Quotes about Japan

My clothes are very popular in Japan. Votes: 4

The war has developed not necessarily to Japan's advantage. Votes: 4

I went to the Tokyo Film Festival in Japan because I love Japanese cinema. Votes: 4

We pray that henceforth not only Japan but all mankind may know the blessings of harmony and progress. Votes: 4

The thing I can say about Japan is they were progressive for a country that is very male dominant. Votes: 4

The worldwide, agelong struggle between fascism and democracy will not stop when the fighting ends in Germany and Japan. Votes: 4

Japan is not a Western democracy. The Japanese have kept their traditions, culture and heritage, but they have joined the community of free nations. Votes: 4

In Japan, mothers insist on achievement and accomplishment as a sign of love and respect. Thus to fail places children in a highly shamed situation. Votes: 4

Almost a century has passed since Japan first entered the world community by concluding a treaty of amity with the United States of America in 1854. Votes: 4

Japan's inexplicable lack of response to even consider a move to re-open their market to U.S. beef will sorely tempt economic trade action against Japan. Votes: 4

Nevertheless, China was unfortunately unable to understand Japan's real position, and it is greatly to be regretted that the Sino-Japanese War became one of long duration Votes: 4

On the other hand, the vast majority of all westernized countries, including every single European country along with Israel and Japan, do not offer birthright citizenship. Votes: 4

Sushi is something very exclusive. It is not like a McDonald's, not like a hot dog, not like a French fry. It's very high-class cooking in Japan. Votes: 4

Japan and China are isolated and without intercourse with other countries; hence the President directed me to attend to or watch the state of affairs in China also. Votes: 4

My observation is that after one hundred and twenty years of modernisation since the opening of the country, present-day Japan is split between two opposite poles of ambiguity. Votes: 4

Japan is dealing us a dead hand. For two years we have watched the Japanese drag their feet and we can't let them continue to slam the door in our faces. Votes: 4

The greatest problem all around the world today, whether in America, Japan, China Russia, India or anywhere else in the world, is that people are not in peace. People want peace. Votes: 4

I believe that this is not only the view of the people on both sides of the Strait. It is also the common expectation of the US, Japan and the international community. Votes: 4

Every once in a while I run the Olympic downhill in Japan in my head. I think of how the energy is going to flow and then I make it all work for myself. Votes: 4

Japan is quite weird because they wait for you to say something before they respond. You can literally hear a pin drop, they don't make a sound until you say something to the crowd. Votes: 4

The more that Japanese players go to the big leagues to play and succeed, the more that will serve to inspire young kids in Japan to want to become baseball players when they grow up. Votes: 4

I remember a great America where we made everything. There was a time when the only thing you got from Japan was a really bad cheap transistor radio that some aunt gave you for Christmas. Votes: 4

There are some ghost stories in Japan where - when you are sitting in the bathroom in the traditional style of the Japanese toilet - a hand is actually starting to grab you from beneath. It's a very scary story. Votes: 4

Yesterday, December seventh, 1941, a date which will live in infamy, the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan. We will gain the inevitable triumph, so help us God. Votes: 4

I play a nobody in Japan. Votes: 3

I really love traveling to Japan. Votes: 3

The cold war is over; Japan won. Votes: 3

Half my fan mail comes from Japan. Votes: 3

Japan's biggest problems are conservatism and cowardice. Votes: 3

America looks 10 minutes ahead; Japan looks 10 years. Votes: 3

Christianity, to be effective in Japan, must change. Votes: 3

We want full-scale normalisation of relations [with Japan]. Votes: 3

Japan has one of them crazy robot shortstops, Votes: 3

I couldn't achieve the American dream in Japan. Votes: 3

China will be the answer to Japan's problems. Votes: 3

In Japan, people don't really sing about sexual content. Votes: 3

It looks like they've been watching old Japan tapes! Votes: 3

Japan, for me, will always be my inspiration source. Votes: 3

Japan has opened a new chapter in its history. Votes: 3

It is hard to be an individual in Japan. Votes: 3

I love Japan, and Tokyo is my favorite city. Votes: 3

In Japan, organizations and people in the organization are synonymous. Votes: 3

Turkey, Australia, and Japan are three of my top destinations. Votes: 3

Amenities are not of great concern to management in Japan. Votes: 3

No wonder this circuit failed. It says 'Made in Japan'. Votes: 3

I am busy touring all over Europe, Japan, and Australia. Votes: 3

And also, I think Japan places great value on the lyrics. Votes: 3

India and Japan should develop a complementary relationship in information technology. Votes: 3

If you don't want Japan to buy it, don't sell it. Votes: 3

If your computer speaks English, it was probably made in Japan. Votes: 3

Clearly, Japan is a most important market for digital consumer products. Votes: 3

