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Jtsnose
. . . biyuuuuuuun.
gogogo
I don't understand the purpose... to include people? Wouldn't it be better to just say "train coming"...
At traincrossings.... ding ding ding ding ding.... perhaps a dog walks past.... woof woof... a bikes's coming... ching ching ?
Sanjinosebleed
I love Japanese sounds ascribed for things! So different from western sounds. Very interesting look into cultural differences.
blue
Err...And the point is...? Like, creating a Japanese version of Meta, like the "Mangaverse" where some specific sources of sound will flash up on screens throughout the city like you are in the pages of a comic books or something...?
This really helpful to the hearing impaired? (this is meant as a genuine question to the hearing impaired who may be on this board)
BT
If it helps and is enjoyed by those with hearing impairments, then go for it.
thaonephil
I use the Ueno station sometimes, so it would be interesting to see in person these visual aids.
Mark_McCracken
Good idea, but most train stations in Japan already have visual notifications of what is broadcast on the public address system, including in emergencies.
It would be a great mobile app for the hearing impaired, so it could be used anywhere.
CaptDingleheimer
How do you spell the sound of a train's brakes squealing, and why would you need to read it?
Ass
The hearing impaired don't know how lucky they are to not have to suffer that cacaphony
socrateos
gogogo:
Certainly the latter is more fun and helps the hearing impaired to "experience" sound.