:14 · 15 answers · asked by sweetwater 7 in Philippines

I'm not talking about what the value of my answer is.
I can't believe this chosen "best" answer reflect the fact.

Or am I thinking too much?

2007-09-20 16:56:10 · 17 answers · asked by oncoshishin 3 in Japan

& it all comes back to you?

agree or disagree?

& don't you just love the new coke commercial?: )

2007-09-20 15:11:41 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philippines