Japan is doing a big number on the yen, devaluing it. Votes: 3

During the lifetime of Japan I became very neurotic, very paranoid. Votes: 3

Japan, Europe, [and] America probably [are] better than last year [2015], not China. Votes: 3

Everything in Japan is hidden. Real life has an unlisted phone number. Votes: 3

The new architecture of transparency and lightness comes from Japan and Europe. Votes: 3

Half of Japan still couldn't tell the difference between crime and politics. Votes: 3

There's a tremendous amount of energy in Japan and, increasingly, in China. Votes: 3

Japan offers as much novelty perhaps as an excursion to another planet. Votes: 3

In Japan, Australia, and England there is such a strong youth culture. Votes: 3

Yes, the European model remains superior to that of America and Japan. Votes: 3

The only thing that can change Japan is a change in government. Votes: 3

Japan is a great nation. It should begin to act like one. Votes: 3

Japan is the perfect example of make plans, and watch God laugh. Votes: 3

In Japan, sometimes it's hard to know what you are looking at. Votes: 3

In Japan, artists and fans are rather far apart from each other. Votes: 3

There are still people in Japan who think money is something evil. Votes: 3

I really didn't intend to be a musician when I left Japan. Votes: 3

We can't defend Japan, a behemoth, selling us cars by the million. Votes: 3

I wasn't your average kid. I was signing autographs in Japan at 12. Votes: 3

Japan is, you often feel, an improved version of the United States. Votes: 3

I say, isn't that a shame [a trade with Japan], it's so one-sided. Votes: 3

We aim to achieve general progress in relations between North Korea and Japan. Votes: 3

From Japan to Thailand, I keep discovering amazing talent, cuisine and food markets. Votes: 3

The new fans of Japan won't be Orientalists, but they will be anime-savvy. Votes: 3

People in Japan have experienced many tsunamis and various earthquakes throughout the ages. Votes: 3

Japan never considers time together as time wasted. Rather, it is time invested. Votes: 3

I have visited Japan several times and have always been shown wonderful hospitality. Votes: 3

I actually enjoyed getting lost in Japan's backroads, finding myself in a wasabi farm. Votes: 3

Japan is a well-educated, technological society. It is a free society, protects intellectual property. Votes: 3

America is behind Europe and Japan in terms of accepting adult ideas in animation. Votes: 3

The United States trades more with the province of Ontario alone than with Japan. Votes: 3

It was as if Japan had fallen victim to a case of collective amnesia Votes: 3

A reminder (Japan's earthquake and tsunami) how flimsy our sophisticated modern world really is Votes: 3

By means of steam one can go from California to Japan in eighteen days. Votes: 3

An American citizen is not going to be extradited to Japan for saving whales. Votes: 3

In Japan, there is less a culture of preserving old buildings than in Europe. Votes: 3

Everybody in the states is so relaxed, and everybody in Japan is so uptight. Votes: 3

America cannot afford to defend Saudi Arabia, Japan, Germany, South Korea, and many other places. Votes: 3

[My muse] feels nostalgic for Japan, and, perhaps strangely, for the pioneer days of America. Votes: 3

Donald Trump's idea that more nations should get nuclear weapons. Saudi Arabia, Japan, South Korea. Votes: 3

Yeah, I'd be happy to go back to Mexico or Japan to make another film. Votes: 3

Japan has always regarded the aircraft carrier as one of the most offensive of armaments. Votes: 3

Let them bomb Japan with that nasty missile. Their missile cannot load a nuclear warhead. Votes: 3

Chinas development is an opportunity for the international community, for Japan and for the Asia-Pacific. Votes: 3

They were ridiculous times. After I won my world championship in 1976, I went to Japan. Votes: 3

When I finally got to go ride the mountains in Japan, it blew my mind. Votes: 3

I want to go to Egypt and Japan and open orphanages... a chain of them. Votes: 3

Japan is really advanced. They don't go to the beach. The beach comes to them. Votes: 3

China's development is an opportunity for the international community, for Japan and for the Asia-Pacific. Votes: 3

I've never really wanted to go to Japan. Simply because I don't like eating fish. Votes: 3

I might have played a little bit more in Europe than I have in Japan. Votes: 3

I've always said that playing rugby in Spain is like being a bullfighter in Japan. Votes: 3

If plan A doesn't work, the alphabet has 25 more letters - 204 if you're in Japan. Votes: 3

Japan is the only country in the world which suffered from the scourge of nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

Sarah Palin finally heard what happened in Japan and she's demanding that we invade 'Tsunami.' Votes: 3

Japan redefined world power. They showed you could become a world power without having a military. Votes: 3

