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Louisa Chan
For Louisa Chan's latest contributions to The Japan Times, see below:
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jun 1, 2010
What do you make of Isesaki City's local government beard ban?
Tom Wah, 42Computer analyst (Hong Kong)All companies have the right to set certain rules about the way employees look. However, a ban on beards is going too far. If a worker keeps it trimmed and tidy, then that should be enough.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
May 4, 2010
What's your opinion of the conversation school industry in Japan?
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COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Apr 13, 2010
What Japanese phenomena would you like to see exported abroad?
Phil MacKenzie Engineer, 47 (English) I like the communal way of eating, so I'd like to see more Japanese food overseas, like yakitori and shabu shabu. It's a fun and friendly way to eat a meal.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Mar 16, 2010
What's the most interesting thing you've seen in Japan?
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COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Feb 23, 2010
Should tax-paying permanent residents be allowed to vote in local polls?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Feb 2, 2010
What will Japan be like in 10 years' time?
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COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jan 5, 2010
What are your New Year's resolutions?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Dec 15, 2009
What do you make of today's Japanese youth?
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COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Nov 24, 2009
How can the government encourage more tourists to visit Japan?
Midori Tsunekawa, 59 Housewife (Japanese)Tourist organizations in every prefecture should offer free or low-cost English-speaking guides. They could show visitors around and help them experience Japan, while teaching them about our culture and customs.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Nov 3, 2009
What are your tips for surviving this winter?
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COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Oct 6, 2009
What's your favorite place to go for some fast food?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Sep 15, 2009
How do you keep up with what's going on in Japan?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Aug 25, 2009
What would you do if you were prime minister of Japan?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Aug 18, 2009
Do you have an emergency kit ready for when the Big One hits Tokyo?
Kazuyoshi Nakano, 27Assistant hair stylistNo, I don't. I'm not worried about earthquakes. My house is strong and there are no buildings around it. There's just farmland, so it's really safe.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Aug 4, 2009
What's your definition of happiness?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jun 16, 2009
What do you like most about life in Japan?
Hiroaki Daikai Airline staff, 22The food in Japan is healthy and safe to eat. There is a good variety to choose from. When I travel to developing countries, I often get sick from the food.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jun 2, 2009
Should teachers be punished if they don't stand up and sing the national anthem at school events?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
May 19, 2009
Who would you like to see leading the opposition Democratic Party of Japan?
Keiichi Kamikawa Musician, 38 Katsuya Okada would make a great leader because he's serious and direct. I think he would be a good challenger for Taro Aso, who's not an effective leader.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
May 12, 2009
What good cause would you consider supporting?
Steve Morgan Entrepreneur, 33 (U.S.)I used to donate to an orphanage in Kawasaki, as well as do volunteer work there. I have kids of my own now, so I don't have the time anymore.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Apr 7, 2009
What would you do if you were given ¥300,000 to get out of Japan?
No link to Nankai Trough quake seen after temblor in Shikoku
Satoshi Harada from the Meteorological Agency explains about the magnitude 6.6 earthquake during a news conference early Thursday.
Thousands evacuated as Indonesia volcano erupts
Indonesia's Mount Ruang spews hot lava and smoke as seen from Sitaro, North Sulawesi, on Wednesday.
Why hasn't Japan moved to prop up the weak yen?
Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki speaks to reporters in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Snake on a train: Discovery of serpent delays Tokyo-Nagoya shinkansen
A Tokaido shinkansen. It is unclear whether the snake was venomous or how it ended up on the train, and there was no injury or panic among passengers.
Sex differences could be key to the successful treatment of long COVID
A new study has found that women with long COVID had significantly lower levels of testosterone compared to those who had recovered from their infection.
'House of the Owl' brings Hollywood values to Japanese TV
In the new Disney+ series “House of the Owl,” Min Tanaka (left) plays a powerful political fixer, or “kuromaku,” who has a troubled relationship with his adult children, particularly his idealistic son, played by Mackenyu.
Benefits and risks: AUKUS looks to take gamble on Japan
U.S. President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British leader Rishi Sunak deliver remarks on the AUKUS partnership, after a trilateral meeting, at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego in March last year.
Kyoto’s demon night parade lives to haunt another day
In a Kyoto long past, the "hyakki yagyō" (100 demon night parade) haunted a sleepy corner of Kyoto. Now, one enterprising monster enthusiast has won a small batttle to keep the march alive.
U.S. deploys midrange missile system in Indo-Pacific for first time
A U.S. Army Mid-Range Capability (MRC) Launcher arrives as part of the capability’s first deployment into theater on Northern Luzon, Philippines, April 8.
Unpacking the chaotic by-election in a scandal-hit Tokyo district
People listen to a campaign speech in Tokyo's Koto Ward on Tuesday.

Podcast

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Historically, kabuki was considered the entertainment of the merchant and peasant classes, a far cry from how it is regarded today.
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