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Yen Tumbles Following Negative Japanese News
2012-01-26 08:00:00
Source: ForexYard Yen Tumbles Following Negative Japanese News News that Japan logged its first annual trade deficit in over 30 years sent the JPY tumbling during yesterday's trading session. The USD/JPY shot up well over 100 pips, reaching above the 78.00 level. Meanwhile the EUR/JPY extended its bullish trend before staging a downward correction toward the end of the European session. Today, a batch of US news is forecasted to generate market volatility. Traders will want to pay particular attention to the US Unemployment Claims figure, as it will be an important gauge of the US economic recovery. Economic News USD – USD Turns Bullish Following EU News The US dollar had a particularly strong day yesterday following . . . → Read More: Yen Tumbles Following Negative Japanese News
Japanese Names Getting Harder to Read
2012-01-23 12:00:00
Yesterday I read an informative article about Japanese name trends called What to call baby? by Tomoko Otake. The part I found most interesting was… [A] further headache awaiting many babies as they grow up is that an increasing number … Continue reading →
Japanese OF Aoki excited to be a Brewer (AP)
2012-01-20 10:25:00
Even with a significant cut in salary, Japanese outfielder Norichika Aoki is pleased to be a Milwaukee Brewer. “I’m just happy to get the opportunity to play in the major leagues,” Aoki said at a news conference on Friday. “It’s something that has been a dream of mine for quite some time.” The Brewers signed ...
14k Yellow Gold 7.5-8mm White Japanese Akoya Saltwater Cultured Pearl Neckl
2012-01-09 09:00:00
List Price: $3599.99Deal Price: $799.95You Save: $2800.04 (78%)14k Yellow Gold 7.5-8mm White Japanese Akoya Saltwater Cultured Pearl Necklace AAA Quality, 18 Inch PrincessExpires Jan 16, 2012
Akafuku Mochi Shop Papercraft + Swallow Paper Model
2012-01-06 06:02:00
The main shop of the Japanese confectionary Akafuku (built in 1707), known worldwide for their famous Akafuku mochi - instead of the usual filling inside, the sweet red bean paste sits atop the mochi. Akafuku Mochi Shop Papercraft + Swallow Paper Model [Download] Golden Temple Papercraft [Related Posts] Indiana Jones - Temple of the Forbidden Eye Papercraft Nikko Toshogu Shrine Papercraft - Yomeimon Sagrada Familia Papercraft Howl's Moving Castle Papercraft
Mariners sign Japanese RHP Iwakuma (AP)
2012-01-06 03:48:00
The Seattle Mariners have signed free-agent Japanese pitcher Hisashi Iwakuma to a one-year contract. The team announced the move Thursday. Iwakuma has a 107-69 record in 226 career games in Japan. The right-hander was selected the 2008 Pacific League MVP and winner of the Eiji Sawamura Award (the equivalent of the Cy Young Award) after ...
PS Vita Sales Take Another Dive In Third Week [Japanese PS Vita Sales Fall
2012-01-06 02:20:00
It isn’t easy being the new kid on the block, and at the moment, no one knows that better than Sony. After a disappointing second week, the PlayStation Vita‘s Japanese sales have taken yet another plunge, leaving some to wonder if we’re looking at a repeat of the 3DS launch ...
Jan Laurenz: Japanese new year jam
2011-12-31 18:29:00
With a little help from my instruments
Japanese Tsunami: Debris scatters in the Pacific Ocean, possibly heading to
2011-12-29 21:14:00
The powerful Japanese earthquake and resulting tsunami in March, 2011, washed untold tons of marine debris into the Pacific Ocean. Carey Morishige, Pacific Islands Regional Coordinator for the NOAA Marine Debris Program, explains where this debris may be, where it’s heading, what’s being done about it, and what you can do to help. Tracking marine ...