Japan is a bully nation that takes what it wants and threatens any who oppose it. Votes: 3

The ambiguous orientation of Japan drove the country into the position of an invader in Asia. Votes: 3

This is almost the most famous story The last samurai - Samurai story - in Japan. Votes: 3

Opening new stores outside of Japan is important, but training our employees is even more important. Votes: 3

My goal with the Canadian border is the same goal I have for Japan and Korea. Votes: 3

European investment in Texas alone exceeds all U.S. investment in China and Japan put together. Votes: 3

My staff was unanimous in believing that Japan was on the point of collapse and surrender. Votes: 3

Today, Japan is one of the few countries in the world where one hears laughter everywhere. Votes: 3

I started a band [Big Japan] for fun. These sticks break easily, but they feel good. Votes: 3

Living in Europe, I was surprised to find out just how little everyone knows about Japan. Votes: 3

I've done a lot of Samurai film in Japan, and sometimes done the choreography by myself. Votes: 3

Japan has really great fans for all kinds of music. I think they're keeping metal alive. Votes: 3

Japanese is sort of a hobby of mine, and I can get around Japan with ease. Votes: 3

I had whale tartare when I was in Japan, but I probably wouldn't have it again. Votes: 3

We have new developing ties with Japan whom always supports our democratic process and economic development. Votes: 3

I don't really do Japanese interviews. I don't think there's much call for me in Japan. Votes: 3

China should bury head to work diligently for 10 years and then raise head to face Japan. Votes: 3

In Japan, I was immensely impressed by the politeness, industrious nature and conscientiousness of the Japanese people. Votes: 3

We have substantially improved our position in Japan which now represents a major part of our business. Votes: 3

The desire to see Okinawa returned to Japan developed into a broad national consensus among our people. Votes: 3

The bond between America and Japan and the friendship between our two peoples runs very, very deep. Votes: 3

In America, unlike England, unlike Israel, unlike Japan, other democracies, we have elections that have staggered terms. Votes: 3

Since 2010, America has put more people back to work than Europe, Japan, and all advanced economies combined. Votes: 3

New Zealand totally rejects Japan's proposals to double the number of whales slaughtered in the Southern Ocean Votes: 3

Americans are somehow obsessed with her, and something about me hit a spot with people in Japan. Votes: 3

The biggest trading partner of the United States is not West Germany or Japan, it's right here. Votes: 3

Japan would never invade the United States. We would find a rifle behind every blade of grass. Votes: 3

My favorite knife is from Miyakoya in Japan - I have one in each of my restaurants. Votes: 3

We don't put our emotions out there in Japan. I'm Japanese, but I love to be honest. Votes: 3

I also won one from the emperor of Japan, with a prize for the arts. That's important. Votes: 3

If Japan had been near to either England or France, war would have broken out long ago. Votes: 3

I had become an atheist at the age of thirteen, when atomic bombs were dropped on Japan. Votes: 3

The way Japan had tried to build up a modern state modelled on the West was cataclysmic. Votes: 3

The real reform Japan needs is decisive politics when we face issues that need to be decided. Votes: 3

Japan will not abandon the fight for the Philippines even if Tokyo should be reduced to ashes! Votes: 3

We were in Japan once where they had 30 kinds of green tea. I thought there was one. Votes: 3

In Japan, it's strange to openly take credit for giving to charity or even to donate publicly. Votes: 3

A lot of country making films in English, but in Japan we are very shy to speak English. Votes: 3

After the Fukushima disaster, Japan shut down most of its reactors and said it would move to renewables. Votes: 3

When I was in Japan, everyone wanted to work for Pierre Gagnaire, and they wouldn't miss a beat. Votes: 3

If war should break out between England and Japan, the latter would suffer much more than the former. Votes: 3

The principal linkages between Japan and the U.S. global economies are trade, financial markets, and commodity markets. Votes: 3

I got nominated for my second film as best young director in the Aikido Film Festival in Japan. Votes: 3

I promise to protect Japan's land and sea, and the lives of the Japanese people no matter what. Votes: 3

So, Japan as a country has lost its vigor; it feels very much closed in for various reasons. Votes: 3

Chopsticks box! I didn't know before and put them on the table and my Japan friends scolded me. Votes: 3

Japan needs to cooperate with China economically. This is understood better by the business community than the government. Votes: 3

We're a country that owes $20 trillion. They [Japan, Germany, South Korea, Saudi Arabia] have to help us out. Votes: 3

If America would withdraw from South Korea, there could be a power struggle between such as China and Japan. Votes: 3

Compared to industry in Europe or Japan, where industry was based on a craft tradition, we are sadly behind. Votes: 3

