Tag Archives: Culture Lesson

Going Down In Flames-Hirezake

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Emily Cannell

There are a few things which should only be done in a lab setting. With safety glasses, a lab coat, and a glass hood under which flammables and other explosives are tested; maybe a hazmat suit for added precaution. Certain … Continue reading →

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The Children at Taya Cavern

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Emily Cannell

Unfortunately for any of you still reading this blog, I have figured out the ICloud. Which means I`ve been looking through thousands of pictures, which I will now force upon you. Hopefully it won`t be as bad as looking at … Continue reading →

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Culture Shock In Photos

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Emily Cannell

For the past several days I`ve been trying to figure out how the Cloud ate all my photos. The ones that hadn`t been consumed were permanently frozen on my phone, no longer available for sharing, emailing, or converting in to … Continue reading →

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The Canada Goose – An Animal to Love or Hate?

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Emily Cannell

The answer depends on which side of the border you reside. I will speak on behalf of all Americans- We`ve all slipped in green poo. Most of the infamous Canada geese who purportedly fly south for the winter end up … Continue reading →

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The Warabi Naked Man Festival

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Emily Cannell

I see you were as intrigued as I to see  gain further cultural enlightenment. The unofficial title drew a bus load of screaming, rabid “50 is the new 20” year olds. Not since the opening of the first male strip … Continue reading →

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Just How Rude are You? The Chopstick Test

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Emily Cannell

As if the Offspring didn`t cause enough raised eyebrows at home with their barn like behavior at the trough supper table, now the Japanese we encounter while dining have concluded somewhere hidden underneath those clothes is a curly tail. Amidst … Continue reading →

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Japanese Name Calling- Not Appropriate for Children and Teenagers

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Emily Cannell

Tengu. Oh-and  it`s nasty. Use it carefully. Don`t tell I taught you or I`ll call you a liar. After reading this, you will shiver with delight every time you shout it at your worst arch-enemy from behind the locked sound … Continue reading →

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“What`s Your Type?”

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Emily Cannell

“What`s your sign?” The ultimate conversation starter lost with the demise of the horoscope in the 70`s. Perhaps it got tangled up with disco. Whatever the reason,  I stopped looking for a Leo soul mate and that groovy Sagittarius embroidered … Continue reading →

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Will Wearing a Ski Mask Help Ouisar-San Avoid Another Cultural Faux Pas?

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Emily Cannell

The Clampitt Clan has returned from the annual family vacation and I find myself in an awkward, and long-lasting, position. I am the center of attention. When I board a train, all the ladies look me over from head to … Continue reading →

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Another Culture Lesson Learned the Hard Way- #16

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Emily Cannell

Today, I will review a case study, which will, if committed to memory, prevent your new Japanese friends from committing seppuku (suicide) after attending a party at your apartment. Harasi-san, a Japanese male in his early twenties. A recent graduate … Continue reading →

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