Low FX Volatility Prevails As Japanese Data Underwhelms
2011-12-28 09:49:00
Source: Advanced Currency Markets | G10 Advancers and Decliners vs USD GBP 0.06 CHF 0.06 JPY -0.05 EUR -0.07 FX markets have continued to experience very low volatility over the past 24 hours, with little in the way of news or events to stimulate much trading activity. EURUSD remains around 1.3060 levels, and USDJPY is still lodged in its long-standing range between 77.75 -78.00. Asian equity markets have struggled once again today with the Nikkei once again trading lower by -0.2% and the Hang Seng… Read More …
BoJ Minutes Suggest No Funding Concerns For Japanese Financial Institutions
2011-12-27 09:56:00
Source: Advanced Currency Markets | G10 Advancers and Decliners vs USD GBP 0.24 CHF -0.01 JPY -0.02 EUR -0.02 FX liquidity still feels thin today as the holiday season and lack of economic events leaves the market rather subdued. During the Asian session, Japan?s latest monetary policy meeting minutes were released ? both for the regular 15-16 Nov meeting, and the unscheduled 30 Nov meeting. The BoJ underlined that the Japanese banking sector was not struggling with funding issues themselves, but added… Read More …
Japanese designer of arty kichenware Yanagi dies (AP)
2011-12-26 04:15:00
AP - Sori Yanagi, whose designs for stools and kitchen pots brought the simplicity and purity of Japanese decor into the everyday, has died. He was 96.
Award-winning Japanese director Morita dead at 61 (AP)
2011-12-21 13:00:00
AP - Director Yoshimitsu Morita, whose films depicted the absurdity and vulnerability of everyday life in conformist Japan, has died. He was 61.
Newest Japanese Rice Field Art Sends Living Messages of Hope
2011-12-21 06:01:00
The 2011 crop of ?Tanbo? rice field art is bolder and more beautiful than ever before. This year, though, Japan's artistic rice farmers are going against the grain by growing messages of hope and perseverance meant to encourage a nation fed up with natural and unnatural disasters.
O?s sign Japanese LHP Wada for 2 years (AP)
2011-12-15 01:58:00
The Baltimore Orioles have signed Japanese left-handed pitcher Tsuyoshi Wada to a $8.15 million, two-year contract. The 30-year-old Wada is expected to enhance a pitching staff that finished last in the majors with a 4.89 ERA. The contract includes a club option for 2014. Upon taking over as vice president of baseball operations last month, ...
Japanese team mulling bid for Darvish (AP)
2011-12-14 23:51:00
The Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters of Japan’s Pacific League have until Tuesday to accept a bid from a major league team for pitcher Yu Darvish. Bidding for the posting fee closed Wednesday, and the U.S. commissioner’s office said it will notify its Japanese counterpart of the amount of the highest bid, but not the identity ...
Marty Friedman, Jason Becker: Japanese Interview 1989
2011-12-11 17:13:00
Cacophony - Japanese Interview [1989] This is one of the most dramatic movie that touched me see, I created, with zero budget and 15 minutes, does not seem very good taste, is too sad for me to see this, what happens is that I found perfect music and title for that image, not sure many will Agusta, or to convince me, just a clear video concizo of how you can go from full and successful life to a situation in which no known to be preferable, to live or die, this is the story of one of my idols maxima of music, a genius with all the letters ... Jason Becker - Life And Death Jason Becker Auction
Radioactive cesium found in Japanese baby formula ? CNN.com
2011-12-08 02:35:00
Via Scoop.it – News for Greens Radioactive cesium has been found in baby formula in Japan following the nuclear crisis at the Fukushima Daiichi plant, the manufacturer of the product said.Via edition.cnn.com Tags: Fukushima Daiichi, Radioactive cesium, Greens Radioactive cesium, baby formula, nuclear crisis <BR/>
Obama Daughters School Features Japanese-Inspired Lunch Menu on Pearl Harbo
2011-12-07 09:27:00
Obama Daughters School Features Japanese-Inspired Lunch Menu on Pearl Harbor Day WASHINGTON ? The elite Washington, D.C., school where President Barack Obama’s daughters are students is offering a surprising lunch menu on Pearl Harbor Day. The Washington Post revealed the … Continue reading →
Japanese Scientists Listen to Oysters, Pick Up Pearls of Wisdom
2011-12-07 06:01:00
Put a shell to your ear and you can hear the ocean. Japanese scientists have taken that concept to a higher level, inventing a device called the ?kai-lingual? that can ?hear? oysters commenting on their environment. Well shucks!
