Ercan Arisoy comments

Noone knows what he means by 'America's national interests' when both parties are strongly convinced that the deal's beneficial for everybody.

And one thing is certain, it won't be possible to replenish Us economy at the expense of best allies like Japan or Canada. Our interests are irreversibly intermingled since long decades.

'Biden's order marked the first time an American president has banned a merger and acquisition deal involving a Japanese firm'

That's truly a little strange and maybe also unprecedented?

Here, the market's interests seem to be hindered by politics at the very heart of Western liberalism? And by Democrats? Truly, a little strange.

Onsen is undeniable, we strongly agree on this.

His 'L'arbre blanc' is really surreal !

Mythical Japan is allways fascinating!

Does Us really need all those expensive military bases in 21st century? Donald Trump may come with brand new ideas soon.

Cooperation is always good idea in space exploration.

The only feasible solution is two state solution, here. Freedom to Palestine ☹️

The real problem with our cutting edge technology (cellphones or customary Internet connection) is that it gets desperately stuck when most needed. It's same wherever you go ☹️

Grudge confines people in the past and can even make us unable to interpret today's requirements incorrectly. Healing can only come when we find courage to understand history with a sense of noble resignation. We cannot grow otherwise. Here, I believe, what's true for individuals is equally true for societies.

Paper always had a special place in Japanese culture -from culinary art to textiles. Now, everything's becoming digital and very clearly the central bank wants to catch up others who already started pilot projects. Yet, the good old banknotes, I believe, will persist in spite of everything.

'Russia-Ukraine war has brought great lessons for the them - they will definitely seek speed," Chiu told reporters on the sidelines of parliament in Taipei, referring to China's military'

I think that Taipei's observations is accurate, too risky, too risky, too risky!

But one aspect of the Sony gadget that will not revolutionize the market is the price -- weighing in at $550

No surprise, Sony products always have been slightly more expensive throughout decades. from Sony walkmans to Xperia phones & we still miss them.

Hopefully, they'll agree on this phrase. Otherwise, this operation may become subject to endless polemic and may be abused by Beijing or Pyongyang against Japan.

'an otherwise astronomically expensive experience down to Earth'

I believe that we have to admit that space travel can be also very very uncomfortable. Traveling at a reasonable altitude is indeed a favorable alternative. Good idea, in my opinion

Beijing is anxious and just shows up without any clear intention. Diplomacy just to weigh out the ground that takes a new shape after Ukrainian invasion.

"A certified Japanese-language school needs to meet standards on the number of teachers, facility's space and educational content"

Educational content can be very problematic, I guess, because the requirement of different departments also vary a lot.

Personally, I can say that all my Japanese teachers were very tolerant once they decide that you're doing your best and you're sincere.

Renowned for his excellent Japanese skills even among Russian diplomats who are experts on Japan

No surprise, Russians are very good at learning new languages and they have excellent apps for learning/practicing Kanjis. I'm writing this as someone who still ask how such a culture turned to war and invasion of Ukraine, when they had so much to share with the world with all their cultural background. Really, still asking this question very sincerely.

Can-we now say that one of the most expensive cities of the world, Tokyo, is steadily becoming even more expensive? Indeed, quite difficult for anybody trying to make a living here.

Countries like Finland are getting accustomed to Japanese diplomacy -probably for the first time. Quite interesting developments and new experiences that would contribute shaping the near future in democratic world.

Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index sank 2.1% to 26,020.56

Here's the one that I follow carefully. Very fragile indeed before what's happening in New York or London.

Kim Jong Un urgently needs a partner to go further. Putin is simply too much for him. Then, all that he can is such extravagant shows supposedly with some symbolic significance.

Once I encountered a talking vending machine, greeting you with a very funny voice. Such details are important and one now expects this kind of innovative nuances in all big cities.

This winter will be a little difficult not only in Japan but also everywhere, so we'd better get ready with wage increases and all other support measures for working people.

Right kind of diet is also needed, I believe. I'm not suggesting 'water-fasting' yet a very modest diet would also help the species with no sweat glands on their body. Namely, lots and lots of water and simple things easy to digest would be meaningful.

Clearly enough, Ukraine crisis and its implications related to oil and gas, has changed the plans of many countries. Germany, for instance, had decided too early and now, doesn't know how to face the coming winter with an unreliable business partner like Russian Federation. And this issue is so important that it can even influence the fate of Ukrainian war.

That's the real difference between Japan and China. At a point, Japanese people take full responsibility of the risks and start acting with a respectable self-discipline. Very good, very accurate attitude against new waves of pandemic.

Semiconductors are vital, we understood this during the Pandemic years. Why really importing them when one can manufacture at home with relatively acceptable investment costs?

Honesty will lead all of us in the right direction. Noone knew such relations would bring tragic consequences.

Interesting combination of the old and the new -when there's a small but stable vinyl disc market in Europe.