If America would withdraw from South Korea, there could be a power struggle between such as China and Japan. Votes: 3

It is possible for Japan to become the model of a society that does not rely on nuclear power. Votes: 3

There's nothing in Chinese culture that is an equivalent of the geisha. It's so different, so special to Japan. Votes: 3

There's nothing in Chinese culture that is an equivalent of the geisha. It's so different, so special to Japan. Votes: 3

I miss riding those fast trains in Japan... 'cause I'd never seen a train that fast in my life. Votes: 3

The Japan-U.S. alliance is an irreplaceable alliance. And I would like to further consolidate and broaden that alliance. Votes: 3

I was a star in Italy, Austrailia, Germany and Japan before the American stations ever paid attention at all. Votes: 3

In Japan people drive on the left. In China people drive on the right. In Vietnam it doesn't matter. Votes: 3

The help (in Japan) is very polite. They bow so much, you don't know which end to talk to. Votes: 3

Basically, people in other countries don't want to have to work quite as flat-out as they do in Japan. Votes: 3

Significant anniversaries are solemnly commemorated - Japan's attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, for example. Votes: 3

You have your own culture and your own ways of doing things. I hope Japan continues on this path. Votes: 3

The Russians could have some (warheads) aimed at Japan, so if we act up they can destroy our economy. Votes: 3

If Facebook were a country, it would be the 8th most populated in the world, just ahead of Japan. Votes: 3

Each time I visit Japan, I am reminded of how Canadian I am and how little racial connection matters. Votes: 3

In Japan, full-time homemakers have no economic power of their own, and they socially lead a faceless, anonymous existence. Votes: 3

Japan is our rival, not our enemy. Japan is a competitor... Bashing a Toyota won't make a better car. Votes: 3

It would be really nice to have a venue stop in Japan someday. Japan would be perfect for it. Votes: 3

V-J Day, or Victory in Japan Day, marks the date of the Japanese surrender that ended fighting in the Pacific. Votes: 3

There are two types of depreciation. There is one where you're manipulating currencies. And that's not what Japan is doing. Votes: 3

One must learn, if one is to see the beauty in Japan, to like an extraordinarily restrained and delicate loveliness. Votes: 3

It's only interesting when you're from somewhere else, like America or Japan. The further away the more interesting it is. Votes: 3

When you have risk aversion in Japan, the normal day-to-day outflows that happen in a normal market environment slow down. Votes: 3

I guess they needed a maze in Japan, where everything's neat and tidy. In America everybody's already wandering around lost. Votes: 3

One must learn, if one is to see the beauty in Japan, to like an extraordinarily restrained and delicate loveliness." Votes: 3

But, I've made films in Japan, in Yugoslavia, all over Europe, all over the United States, Mexico, but not Hollywood. Votes: 3

I started my career as a singer in Japan, but left it all behind to focus on my dancing career. Votes: 3

I was in Japan, and my assistant director had worked with Kurosawa. I used quite of number of Kurosawa's crew. Votes: 3

One must learn, if one is to see the beauty in Japan, to like an extraordinarily restrained and delicate loveliness Votes: 3

From the way of Go the beauty of Japan and the Orient had fled. Everything had become science and regulation. Votes: 3

Alabama farmers want a chance to complete fairly in Japan, but they can't if the Japanese won't let us in. Votes: 3

But the last time the Cubs won a National League pennant Was the year we dropped the bomb on Japan Votes: 3

I'm flying to China and Japan - if you think Beckham is a big name, you should see me there. Votes: 3

Well actually, we are working on the live album from the shows in Japan. I'm trying to get that finished. Votes: 3

It is Japan's mission to be supreme in Asia, the South Seas and eventually the four corners of the world. Votes: 3

I have experienced failure as a politician and for that very reason, I am ready to give everything for Japan, Votes: 3

I've been to Japan so many times, but I still constantly stumble across things that are so foreign to me. Votes: 3

President Obama went to India, South Korea, then Japan. He's going to keep travelling until he finds his birth certificate. Votes: 3

I have experienced failure as a politician and for that very reason, I am ready to give everything for Japan. Votes: 3

I was a senior high school student at the Far Eastern University when the war with Japan broke out in 1941. Votes: 3

After college, I wanted to learned about myself as an American, so I left the United States and went to Japan. Votes: 3

The Japanese Prime Minister has apologized for Japan's part in World War II. However, he still hasn't mentioned anything about karaoke. Votes: 3

I was told that [Japan journalists] wanted to see my dog, Yume. You can see that she is in great shape. Votes: 3

I might enjoy writing some ghost stories set in Japan because their whole idea about the spirit world is so interesting. Votes: 3

In fact, the Senkaku Islands are... inherent territory of Japan that is recognized in our history and also by international law. Votes: 3