Japanese Earthquake Seismogram Sculpture Created by Luke Jerram
2011-12-06 06:01:00
Dry statistics and flat printouts do little to convey the awesome destructive power of earthquakes. British multimedia artist Luke Jerram has found a way to bring data to life, as it were, and by doing so express not only the measured progress of the 2011 T?hoku earthquake over 9 minutes terrifying but also display the pure esthetic beauty of nature's fury in action.
World Record Meat Kebab Puts Japanese Island on the Map
2011-12-01 06:01:00
Japan isn't really known for its meat kebabs... until now. A Guinness World Records certified, 107.6-meter (353 ft) long grilled beef kebab made & eaten on Ishigaki Island near Okinawa is one skewered meat treat that's going to be very hard to beat!
Downgrade Of Banks By S&P Overshadows Better Japanese Data
2011-11-30 22:00:00
Source: Advanced Currency Markets | G10 Advancers and Decliners vs USD CHF 0.44 JPY 0.12 GBP -0.41 EUR -0.49 Overnight we have had a glut of Japanese data released, and most of it has been impressive. In particular, industrial production in October surged by 2.4% MoM, 0.4% YoY, compared to expectations looking for 1.1% MoM, -1.0% YoY. In spite of the encouraging turn of momentum in Japan, the overall tone of investor sentiment remains negative ? caused predominantly by yesterday?s spate of bank… Read More …
HUMAN "FUELED" MOTORCYCLE
2011-11-15 17:59:00
Japanese toilet maker, TOTO, is taking sustainability to new heights (or depths, depending on how you look at it) thanks to a human "fueled" motorcycle campaign. The TOTO Green Challenge proposes to reduce CO2 emissions in bathrooms by 50% before 2017. One of the ways that the company is promoting this effort is by traveling Japan with the bio-fuel efficient bike and a few representatives that will educate locals about the "wasteful" cause. Brilliant!
Japanese Intervene In Currency Market To Weaken Yen
2011-10-31 09:51:00
Source: Advanced Currency Markets | G10 Advancers and Decliners vs USD JPY 4.12 CHF 0.91 GBP -0.84 EUR -0.99 The week has kicked off with a bang after the Japanese MoF sanctioned another round of intervention in the currency markets, taking USDJPY sharply higher from 75.60-65 to a peak of 79.53. It is the third time this year Japanese policy makers have attempted to weaken the JPY through currency intervention, and whilst it is not entirely surprising given the recent price action, many had predicted… Read More …
10 Overly Cute Japanese School Buses That Go the Extra Smile
2011-10-24 12:01:00
Too cute for school? Not in Japan, where settling at mere cuteness means you're not trying hard enough. That high-pitched sound you're hearing isn't a school bus in need of a brake job, just its pint-sized passengers squealing "KAWAII!" in unison.
Ten Even Weirder and Funnier Japanese Condoms
2011-10-03 12:31:00
Following up on our previous look at The Top 10 Weirdest and Funniest Japanese Condoms, these 10 amusingly odd male contraceptive packages illustrate Japan's undeclared intent to Make Laughs, Not Babies.
Neils Vejlyt: Japanese Benefit track.. insane tapping licks
2011-07-05 00:33:00
Infinity Overture´s contribution to the Japan Benefit album Embrace the sun Infinity Overture: Do you care
Jelani - Japanese Architecture
2011-05-23 20:02:00
Japanese Architecture is known for it's innovative designs and now for being the latest from Harlem MC, Jelani, who is back with a new track produced by Durkin. Download...
