Japan

I have had mixed results on the web saying that kids can't play and then on the same page saying they are tolerated. Please Help. Also what do they consider Kids?

2007-12-12 16:26:11 · 4 answers · asked by Klakman 3

My boyfriend had 2 occasions when he bought 2 used cameras at Ahkihabara (I was with him). We felt that the staffs at 2nd hand electronic shops in Akihabara were not polite at all. There was no greetings when we entered (they could not be bothered) and when my BF wanted to look at and touch the item, they just acted like indifferent robots with NO smiles at all. Even after we paid by credit card, there was NO "THANK YOU / Arigato Goisaimasu" NOR a polite bow to us. The staffs even used 1 hand (not both) to return the credit card. It's downright RUDE!!!


Now why is this so? How can we feedback POOR SERVICE to the management of the shop? It seems like a well-established shop with about 2-3 storeys of items, selling a mixture of new and used items.

Do these staffs treat local Japanese in the same manner? How would a normal Japanese react in our position? Would a local Japanese point out in a straightforward manner to the staff at his impolitness?

2007-12-12 12:21:53 · 6 answers · asked by Lost-Hurt-Disappointed 3

Can you translate this for me?

日本 Nihon or Nippon, officially 日本国 Nippon-koku or Nihon-koku

2007-12-12 12:05:23 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am trying to call a friend's cell phone in Japan from the US. He gave me this number: 09030421XXX ( I substituted exes for the last three numbers). How do I call this number from the US. I tried 011-81 and then the number. That didn't work. Help! It is very important that I contact him.

2007-12-12 11:18:09 · 3 answers · asked by pyro_alchemist 2

i live in upstate new york and i badly want to move to Tokyo Japan, i currently live with my parents so i dont have much just entertainment stuff and clothes id leave my bed and shelves behind so itll be a small moving load. how much would everything cost? anything helps.

2007-12-11 14:26:17 · 9 answers · asked by AO 4 Yayo 4

2007-12-11 13:30:25 · 8 answers · asked by jobay 1

where japanese girls go to meet foreigners

2007-12-10 22:46:48 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

anything and everything about the universities (including pros and cons...) and if you were to choose how would you order them according to your preference and why?

- ritsumeikan university
- aichi university
- utsunomiya university
- the international university of kagoshima

2007-12-10 17:48:52 · 4 answers · asked by blitzkrieg 5

How has the social structure (gender roles and relations, family and kinship, racial and ethnic constructions, or social and economic classes) remained the same throughout Japanese history (foundations to present)?

2007-12-10 09:00:23 · 4 answers · asked by kkrulez3001 2

I've noticed the word "PACHINKO" in many buildings and went in to take a look. As I don't understand Japanese, I don't know how to get started. Am I right to say that Pachinko refers to the game which one needs to slot small pinballs into the machine?

Can anyone explain to me what the game rules are like and what is considered a win? Also, after winning the pinballs, can I redeem for cash in yen? Are there any websites? Is the place open to foreigners?

2007-12-10 03:57:57 · 4 answers · asked by Lost-Hurt-Disappointed 3

I'm on a short visit to Japan. I have a JR pass and want to do the best hiking I can. I don't mind cold weather or snow but I didn't bring any climbing or mountaineering gear so I need pretty mild outdoor activities. Suggestions on places that are easy to get go by Japan Rail and can be seen in a day or two? Thanks.

2007-12-10 03:49:12 · 3 answers · asked by JW 2

Being a foreigner, I've noticed that there seems to be a syndicate of Japanese guys (mostly dressed in black) loitering right outside the Shinjuku and Shibuya JR stations. They seem to be roaming around and waiting for some people but look quite suspicious (seem like pickpockets to me at first but of which I thought didn't make any sense later). What do these guys do? Are they male pimps or sex providers? Or are they just out to make friends with attractive ladies?

Also, I walked around Shinjuku late at night (seems like red light district) and saw many well-groomed guys with stylish hair standing in the alley. I was even offered approached and offered a card, to which I rejected politely without even looking and hurriedly walked away since I don't understand Japanese. What do these guys do for a livelihood? By approaching ladies, what do they really want?

