Japan worth it?

[AGuyWithaGun]

Most definately. Not going would be a bigger waste in my opinion. I've always found the Oriental culture to be one of the more interesting cultures out there. A pity I've, as of yet, not had a chance to go an experience it first hand. I think the experience will do you well too. Learn of other beliefs, customs, ways of living, etc., etc. Personally I think it'd be awesome to see some of the sites that Japan has to offer. Shrines, their sporting events, the food...I'd be in heaven :D .Not to mention that the women....mmmm(drool).....well, the other reasons I've stated are more important but you get the idea.

If you're having some trouble making up your mind, I suggest reading up on it a little. Check out some philosphy books, study on the cultural differences, history and all that good stuff. If ANY of it tweaks your interest in the slightest bit, GO. I personally think the experience will make you a better person in the long run.

Lu showed me some pictures of some of the different places he had the chance to go to while he was in the military: Egypt, Greenland, etc. And while the images are awesome (Egyptian pyrimids looked fricken suh-weet!!!) I could not begin to fathom actually being there. Some of these culture's (case in point: Japan) have been around for ages. True, the Japanese are as modern as it gets, but they've been able to hold on to and preserve alot of what is Japan. It's a chance that some don't even get in life so I say go for it.

Oh, and one last thing, don't let the stigma of "they don't like us" bother you too much. You'll find that anywhere you go, and I'm sure it's not the majority that feel that way. I personally think it's more to do with our politics than anything but that's an entirely different topic...

[LuFeng]

also to add on to AGuyWithaGun's statement....


it is the birthplace of the SAMURAI for gods sakes :D go for the chance to see these things and learn about these things in museums and such. hell shave your head and go as a monk jk but seriously the cultures overseas are some of the most extroidinary ones around esp Japan/China,etc.the history alone is great.just dont mention the atomic bomb and you should do just fine

[bigmike8119]

There is many things you can go and do in japan. I had Japanese neigbors when I was growing up and be came really good friends with there son. If I where you, I'd go and check out a sumo wreslting event which in it's self would be worth the trip. Drinking age is 16 or 18, I don't remember can LuFeng correct me on this one. Try some of the foods that your not accustom to. I'd suggest the squid jerky oh my god it's to die for. I can tell you one thing, Japanese people are the most well mannered and respectfull people you will ever meet. Where in Japan are your family planing to go? Don't forget to try a little bit of there famous rice wine (sake). Now that will put hair on your chest. hahahah.

[Big Red 11]

I'm curious as to those 2 people that said no and didnt post their reasons.

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I'd go. As for the electronics thing you forget that they have different power outlets and they don't use NTSC to my knowledge.

[Big Red 11]

Originally Posted by bigmike8119

There is many things you can go and do in japan. I had Japanese neigbors when I was growing up and be came really good friends with there son. If I where you, I'd go and check out a sumo wreslting event which in it's self would be worth the trip. Drinking age is 16 or 18, I don't remember can LuFeng correct me on this one. Try some of the foods that your not accustom to. I'd suggest the squid jerky oh my god it's to die for. I can tell you one thing, Japanese people are the most well mannered and respectfull people you will ever meet. Where in Japan are your family planing to go? Don't forget to try a little bit of there famous rice wine (sake). Now that will put hair on your chest. hahahah.

YEa....saki saki!!! We're going to Kyoto, the old capital.

[Mr~Pan]

Originally Posted by Big Red 11

I'm curious as to those 2 people that said no and didnt post their reasons.

I said no at first then I thought about it an wanted to change but I couldn't