News: Japanese Benefit CD details
2011-05-11 00:05:00
Like this on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/lionmus-icjapanbenefit? RELEASED 17TH JUNE 2011 http://www.lionmusic.com/cd/emb-racethesun.htm ? Dedicated to the victims of the Tsunami and Earthquake that struck Japan in March 2011. All artists and composers as well the record label and publishing company are donating their profits from the material included to the victims in hope of a better world. All profits will be donated to the Japan Red Cross. We thank all involved for taking the time to give a little back to those that have lost so much in the aftermath of devastation in Japan. The response was simply overwhelming and we are proud to present this double CD 28 track album featuring many of the most popular acts on the Lion Music roster, along with some extra special guests. Confirmed track listing: DISC ONE 01. Mattsson ? Mother 02. Milan Polak ? End Of Time 03. Anthriel ? Circle Of Life 04. Airless ? Second Chance 05. Dreyelands ? Life Is Worth The Pain 06. Ashent -...
Japanese Guitar Girls: Sugoude Valentines special
2011-05-08 18:45:00
Gacharic Spin Spin Gacharikku F ????? KOGA TOMO-ZO Hana armmy YUI Yuki D_Drive Adati Kumi Kaori Kobayashi Isogai Mayu EITA Celestial ? ? ri mayuko Aikawa seven Seto Japanese Girls: Sugoude Valentines special
Larry Carlton: Euro Tour and Japanese donation news
2011-05-08 12:13:00
Larry Carlton and his label, 335 Records, are doing their part to assist Japanese recovery efforts after the recent earthquakes and tsunami. The guitar master has announced that he will donate five Gibson Custom Larry Carlton ES-335 guitars to help Japan. more Larry Carlton European tour dates: May 11 - Blue Note Milano - Milan, Italy May 12 - Blue Note Milano - Milan, Italy May 13 - Matosinhos Jazz Festival - Portugal May 14 - Scala Ludwigsburg - Ludwigsburg, Germany May 15 - International Guitar Festival Heinsberg - Germany May 16 - Centralstation Halle EG - Darmstadt, Germany May 18 - Metropool, Wemenstraat - Netherlands May 19 - North City Jazz & Blues Festival - Kosovo, Serbia
Japanese Phoenix
2011-04-25 15:43:00
The Mythic Dice-K of our dreams has suddenly taken hold. (SawxBlog Illustration) Is this all too good to be true? Am I in need of a firm pinch? Could Dice-K be a Phoenix rising out of the disappointment ashes -...
Thorsten Koehne: Eden's Curse - a gift for the Japanese people
2011-04-24 12:18:00
Saturday 23rd April - 2011 New website launched, Song For Japan & Tour Update! Welcome to the all new Trinity layout, or version 3.0 of the official Eden's Curse website. Major thanks to our web designer Tadeu Grigolon at Hells Gone Crazy Productions who took the wonderful Trinity artwok from the now legendary Thomas Ewerhard and brought it to life for the world wide web. You will notice that we have added extensive Gallery sections and also streamlined our Music and Presssections. We will endeavour to keep these updated and add to them as we get some cool images and reviews for you all to see. Talking of Press ... we are still in the process of collecting the reviewsfor the new album Trinity and will upload that section very soon for you all to see. If you haven't grabbed your copy of Trinity then make sure you do so now ... links to buy all three CD and Digital Download versions can be found under our Fast Links column down the left hand side. Thanks to the wonderful tal...
Farting In A Japanese Phone Box
2011-04-02 17:12:00
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Japanese Relief for Animals, And You Can Still Help
2011-03-27 20:12:00
Pet expert and dog can cat behavior consultant Steve Dale write about the American Humane Association contribution of $10,000 to help displaced pets in Japan, and the Japan Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Japan Animal Welfare Society. American Humane Association CEO and President Robin Ganzert says money raised for Japan will only go there.
New Fabric: Vintage Stamps Japanese Collection
2011-03-26 13:51:00
wonderful collection of vintage stamps. Great kawaii fabric for your fun projectsFind it here for only US$ 8.5 for half a yard
By: Mwendas
Japanese Felt Fruits and Vegetables Pattern Craft Book
2011-03-23 07:36:00
Another wonderful felt pattern book. 72 adorable felt patterns for apples, carrots, lemons, kiwi, corn on the cob, grapes, turnips, radishes, sweet potatoes, lady fingers, mushrooms, garlic, cabbage, eggplant, brocolli, tomatoe, raspberry, strawberry, bananas, etc Get it online here Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
Japanese Tetsubin Teapot
2011-03-20 17:52:00
I have been searching for a new teapot for several weeks now as I just cracked my second beautiful glass pot from Crate&Barrel.   I tried to be extra careful with the second one, washing it by hand and carefully storing it away when not in use.   I guess I am to much of a ...
