Name that Japanese movie: seen onboard Japan Airlines in 2002-2003. Salaryman becomes obsessed with building a space rocket in his back garden. [more inside]
posted by Beautiful Screaming Lady on Dec 7, 2009 - 5 answers

I've searched here, there, and everywhere for information on the optimal time/date for viewing this year's Leonid meteor shower from my little corner of central Japan. Has anyone else out there been able to find something with a world clock style of interface or am I reaching? I checked the IMO, but found their schedule unwieldy.... [more inside]
posted by squasha on Nov 16, 2009 - 6 answers

Help me identify a anime from my childhood about a superhero alien with boob death lasers. [more inside]
posted by spamguy on Oct 19, 2009 - 2 answers

Birthday Gift Filter: Where to find a plush, luxury hotel style bathrobe on sale in Japan? [more inside]
posted by Ghidorah on Sep 27, 2009 - 6 answers

My lovely partner is off to Japan for three weeks. What neat stuff is there to do? Details to follow: [more inside]
posted by Jilder on Sep 2, 2009 - 2 answers

Travel filter: if you were going to spend 4-6 weeks travelling in Japan with a five year old boy, where would you go and what would you do? [more inside]
posted by Megami on Aug 30, 2009 - 18 answers

Where can I find a distressed cotton Japanese navy "rising sun" flag? Or just a regular cotton one so I can distress it myself? [more inside]
posted by Phyltre on Aug 28, 2009 - 19 answers

I'm trying to figure out the title of a movie I saw on tv a few years ago. It was an English language horror movie set in Japan; the main characters were a western family (I think they might have been from the US, but they could have been Canadian) who were living there because of some family member's job. [more inside]
posted by Half-a-Dozen Paper Cranes on Aug 17, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can I buy a kiseru in the Osaka area tomorrow? (A kiseru is a traditional Japanese smoking pipe.) I have looked at all kinds of shops and haven't found any. I'd rather not order online. Some people back home want them as souvenirs. I am staying in Osaka, so I am within easy range of Kobe, Kyoto, Nara, etc.
posted by twblalock on Aug 10, 2009 - 8 answers

Can you recommend any live music venues in Tokyo? I'm interested in seeing local bands, particularly instrumental 'post-rock' and electronic music. [more inside]
posted by carnival of animals on Aug 3, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can I buy an unlined or lightweight men's linen jacket or similar like this for very hot, humid Kyoto summer? Must be worn with white dress shirt, tie and black pants. Degree of difficulty: 46L/XL and shipping to Japan. [more inside]
posted by planetkyoto on Jun 25, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm going to be spending three weeks at my inlaws in Japan over summer where it will be super hot and humid day and night - simply stepping outside makes me sweat. Any recommendations for clothing that will make it a bit more comfortable and bearable? What types of material are best? any specific brands / items (preferably from the cheaper end of the spectrum)
posted by mairuzu on Jun 19, 2009 - 11 answers

Why do so many (most?) classic Japanese side-scrolling games scroll left to right? Mario, Sonic, R-type, Megaman and plenty of other big names all go in the same direction. Why? [more inside]
posted by Lorc on Jun 18, 2009 - 16 answers

How much spending money do I need for 10 days in Japan? And: help me eat vegetarian while I'm there. [more inside]
posted by Kirn on May 27, 2009 - 19 answers

I would like to purchase the Japanese version of some DS games. eBay, trouble friends/families in Japan/southeast Asia, or just bite the bullet and buy US versions? [more inside]
posted by jstarlee on May 24, 2009 - 12 answers

What are some good gifts for Japanese families? Also, are there any cultural taboos that I should be particularly sure to avoid breaking while staying in Japan? [more inside]
posted by bassooner on May 3, 2009 - 23 answers

Is there any chance I can still find a place to stay in Okinawa during this Golden Week, or is it far too late already? Any advice, suggestions or resources welcome. [more inside]
posted by doctorpiorno on Apr 10, 2009 - 6 answers

My aunt's 60th birthday is coming up, and I'm thinking of sending her on the trip she always dreamed of - Japan. [more inside]
posted by fearnothing on Mar 9, 2009 - 8 answers

How unpleasantly hot and humid is Japan's rainy season, and what can I do to prepare? [more inside]
posted by Kirn on Mar 4, 2009 - 14 answers

What were the social impacts of the lost decade in Japan? Yes, I know economists are all about growth-growth-growth and if you don't have it you're a failure. But what were the actual impacts on levels of personal happiness and satisfaction? [more inside]
posted by alms on Feb 26, 2009 - 18 answers

Need a room in or around Takayama, Japan for April 14-15 - everything looks booked. Mefi, help! Are there any nearby cities? [more inside]
posted by olya on Feb 22, 2009 - 5 answers

What are some of the typical things said on Japanese variety shows? Preferably cheesy and/or cavity-inducing sweet? [more inside]
posted by Xere on Feb 1, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm looking for an interesting "learning" experience on a trip to Japan. [more inside]
posted by hazyspring on Nov 30, 2008 - 6 answers

I need a gift idea for my late 20's brother living in Japan, but going to be receiving the gift in Toronto. ~$50. MUST be something 'useful'. I refuse to give gifts where the receiver will say 'great, what am I supposed to do with this thing now'. [more inside]
posted by dino terror on Nov 5, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm looking for interesting places to shop in Tokyo. I'm specifically interested in any 'only in Japan' shopping experiences, but I'd also really love suggestions for great fabric stores. Suggestions for Nagoya, Hiroshima and Shizuoka are also welcome. [more inside]
posted by Alison on Oct 22, 2008 - 11 answers

In the manga Black & White (Tekkon Kinkreet) by Taiyo Matsumoto what is the significance of the "96" shirt worn by Black and the "46" shirt worn by White? [more inside]
posted by mumblelard on Oct 11, 2008 - 3 answers

Going to Japan over the 1st week of November: where to see autumn colours? [more inside]
posted by destrius on Sep 18, 2008 - 8 answers

Asking for a friend: Can you translate this (Japanese?) tea package? PDFs here and here. [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake on Sep 8, 2008 - 5 answers

JapanFilter: How do I hire a geisha? [more inside]
posted by dirtynumbangelboy on Apr 24, 2006 - 31 answers