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Designer handbags — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 02:23:23 -0000

I'm looking forward to your thesis results ^3^!!

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Xhilononi234 — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:40:19 -0000

インターネットの日本語のしんぶんがいいです。Emikoさんのりねんもいいです。

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emiko — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:17:24 -0000

i want to see an article on cooking or food, since i'm trying to start making bento boxes ^^

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Kitsune — Mon, 26 May 2008 21:40:53 -0000

Current News in Japan from your point of view would be awesome, I'd also like to see some information on where certain phrases in Japan came from (ex. Not even a kitten around, to say that there are no living creatures around), and I love hearing about Japanese culture... Perhaps a comparison between the different dialects of Japan... I know that Osaka and Tokyo tend to have the most discernable differences in language (including using completely different words for insults... My teacher mentioned that to say Baka in Osaka is the equivilent of swearing harshly at people, but in Tokyo its simply considered to mean idiot. Apoligies to anyone who knows the Osaka dialect and was insulted, it's simply the only example I know of.).

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gueru — Fri, 23 May 2008 19:33:09 -0000

gracias.... es que me dio pereza =^.^=

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gueru — Fri, 23 May 2008 19:30:46 -0000

jeje...

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AOR — Fri, 16 May 2008 14:12:00 -0000

"Veamos... talvez algo de noticias actuales en Japon y talvez algo de historia de la gramatica para ver si se entiende mejor ;D"

Let's see...Perhaps some current events in Japan and maybe some grammatical history, just to get a better grasp of things ;D

That's what he or she...You know.

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BRiaN — Thu, 15 May 2008 06:12:52 -0000

Let's see..sometimes something about real news in japan and sometimes about grammary history to see if you understand (it) better.

thats my translation.
Even though My spanish sucks...
but as to the site....
I think you should (of course) add more japanese blogs that involve teaching a few things,but like gueru said, something so we can practice reading and see if we are understanding it.
I'd also like to see more of the "japanese textbook reviews" so we can see what are the other [good] things out there.

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SputnikSweetie — Thu, 15 May 2008 05:14:24 -0000

I was thinking of doing another little fashion article, actually. Thanks for the feedback!

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SputnikSweetie — Thu, 15 May 2008 05:13:11 -0000

Too shy to do a podcast right now, haha.

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SputnikSweetie — Thu, 15 May 2008 05:12:46 -0000

Oh, indeed.

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koichi — Wed, 14 May 2008 21:56:59 -0000

no something something espanol

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koichi — Wed, 14 May 2008 21:56:36 -0000

Animals, eh? Hmm, I think that's Erin's job :)

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koichi — Wed, 14 May 2008 21:54:42 -0000

unfortunately we are in three different states, so that makes doing a podcast kind of hard. I suppose we could skype it and record it that way...hmm.

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gueru — Wed, 14 May 2008 17:31:37 -0000

Veamos... talvez algo de noticias actuales en Japon y talvez algo de historia de la gramatica para ver si se entiende mejor ;D

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WOTDsctoo — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:53:21 -0000

Hmm...judging by that response I don't think I detect any sort of desire whatsoever to meet with Applemilk....

which is unfortunate. XD I'd enjoy the video.

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Guest — Wed, 14 May 2008 13:29:06 -0000

What I love about tofugu is that the posts are really funny and unusual 8D I really like the videos and learning the language. Here are some other things that I think would be really cool to read about:

+ Book reviews: I'd love to see more reviews of different textbooks for learning Japanese and what you would recommend, ranging from different levels of course. Or just any resources you think would be an asset.

+ Movie/JDORAMA/music reviews: lol. There's some great entertainment there, and it would be cool to see what you thought or recommend. And I'm always ready to watch some new jdorama XD

+ Technology/Design: I'm a nerd when it comes to technology, toys, art. I know Japan has something new/weird/awesome things going on.

+ "A visit to.."/ "must go here": I really liked how you talked about Nara in one post. Maybe if you talked about the cities in Japan or smaller areas/places as well. I love looking at the architecture in Japan, especially small places like the backstreets and shops/etc.

+ Fashion: I'd love to see Erin write more fashion articles. From street/urban wear to cosplay/lolita, traditional/ceremonial garb, weird beauty products, etc.

Hope these give you guys some ideas 8DD Happy blogging

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mountaincritter — Wed, 14 May 2008 12:31:24 -0000

Oh yeah--I agree! You can't get that kind of "practical speaking" stuff from books, always. ('Course, I know you're not *in* Japan and such things change constantly, so this could be hard....)

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mountaincritter — Wed, 14 May 2008 12:26:15 -0000

The content here really is unique, isn't it? I noticed that before...anyway, aside from more additions to the 'Animals' section, here's what else I'd like to see:

1. Advice on how to talk to people/fit in/make a good impression in Japan. (Notes on ediquette, customs, societal expectations, etc).
2. Keep the videos coming.
3. Uhh.....I guess........just keep it up if ya' can. I've only been around a short while, but I like this site. Its fun and it motivates me somehow.

So yeah!

over and out

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Chester_King — Wed, 14 May 2008 11:37:23 -0000

* puts on psychoanalysis hat *

I sense she's a bit of a lost soul looking for direction. I see frustration, depression, and general melancholy throughout her entertainingly chaotic videos which is, sadly, "interesting". She mentions she has become very happy now that she lives in Japan, much more so than growing up in America; perhaps Japan is a form of escape for her but apparently she's been studying Japanese for many years so it all makes for interesting soap opera.

* takes off hat *

In any case, you (Koichi) and Miss Applemilk are my two current "guides" to anything Japanese.
Two very different approaches and both very much appreciated.

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zattsu-ooru — Wed, 14 May 2008 07:31:53 -0000

For some odd reason i agree. But people don't always portray their real selves on the net, anyways...

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koichi — Wed, 14 May 2008 03:33:06 -0000

I don't see too much of the 'extremely intelligent' ... troubled is more accurate

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Chester_King — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:50:03 -0000

Yeah... it would either be a totally cool, funny, and perhaps bizarre video or........

the END of all things, shattering glass......TIME one livid, final flame.....

I'm hoping it's the former........but that's just me.

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Viet — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:41:29 -0000

A visit with Applemilk? Haha... It'll be one interesting visit.

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Chester_King — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:36:13 -0000

Koichi,

What AOR said gets a big second from me but my biggest concern is that you don't feel tempted to do something because you think it's going to be popular. Obviously, you're not that kind of person so I'll rephrase;

Tofugu has a very distinctive Koichi stamp all over it. I always have this sense of an "about to graduate in Japan language/culture studies" vibe in your work and that's been great. Now that you've graduated it's time for the "big leagues" so to speak . I and I'm sure many other viewers/subscribers enjoy seeing Japan through your eyes. As long as you keep it real to your own personal interests, it will feel fresh and be enjoyable to watch no matter how potentially esoteric. Just keep doing the great job you've been doing and ignore what I and others are saying and you will be the next Lion King.

- Chester

p.s. In case any of this stuff enters your subconscious, I wouldn't mind seeing you talk about....

1. Rise of drift car culture with a visit to a drifting event.
2. A visit with Emily (Applemilk1988)... she seems extremely intelligent; and troubled....
3. Your own personal likes and dislikes about living in Japan and Japanese culture (a serious critique as it were) with a point-counterpoint to growing up American.

Of course.... I never mentioned any of this......