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A very interesting article, at least to me, about that famous character, 'The Expatriate Whiner'. Of course I have my bad days but most days I like being in Japan. This guy's comments certainly reinforce some of the reasons that the grass is not always greener. Would you agree? read more »
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In case some misguided few might think my life revovles the Yamanote Halloween Train, I thought I might submit this article on a summary of my travels and activities last year.

It's pretty long but there are a lot of pictures from many Japanese festivals and cultural events from the Emperor's read more »
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This is a great book to read to understand more about Japan and Japanese. read more »
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This site has great Japan photos (and I'm not just saying that because the blogger is my old Sophia U. classmate, but that makes it even better :) read more »
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My answers to Erizabesu's Japan questions meme. Fun stuff. Try it on your own blog and maybe give E some link love.

(Also included: RockingInHakata's lol cats in Japanese) read more »
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Take a look at this comparison of Japan's new-look Yahoo homepage, and the .com version. You'll see all kinds of cultural differences from the menu alone. I've highlighted such Japanese interests as pets, beauty, shopping, superstitions, rail and food. read more »
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