We were so poor when I was a kid that I had a sister who was stamped, 'Made In Japan.' Votes: 3

I speak of the old Japan, because out of the ashes of the old Japan there has risen a new Japan. Votes: 3

Imperialism and slavery are no white male monopoly, but are everywhere from Egypt, Assyria, and Persia to India, China and Japan. Votes: 3

I would like to inform you with great satisfaction of a new step forward on establishing partnership between Russia and Japan Votes: 3

You work to earn money. But in Japan, that idea has a bad image, and you're not supposed to say that. Votes: 3

You should hear the guy who dubs me in Japan. I like him the most. He has a high squeaky voice. Votes: 3

I want Japan to think and say that we are better off for JPMorgan having been here through thick and thin. Votes: 3

Girly' products can spur Japan's growth in this century every bit as much as, if not more than, the "˜manly' technologies. Votes: 3

The level on which Japan seems to have picked up on my music seems to be on a more abstract level. Votes: 3

The downturn following the collapse of Japan's so-called bubble economy of the 1980s was not as severe as the Great Depression. Votes: 3

I assure you that interest in Japanese culture in Russia is just as strong as interest in Russian culture in Japan. Votes: 3

In Japan, you can learn how to make a bunch of flowers. This is an art. Tea ceremony, it's an art. Votes: 3

For sheer majestic geography and sublime scale, nothing beats Alaska and the Yukon. For culture, Japan. And for all-around affection, Australia. Votes: 3

Games are considered to be in the sub-culture category, coming under movies, coming under manga or comics or animation, especially in Japan. Votes: 3

I just want everybody to understand and fully know that the United States of America stands behind Japan, its great ally, 100 percent. Votes: 3

They emphasize the viewpoint that the protracted economic stagnation in Japan derives from incomplete economic adjustments to significant changes in relative prices. Votes: 3

Follow the road behind the Emperor. We must build the world for Japan's sake, heaven ordered Japan to achieve this great mission. Votes: 3

[People] are tired of being ripped off by every single country that does business with us. Whether it's China, Japan, Mexico, Vietnam. Votes: 3

I do think there will be more Japanese companies expanding out of Japan, and there will be more cross-border flow from Japan. Votes: 3

From 1965 to 1973, more munitions fell on Cambodia than on all of World War II Japan, including the two nuclear bombs of August 1945. Votes: 3

It is my policy to deepen the Japan-U.S. alliance and to deepen security and economic relations as well as personal exchanges. Votes: 3

Everything can draw inspiration: a vintage cloth, a book, a street-when I was in Japan, I was deeply inspired by Japanese pharmacies. Votes: 3

The role of Italy and of Austria has diminished as has that of France and Britain; Germany and Japan have suffered catastrophically. Votes: 3

Selfridges' Christmas hot list includes faux fur animal hats by Merrimaking, currently enjoying a cult status in Japan and amongst festival goers. Votes: 3

I have a lot of bitter memories from Beijing. Hopefully, we can erase those memories and bring the gold back to Japan. Votes: 3

The defensive perimeter [of the United States in East Asia] runs along the Aleutians to Japan and then goes to the Ryukyus. Votes: 3

When I became a man, I put away childish things and got more elaborate and expensive childish things from France and Japan. Votes: 3

I won a great giant slalom in Japan last week, and it gave me momentum for this final part of the season. Votes: 3

I only go to Japan when there's someone who can afford to bring me there, and consequently I may never go again! Votes: 3

The people in Japan know more about the history of jazz and the musicians than the people in the United States do. Votes: 3

The E.U. imports more agricultural goods from developing countries around the world than does the U.S., Canada and Japan, combined. Votes: 3

For decades, Japan has been a friend and reliable trading partner with the United States, and I anticipate that relationship will prosper. Votes: 3

I will say that the food in both Japan and Italy was immaculate. I don't remember having bad food in either country. Votes: 3

There's a tendency for the yen to strengthen because it's rated highly, but I don't think that accurately reflects Japan's economic performance. Votes: 3

For a century and a half now, America and Japan have formed one of the great and enduring alliances of modern times. Votes: 3

We regard America and Europe as old friends. We keep old friends, but we make new friends in Japan, India, and China. Votes: 3

The conflict between Japan and Chiang is little affected by the fall of the Wuhan cities and Sino-Japanese hostilities have just started. Votes: 3

Japan actually is an aging population, and so as the population has aged, they have had a lot more problems with health. Votes: 3

Miyazaki's films in Japan are bigger than Titanic. He's an incredible rock star there. In the US, they don't do as well. Votes: 3

We represent companies from around the world who say, "I want to look at Japanese companies. I want to invest in Japan." Votes: 3