Chicago Botanic Garden sets up Japanese "Wishing Tree"
2011-03-17 20:09:00
Japanese garden photo courtesy of Chicago Botanic Garden.The Chicago Botanic Garden is placing a traditional Japanese "wishing tree" so that visitors can write messages that will be attached to the tree to recognize the disaster in Japan. The potted Japanese maple will be located near the Crescent Garden from March 18 through the 27. For those who can't make it to the Garden, wishes and messages of sympathy can also be posted to the Garden's web site and Facebook page. The weekend of March 19-20 is the Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend, which celebrates, and educates visitors about, Japanese culture. You can make wishes, write a seasonal haiku and make a cherry blossom hanging scroll or just take a contemplative...
Brian Maillard: Tender Surrender- dedicated to the Japanese Earthquake vict
2011-03-12 19:03:00
BRIAN MAILLARD "Tender Surrender" Dedicated Japan...
Gary Moore: Colosseum II new Japanese releases and full Japanese catalogue
2011-02-17 23:57:00
Colosseum II Complete releases from Colosseum II http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/list_f-rom_code_banner.html?key=70271- Gary Moore Complete releases from Gary Moore http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/list_f-rom_code_banner.html?key=68132-
Takayoshi Ohmura: Liv Moon - Japanese Symphonic Metal
2011-02-10 22:22:00
LIFE OF THE MOON ?? ? 2nd ???? ? ??! The miracle plays four octaves jewel (Jewel), metal, dark solitary muse descended!Lead track from the album "Dance of Death ~ ~ Dies Irae" publish the full! Guitar is one of the best Japanese Oomura Takayoshi fastest guitarist, a bassist playing the bass or guitar fast MASAKI join the fastest in JapanBlast hit, Maeda autumn air drummer, had to solidify the back-handedly population and absolute genius, Mina Waki Nishi dragon. Experience the visual impact of the case! http://jvcmusic.co.jp/livmoon/- LIV MOON / "Danse Macabre ~ ~ Dies Irae"
Japanese Fabric - Caramel Town Fabric is back
2011-01-27 08:26:00
...but limited quantity. Design in blue and green Purchase it directly here for only US$ 7.5 per half yard http://www.etsy.com/listing/228-97407/caramel-town-bundle-of-cu-teness-on-blue Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
Adorable Poodles on Yellow Kawaii - Japanese Fabric Half Yard (Last Piece)
2011-01-20 17:21:00
Last piece of this adorable fabric Get it here for only US$ 7.5 Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
Japanese Fabric - Favourite Things Patchwork Blue Half Yard Kawaii
2011-01-20 11:05:00
Get it here for only US$ 6 Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
Adorable Felt Mascots and Zakka - Japanese Craft Book Petite Boutique Serie
2011-01-17 08:10:00
Adorable Felt Mascots and Zakka - Japanese Craft Book Petite Boutique SeriesLanguage: JapanesePages: 57Condition: NewDimensions: 19 X 18 cmPatterns: 61 colorful patterns for beautiful animal and household zakka. Cats, reindeer,santa, centipede, frogs, dogs, bunnies, bear, felt sweets, etcBeautiful crystal clear pictures and easy to follow full scale patterns at the back of the book. Get it here for only US$ 9.8 Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
Touou Yellow Patches Linen Collection - Japanese Fabric
2011-01-17 08:04:00
Get it here for only 9.90 per half yard Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
Cup Noodle Style Finnish Salmon Soup Warms Up A Japanese Winter
2011-01-17 07:02:00
Japan's popular Acecook brand introduces 'AIR ACE' Finnish Salmon Soup' to fight winter's chill. You'll Lapp it up!
Japanese Fabric - Alice in Wonderland on Purple
2011-01-16 12:04:00
Get it here for US$ 7.50 per half yard Posted via email from mwendas's posterous
By: Mwendas
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