Assuming life is required, the following 87 results were found.
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today. Just kidding. All classes are canceled because of the typhoon, so don't come to work." That was the first time in my life I got to stay home due to the weather conditions. Thanks, Mama Nature! The theme of typhoons seems to be WIND. One storm was...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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love with Asia. That’s saying a lot because I don’t mess around with my heels. I’ve never felt more drawn to a place in my life, and I’m committed. That being said, like the initial attraction of any relationship, once the honeymoon phase starts to wear...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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and we're far from perfect, but here are some great things they did that have paid off time and time again in my adult life: Made Me Go to School Not a day goes by that I don't appreciate the kick-ass education that my parents got me. They paid every...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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It's All Youhttps://japanatron.com/blog/other/general/10055-its-all-you
Know Thineself Everyone has talents, skills, and characteristics that serve as guide markers for what one should be doing in life. There are things that come naturally and things that don't. I've found that my life proceeds all the more smoothly when I...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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there’s an option there at the bottom that says something like “Other Amount - 10-yen increments.” Do it! It’ll change your life! Get a More Suitable Wallet I got this one due to its spacious coin storage facilities, and I've never been happier: [スターツ]...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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Tokyo Makes Me Hate Peoplehttps://japanatron.com/blog/japan/general/10081-tokyo-makes-me-hate-people
intimate and detailed conversations / moments, and I always seem to know what I'm thinking. All my worries and troubles in life melt away, and I give myself unparalleled advice. Hanging out is ultra convenient, and no challenges or rocky paths are ever...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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focus on that situation. Knock-on-wood--I have yet to suffer nearly as much when shooting stills or HD video. Short Battery Life This camera eats batteries faster than Cookie Monster eats (you guessed it) cookies. Well, there's not much I can say about...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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calculations, I determined that I could likely cycle to work daily, thus building a daily calorie-burning workout into my lifestyle routine. I'm a huge fan of such natural exercise because I don't have to think about it nor remember to schedule it. Next...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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my stomach. On a side-note, the sushi at this hole-in-the-wall place was and still is the finest sushi I've ever had in my life. Nothing has ever topped it. Kayo excused herself to use the restroom. Worrying that the conversation would suddenly slam to...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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of there humbled by the experience. Who would've guessed that Tottori, Japan would provide me with the spiciest meal of my life? Later we both felt terribly sick and were forced to cancel our evening outing with friends. Big surprise, eh? Mondaiji Band!...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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have a cold, and everyone gives you advice like their advice is some big scientific breakthrough? I've had a few colds in my life, so I think I know what to do by now. "Drink lots of orange juice." "Get some rest." Wow! I've never heard that one before!...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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flu. Being a warm-blooded California boy, the harsh Tottori winter hit me really hard. In fact, this was the first flu of my life. The weekend turned foggy as I spiraled further into darkness. I had a second date scheduled with the lovely Kaori that the...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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November 2003 - My Name is Debuhttps://japanatron.com/blog/japan/countryside/10020-my-name-is-debu
onegaishimasu." Translation: Large...Since I am an American, large please. * I'm not yet completely used to this small-town life. It's kinda cool cuz there are never lines or crowds anywhere. You go to a bar on a Saturday night in Tottori and you will...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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Technologyhttps://japanatron.com/directory/10414-technology
is a powerful VoIP service that offers overseas phone numbers, easing the maintenance of homeland presence while living life as an expat. I explain in more depth in this article: How to Receive SMS Passcodes Abroad If you do plan on using Anveo, please...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: Directory
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The Kyoto Poopie Incidenthttps://japanatron.com/blog/japan/countryside/1001-the-kyoto-incident
In Japanese culture there is this concept of honne and tatemae. Honne means "true feeling" while tatemae means "surface." Life is a choice between the two; however, usually it is most important to mask your true feelings from others-especially those you...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Countryside
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The Blue Sea's Salthttps://japanatron.com/blog/other/poems/10068-the-blue-seas-salt
monkey’s toe. To make my mild mind wander. But there comes a time I cannot rhyme. I lie in my bed and wonder. If there is a life after this life to which my soul can saunter. For windy days of weary ways Cast a shade of dimness. But is it just the lack...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: Poems
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I've come to realize that this picture is painted across the entire United States. I've already penned another article (Life in Japan - Why Americans Are So Fat) exploring America's weight problems in more detail, so I'll simply restate the broad...
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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I am the Office Farterhttps://japanatron.com/blog/other/general/10091-i-am-the-office-farter
commendation. Gotta look into that. Yes, I've tried Beano. It works, but constipates the crap out of me. What do I want--a life of gas, or a life of constipation? I choose gas. I've heard that gas is a sign of a healthy gut. Mine must be REALLY healthy....
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- Author: Mondaiji
- Category: General
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How to Date Japanese Guyshttps://japanatron.com/blog/japan/general/10336-how-to-date-japanese-guys
everything you post. Keep up that online conversation and don’t let your spirits down if he still doesn’t talk much in real life. Look your best! Looks are a controversial topic. You can’t really put your finger on “what type of women do Japanese men...
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- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General
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Wait...is that his hand down- what?!? Oh, shit. This is real life. Being half asleep coming back from an exhausting job in Shibuya and on my way to a photoshoot, I wasn’t sure if this was me being half-delusional on behalf of lack of sleep or...
- Type: Article
- Author: Japanatron
- Category: General