After the Second World War, people in Japan no longer died for their country, and even that expression was no longer used. Votes: 3

By the way, Japan is also known to be actively engaged in manned space flights as part of the International Space Station. Votes: 3

Japan can't get anything on the market very cheaply because it has a large, relatively highly paid workforce which you can't fire. Votes: 3

Rock and roll is catching on all over . . . France . . . England . . . They even have it in Japan, only over there they call it judo. Votes: 3

As the largest and most developed democracies of Asia (India and Japan), we have a mutual stake in each other's progress and prosperity. Votes: 3

I think that people here expect miracles. American management thinks that they can just copy from Japan-but they don't know what to copy! Votes: 3

California Marijuana farmers are worried that radiation from Japan could affect their crops. Or maybe for some strange reason they're just being paranoid. Votes: 3

In Japan, a company worker's position is secure. He is retrained for another job if his present job is eliminated by productivity improvement. Votes: 3

The U.S. dropped more high explosives on Vietnam than the Allies used on Germany and Japan together in the Second World War. Votes: 3

A vote for Japan is a vote for the future of rugby. We will do our best to make rugby a global sport. Votes: 3

I get constantly mistaken for Elijah Wood. I was in Japan and someone held out a photo of him for me to sign. Votes: 3

Fish from all over the world, from deep in the sea, wind up in countries from Germany to Japan. That is just crazy. Votes: 3

I was born into a very important family in Japan. My grandfather was a descendant of the Emperor, and we were very wealthy. Votes: 3

Further, Japan is the second largest donor in Iraq after the United States, with over $5 billion dollars for humanitarian, infrastructure and reconstruction projects." Votes: 3

We're at war with Japan. We were attacked by Japan. Do you want to kill Japanese, or would you rather have Americans killed? Votes: 3

I love Japan. I love the collision of the modern and ancient worlds coming together in that place. It's so high-tech and cool. Votes: 3

It is important that both Japan and the United States continue to invest very heavily in the alliance to build up our defense. Votes: 3

Further, Japan is the second largest donor in Iraq after the United States, with over $5 billion dollars for humanitarian, infrastructure and reconstruction projects. Votes: 3

We find Japan a little more difficult to understand because it has proven its 20th century prowess though the ancient traditions still persist. Votes: 3

Japan has a low crime rate, unless you count the fact that approximately every fifteen minutes the entire Cabinet gets indicted for taking bribes. Votes: 3

Turkey, Japan do great work because they can keep under control their little personal selfishness, egoism, jealousy, etc. when they get down to work. Votes: 3

The world, in terms of choices available to educated, ambitious workers and entrepreneurs, is way bigger than just the United States, Japan and Europe. Votes: 3

Before 2000, we were unable to design a single car; all the cars were designed in Japan, Europe or somewhere else. We were just converting. Votes: 3

Self-respect, the value of 'face,' is universal but is most pronounced in China, then in Japan where the Confucian ethic is most influential. Votes: 3

Nobody likes being criticised, particularly by players who will be in Disneyland this summer on their holidays rather than the World Cup in Japan Votes: 3

We can say that Japan is the only country that calls into question the outcome of the Second World War; no one else does. Votes: 3

It seems the best approach for any venture is a combo platter - Japan's quality-consciousness paired with America's willingness to experiment and (sometimes) fail. Votes: 3

When I race in Australia or Korea or Japan I know it will be a big change for me because Ferrari fans are worldwide. Votes: 3

I own a home in Kyoto, Japan actually on the temple on grounds in Nanzenji that is going to become a Japanese art museum. Votes: 3

In case Japan ventures to attack the Mongolian People's Republic, seeking to destroy its independence, we will have to assist the Mongolian People's Republic. Votes: 3

The United States has renewed our leadership in the Asia-Pacific, prime Minister Abe is leading Japan to a new role on the world stage. Votes: 3

Japan, Germany, South Korea, these are very rich, powerful countries. Saudi Arabia, nothing but money. We Americans protect Saudi Arabia. Why aren't they paying? Votes: 3

You have to be able to negotiate our trade deals. You have to be able to negotiate, that's right, with Japan, with Saudi Arabia. Votes: 3

Americans are so often thrown by Japan. It looks familiar but, an inch below the surface, it isn't anything like the West at all. Votes: 3

I want to reassure our allies in Japan and South Korea and elsewhere that we have mutual defense treaties and we will honor them. Votes: 3

There was no military reason to drop atomic bombs on Japan. They were used as terrorist weapons - killing innocent people to influence other people. Votes: 3

What I worry about is not just Nissan, but Japanese manufacturers losing motivation to maintain production in Japan. The high yen is definitely a headwind. Votes: 3