2007-12-10 02:33:41 · 6 answers · asked by DeleraTwinkie 4

I was just looking for general input/ideas on what to do (eat, sightsee, shop, culture etc.) on my upcoming trip to Japan. Keep in mind that it's over the New Year's time period so a lot of normal attractions will likely be closed. We will be in Tokyo from 12/28-1/1, and staying in Osaka from 1/1-1/5 and then back in Tokyo for one night before coming back to the U.S. While in Osaka we plan to take day trips to probably 2 of the 3 of Kyoto, Kobe and Nara as I've read they're all less than a couple hours train ride away.
We're both young and active, like shopping, eating, and some nightlife, though we're no party animals, interested in "normal" sightseeing activities as well as things more unusual, though again I suspect a lot of the normal tourist attractions will be closed. We plan on going to a temple New Years. We don't have tight financial constraints, don't want to nec. eat $200 meals or shop at Chanel, but we've got a fairly liberal budget.
Thanks for the help

2007-12-10 01:55:02 · 4 answers · asked by VS 2

does anyone know of a cheap rental car company? also how much to tolls in Japan? need to drive from narita airport to shinjuku PLEASE HELP thank you

2007-12-09 17:39:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

My son has been invited on the trip of a lifetime with his karate class to go to Japan next year for competitions, training and an educational trip. Its something i could never afford and he really wants to go but I am obviously worried at the prospect of letting him go, albeit with responible adults. What do you think?

2007-12-09 03:31:06 · 29 answers · asked by ? 7

I went to japan to model and everyone told me to just wait until I got there to get a visa cuz it would be easier... it's not. A lot of the modeling agencies I went to offered me work but I cant work without the visa.. grrr. Does anyone know how I can get one??? Any help will be GREATLY appreciated.

2007-12-07 23:03:26 · 7 answers · asked by ABCDE 1

to learn about the Japanese culture and how to write/speak Japanese?

I've wanted to go to Tokyo since I was a little girl, but I couldn't afford it. Now I'm saving up for the trip over, but I think it'd be wise if I knew the taboos, and how to behave in that city. Also, it would make things easier if I could read and understand what people are saying to me.

As, I mentioned before, where is the best place to learn all about Japan?

2007-12-07 01:22:53 · 5 answers · asked by Usagi's Twin; HAJI IS MINE! 4

I'm flying from Seoul(ICN) to Chicago(ORD) via Tokyo(NRT).
However, I'm having an 8 hour layover in Narita Airport.

I know the city center or downtown Tokyo is 1hour 30minutes away from the airport and that makes more than 3hours for a roundtrip.
But I hate waiting at the airport for 8 hours!!

Is there any place closer to the airport but worth hanging around?
I just want to walk around and have fabulous lunch!!!
Any suggestions for a layover passenger?

One more question, I'm flying with American Airlines for the first time. (From Tokyo to Chicago)
Are they good compared with UA, Northwest, JAL, Korean Air or Asiana?
(It was the cheapest option of the five other airlines)

2007-12-06 20:26:38 · 8 answers · asked by Bluemoon 5

I am going to Tokyo in Spring '08 and want to book a good hotel that is in Asakusa. Just wondering if this was a good location.

2007-12-06 05:52:11 · 8 answers · asked by Momo 1

2007-12-06 02:23:00 · 10 answers · asked by Toilet Finger! 2

Currently living in Northern Japan what are some good ideas for local travel within a few hours of that area? Can anyone help..Id love to get away but not go too far! Would love somewhere with a semi nightlife.

2007-12-06 01:15:22 · 3 answers · asked by Steven 2

I am going to visit my boyfriend is there hotels on the base
or close by

2007-12-05 17:22:32 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm going to Korea this MArch or April ; I'm also interested in going to Japan. But what is the cheapest/best way to get there? If I go on train, I'll have to start in Seoul and go down to Pusan, and then take the ferry to Japan, and then i wanna wisit hiroshima ,osaka , kyoto and then reach Tokyo. If I were to go the longer way how long would it take, and how much would it be?? Anyone have websites for fare costs for the train and ferry and the During MArch & April??

2007-12-05 09:31:07 · 4 answers · asked by absolute 1

I Need Details Like The Cost I Would Be Expecting To Pay, The Best Places To Tour When I Get There Etc...

2007-12-05 08:36:18 · 5 answers · asked by ? 3

I am really into Japanese food. I've grown up in America where I was taught not to play with my food. In Japan, you always play with your food. What kinds of Japanese food should I check out? I am in Japan now, and there are many things I've not tried! Your thoughts?

2007-12-05 01:33:30 · 20 answers · asked by Toilet Finger! 2

I am in Japan. Some, actually most, sex clubs do not allow foreigners eg. white people. How do I know where I can go without embarrassing myself each time?

2007-12-05 01:30:27 · 17 answers · asked by Toilet Finger! 2

I am in the Aichi Prefecture and I am a student of The Game... I read it over three years ago and I love to go sarging... please, i need some people to go out with me... contact me or add me as a contact... I am dead serious, lets go sarging.

2007-12-05 00:44:23 · 2 answers · asked by mor e 3

and does those punk disturb public

2007-12-05 00:27:29 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-04 20:21:29 · 4 answers · asked by DeleraTwinkie 4

2007-12-04 18:37:39 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous