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[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:
Japan is bad ass in so many ways. Their culture, language, technology, food, history,woman, art etc are all awesome and so different from the west.[/quote]

WTF? Lol, so different makes it better?

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I wish I could go and volunteer to help but it’s not possible for the time being… I know they’ll bounce back quicker than if this had happened somewhere else. The majority of it’s citizens are organized, smart, efficient and hard working. [/quote]

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.

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[quote]Nards wrote:

You can slide over the images to see them before/after. Incredible.[/quote]

Dang, that is some crazy shit! That last one, you can see how much earth was pulled into the ocean.

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[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.[/quote]

What are you talking about? Or did I forget to turn on my internal sarcasm detector?

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[quote]spiderman739 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.[/quote]

What are you talking about? Or did I forget to turn on my internal sarcasm detector?[/quote]

Yes, I think you forgot to flip the switch. I was giving him shit because of the stereotype that since it is different than the West it must be better/awesome/superior/&c.

However, even though they may not cut off your hands, their punishment is far more severe than America’s in some instances.

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[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:
Japan is bad ass in so many ways. Their culture, language, technology, food, history,woman, art etc are all awesome and so different from the west.[/quote]

WTF? Lol, so different makes it better?

[quote]
I wish I could go and volunteer to help but it’s not possible for the time being… I know they’ll bounce back quicker than if this had happened somewhere else. The majority of it’s citizens are organized, smart, efficient and hard working. [/quote]

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.[/quote]

WTF? lol, who the hell said they were better?

Japan has one of the most interesting/unique cultures in the world IMO. What’s so strange about that?

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Over 10,000 dead, this is nuts. They say it’s the worst amount of casualties since World War 2.

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[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]spiderman739 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.[/quote]

What are you talking about? Or did I forget to turn on my internal sarcasm detector?[/quote]

Yes, I think you forgot to flip the switch. I was giving him shit because of the stereotype that since it is different than the West it must be better/awesome/superior/&c.

However, even though they may not cut off your hands, their punishment is far more severe than America’s in some instances.[/quote]

To be fare, the guy wasn’t saying it was superior.

And as for the punishment thing, I don’t know much about what kind of punishments are dished out in the US but the punishments in Japan are remarkabley soft in my opinion. The only copmlaints I have heard about the punishment system is how the death sentence is carried out.

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[quote]strungoutboy21 wrote:
Over 10,000 dead, this is nuts. They say it’s the worst amount of casualties since World War 2.[/quote]

It is shockingly bad. If you check out the link that Nards posted you can see how much the landscape has changed. I am just so happy I don’t live anywhere near it. I have read that my prefecture will have it’s own big one in about 30 years.

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[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:
Japan is bad ass in so many ways. Their culture, language, technology, food, history,woman, art etc are all awesome and so different from the west.[/quote]

WTF? Lol, so different makes it better?

Okay, so you’re not riding on Japan’s jock?

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[quote]strungoutboy21 wrote:
Over 10,000 dead, this is nuts. They say it’s the worst amount of casualties since World War 2.[/quote]

Crazy.

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[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:
Japan is bad ass in so many ways. Their culture, language, technology, food, history,woman, art etc are all awesome and so different from the west.[/quote]

WTF? Lol, so different makes it better?

Okay, so you’re not riding on Japan’s jock? [/quote]
I might be. Does that make you insecure?

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[quote]spiderman739 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]spiderman739 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.[/quote]

What are you talking about? Or did I forget to turn on my internal sarcasm detector?[/quote]

Yes, I think you forgot to flip the switch. I was giving him shit because of the stereotype that since it is different than the West it must be better/awesome/superior/&c.

However, even though they may not cut off your hands, their punishment is far more severe than America’s in some instances.[/quote]

To be fare, the guy wasn’t saying it was superior.

And as for the punishment thing, I don’t know much about what kind of punishments are dished out in the US but the punishments in Japan are remarkabley soft in my opinion. The only copmlaints I have heard about the punishment system is how the death sentence is carried out.[/quote]

I’ve seen both, and compared to America Japan is far harsher, but that is neither here nor there. I was just giving him shit and he got butt hurt, so I’ll leave it alone.