We believe in fair exchange rates and Japan doesn't practice that. They have massive U.S. dollar reserves, and they use them to intervene regularly. Votes: 3

We believe in fair exchange rates and Japan doesn't practice that. They have massive U.S. dollar reserves, and they use them to intervene regularly. Votes: 3

The American oligarchy increasingly has less in common with the American people than it does with the equivalent oligarchies in Germany or Mexico or Japan. Votes: 3

Additionally, I will be respectfully asking countries, such as Germany, Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, to pay more for the tremendous security we provide them. Votes: 3

The Sea Shepherd crew is doing what governments should be doing, but refuse to do themselves, because of the threats of trade retaliation from Japan. Votes: 3

So such an American troops presence in Korea in the South and Japan, total some 100,000 should stay there forever, even after unification of Korean peninsula. Votes: 3

So such an American troops presence in Korea in the South and Japan, total some 100,000 should stay there forever, even after unification of Korean peninsula. Votes: 3

Tokyo is like the New York of Asia. Although the people there are all basically from Japan, they celebrate what they like about various cultures. Votes: 3

Whatever doubts or vexations one has in Japan, it is only necessary to ask one's self: "Well, who are the best people to live with? Votes: 3

...Poetic injustice...having made over Japan in our own image. The Japanese, ...are now, next to us, the greatest consumers of meat in the world. Votes: 3

Modern life is so thin and shallow and fake. I look forward to when developers go bankrupt, Japan gets poorer and wild grasses take over. Votes: 3

As the U.S. ambassador to Japan, I see this challenge of our younger generations not knowing each other as well as the prior generations. Votes: 3

When you're a kid and you're in a classroom, anybody would die to be hanging out in London or having their sixteenth birthday in Japan. Votes: 3

Our failure to properly deal with Germany and Japan early cost the world dearly later on. We dare not make the same mistake with China. Votes: 3

I first met Hanson over in Japan and they gave me some great advice about the fans and they seem real down to earth. They're great. Votes: 3

Al Gore wants us to clean up our factories...when China and other countries couldn't care less. China, Japan, and India are laughing at America's stupidity. Votes: 3

The future of Japan's economic growth depends on us having the willpower and the courage to sail without hesitation onto the rough seas of global competition. Votes: 3

Self-deception ultimately explains Japan's plight. The Japanese have never accepted that change is in their interest - and not merely a response to U.S. criticism. Votes: 3

The war will continue a long time. Chiang Kai-shek may attempt to continue hostilities throughout his ifetime and as long as Chiang continues, Japan must continue. Votes: 3

The last time I was in Japan as President of Russia was 11 years ago, if memory serves. I later visited in my capacity as Prime Minister. Votes: 3

Today osteoporosis affects more than 75 million people in the United States, Europe and Japan and causes more than 2.3 million fractures in the USA and Europe alone. Votes: 3

I won two ITF tournaments in Japan in two weeks. I had to qualify for both of them, which meant that I won 16 matches in 15 days. Votes: 3

I love Mount Fuji and I think it is my love of the mountains in Japan that led me to seek other mountains around the world. Votes: 3

In contrast to New Orleans, there was only minimal looting after the horrendous 1995 earthquake in Kobe, Japan-because, when you get down to it, Japanese aren't blacks. Votes: 3

In the past, Japan through its colonial rule and aggression caused tremendous damage and suffering for the people of many countries, particularly those of Asian nations. Votes: 3

Nevertheless, China was unfortunately unable to understand Japan's real position, and it is greatly to be regretted that the Sino-Japanese War became one of long duration. Votes: 3

Japan's experience suggests the importance of assessing the sustainability of price stability over a fairly long period, which many central banks have emphasized in recent years. Votes: 3

One glass of water doesn't equal another. One may just appease the thirst, the other you may enjoy thoroughly. In Japan, people know about this difference. Votes: 3

Japan's humid and warm summer climate, as well as frequent earthquakes resulted in lightweight timber buildings raised off the ground that are resistant to earth tremors. Votes: 3

For me, trying to expand the energy to make one movie in Hollywood would be the equivalent in terms of energy to making 10 movies in Japan. Votes: 3

No compromise is possible and the victory of the democracies can only be complete with the utter defeat of the war machines of Germany and Japan. Votes: 3

I haven't changed. If it seems I'm becoming more mainstream, doesn't that mean instead that Japan is aligning itself with me? I haven't changed one bit. Votes: 3

In Japan, I am famous in certain special circles - mainly as someone who is trying to break down and enlighten the conventions of Japanese art. Votes: 3

Whenever I go overseas I buy funny eyelashes. For example the same brand that are in Japan and England are different styles. So I bought both. Votes: 3

A people that has licked a more formidable enemy than Germany or Japan, primitive North America . . . a country whose national motto has been "root, hog, or die." Votes: 3

A lot of times we work across multiple platforms. We'll go to Japan working on the tsunami for 'Nightly News' and it'll end up on 'Dateline.' Votes: 3

Our military thought that they couldn't get to Pearl Harbor, that it was too long a journey from Japan to get there, and they proved us wrong. Votes: 3

Anything to do with any new form of tax, like consumption tax in Japan, carbon tax in Australia, these are big issues that cannot be easily decided. Votes: 3

Our goal is not simply to reconstruct the Japan that existed before March 11, 2011, but to build a new Japan. We are determined to overcome this historic challenge. Votes: 3

After the tsunami in Japan, we were open for business. In fact, I flew there 10 days after the tsunami to show our support for the Japanese people. Votes: 3

Since the election of Shinzo Abe as the new Japanese prime minister, by reputation a fervent nationalist, relations between Japan and China have paradoxically improved a little. Votes: 3

It is very important for our long-term economic future that the relationship with Japan, Korea and China, who are our three biggest trading partners, be ever stronger. Votes: 3

Since ancient times, people from throughout Asia have brought to Japan their talents, knowledge and energy, helping to lay the basis for Japan's existence as a country. Votes: 3

Japan has only 100m people. Asia has 4bn. At least one-third, maybe nearly half, will become middle class, and this is a big opportunity for Japanese businessmen. Votes: 3

When you mail Ichiro something from the States, you only have to use that name on the address and he gets it (in Japan). He's that big. Votes: 3

One of the real challenges, since we're working in so many places - Mexico, Japan, Brazil - is understanding variations, both in terms of culture and context. Votes: 3

I was born in Japan and raised in Japan, but those are the only things that make me Japanese, I've grown up reading books from all over. Votes: 3

This quake, tsunami and the nuclear accident are the biggest crises for Japan [in decades] ... We will continue to handle it in a state of maximum alert. Votes: 3

In Japan, violence isn't as controversial as it is in the West. Pornography is more restricted, but it's not hard to make a crazy, extremely violent film. Votes: 3

The goal of what Japan's central bank is doing is to create growth. If it actually creates growth, in the long run, it will lead to appreciation. Votes: 3

We were sent to this country by the President, who desires to promote the welfare of Japan, and are quite different from the ambassadors of other countries. Votes: 3

Anyone who has seen the auto factories in Detroit and the oil fields in Texas knows that Japan lacks the national power for a naval race with America. Votes: 3

I can take pot or leave it. I got busted in Japan for it. I was nine days without it and there wasn't a hint of withdrawal, nothing. Votes: 3

As the treaty made with the United States was the first treaty entered into by your country with other countries, therefore the President regards Japan with peculiar friendliness. Votes: 3

But anything that you hear about Japan is nothing like what you see when you actually go over there and see it, you know, in a real situation. Votes: 3

There's an interesting book called The Fugu Plan, written by Marvin Tokayer and Mary Swartz, which describes the circumstances when European Jews came to Japan, a semi-feudal society. Votes: 3

Japan learned from the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki that the tragedy wrought by nuclear weapons must never be repeated and that humanity and nuclear weapons cannot coexist. Votes: 3

When I go to Japan and do shows I play for 1,000 to 1,500 people. I like a lot about Japan. Their popular culture and mass commercialization appeals to me. Votes: 3

It's just that, when I'm in Japan I could foretell to a certain degree what would be accepted, so I certainly don't come up with any crazy arrangements. Votes: 3

We believe we have no territorial problems at all. It is only Japan that believes it has territorial problems with Russia. We are ready to talk about this. Votes: 3

I do not think any reasonable person can doubt that in India, China and Japan, if the knowledge of birth control existed, the birthrate would fall very rapidly Votes: 3

I hope to attend it as Japan needs to tell the world the lessons, knowledge and reflections learned from the nuclear crisis at the Fukushima No. 1 power plant. Votes: 3

The Prime Minister [Shindzo Abe] and I will negotiate proceeding from our national interests: the interests of Russia and the interests of Japan. We should find a compromise. Votes: 3

Americans, we passionately believe, are a humane people. We showed that in restoring wounded economies abroad after World War II, even those of our enemies, Germany and Japan. Votes: 3

We can take our Japanese clients around the world. We can take them to Brazil, Europe, anywhere. And we also take companies from around the world into Japan. Votes: 3

The Japanese had, in fact, already sued for peace. The atomic bomb played no decisive part, from a purely military point of view, in the defeat of Japan. Votes: 3

I'm not a big star in Japan. I'm an actor. I have a very normal life. