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Wednesday 4th, April. 2012
Kimono - Robe
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"when this robe came, I couldn't believe how great it was...i wore it for a mardi gras party and I was a big hit"
1. Kimono – Japanese traditional dress
“kimono—which Japanese have worn for hundreds of years…The traditional garment was a staple for women and even men before the 20th century with many now wearing them just for special occasions.”
Source: Japan Today
2. Vietnam becomes a popular choice for Japanese travellers
“481,500 Japanese travelers came to Vietnam in 2011, an increase of 8.9 percent in comparison with 2010. “
Source: Vietnam Net Bridge
3. 30% of Japanese are effected by pollen, resulting in hay fever
“.. sugi (Japanese cedar) is one of the most common pollens in Japan, and about 30% ( of Japanese) are affected with hay fever”
Source: Wall Street Times Japan
4. New website launched to help US businesses do business with Japan
“The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) USA has launched a launching a new and more interactive website at www.jetro.org to provide better support for U.S. companies looking to do business with Japan.”
Source: Japan Today
"when this robe came, I couldn't believe how great it was...i wore it for a mardi gras party and I was a big hit"
5. How prices rose for using a public bath in the 1970’s in Tokyo after the oil shock
“I was paying 48 yen to bathe at the public bath house near my apartment in 1972; the following year I paid 55 yen, an increase of almost 15 percent; and by the time I left Tokyo in 1975, I was paying 100 yen, more than double the 1972 price!”
Source: Mainichi Daily News
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