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I’m in Canada now, but I work a lot in the Miyagi-ken area and in Tohoku in general. These places you’re seeing washed away on TV are places I’ve spent a significant amount of time in. These past few days have been unbearable for me.

I’m in contact with two friends in Sendai - one has power, but no water…the other, vice versa. The supermarkets and convenience stores have been completely emptied as of this morning. My one friend managed to stock up on stuff that Japanese don’t consider proper food…peanut butter, nuts, dried seeds and dried cranberries. The other is running low of food.

A friend of mine in Kessenuma is likely dead. There has been one “reported” Canadian death…my friend will probably be the second.

Japanese culture has its critics, but there has been NO widespread panic, even in the hardest hit areas. Nobody fighting, pushing, or freaking out while waiting for hours in line for food or water. No looting or opportunistic theft. People are helping each other through this. It’s absolutely inspirational to me. I’m sorry to say that my hometown of Toronto would be much, much less composed during a similar disaster.

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[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]spiderman739 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]spiderman739 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

Just don’t break any of their laws, or they’ll likely cut off a body part or take a cane to your body.[/quote]

What are you talking about? Or did I forget to turn on my internal sarcasm detector?[/quote]

Yes, I think you forgot to flip the switch. I was giving him shit because of the stereotype that since it is different than the West it must be better/awesome/superior/&c.

However, even though they may not cut off your hands, their punishment is far more severe than America’s in some instances.[/quote]

To be fare, the guy wasn’t saying it was superior.

And as for the punishment thing, I don’t know much about what kind of punishments are dished out in the US but the punishments in Japan are remarkabley soft in my opinion. The only copmlaints I have heard about the punishment system is how the death sentence is carried out.[/quote]

I’ve seen both, and compared to America Japan is far harsher, but that is neither here nor there. I was just giving him shit and he got butt hurt, so I’ll leave it alone.[/quote]

Look guy I didn’t come here to ruin this thread. I’ve never interacted with you on these forums and unfortunately I can’t figure out people’s intentions when they post on the internet.

With that said if you were just bored and trying to “bust my chops” for entertainment, which I don’t think you were but whatever, then fair enough. Lets leave it at that and continue with what the thread was intended for, Japan.

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[quote]PimpBot5000 wrote:
Japanese culture has its critics, but there has been NO widespread panic, even in the hardest hit areas. Nobody fighting, pushing, or freaking out while waiting for hours in line for food or water. No looting or opportunistic theft. People are helping each other through this. It’s absolutely inspirational to me. I’m sorry to say that my hometown of Toronto would be much, much less composed during a similar disaster.

  [/quote]

^Yup!

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Everyone over here has really been pulling together to try and help.

I have got to agree with PimpBot5000. The people have been reacting with stoicism and bravery. They are an example to us all.

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Been getting into a lot of debates with people comparing Japan and Katrina.

SMH

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Japan, Katrina, Haiti! Natural disasters. We have no control, we are slaves to the earth. However, you can prepair for them. Saw a bit on the news, Japan prepares its people for earthquakes and such. They know what to do. Americans are completely unprepared for most any disaster. Check your house, if you were to loose electricity and water and were unable to go anywhere to get anything, how long could you survive? What is in your fridge? Freezer? cabinet? Can you cook anything without electicity or gas? I know I’m glad I have an extra propane tank for my grill.

Ever since Katrina, I have seen quite a bit on disaster preparedness but how many people are actually heeding the advice? Before anyone replies to this, take a look around your home and ask yourself if you are ready for ANYTHING out of the ordinary.

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[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:

[quote]Brother Chris wrote:

[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:
Japan is bad ass in so many ways. Their culture, language, technology, food, history,woman, art etc are all awesome and so different from the west.[/quote]

WTF? Lol, so different makes it better?

Okay, so you’re not riding on Japan’s jock? [/quote]
I might be. Does that make you insecure? [/quote]
Just find it humourous when people hail East as the best. It’s exotic, it’s not better. I understand the affinity to it, but ultimately just given you shit because it seems most get pissed off when I throw the self loathing card at someone. :slight_smile:

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[quote]Soulja874 wrote:
SMH[/quote]

What does this mean?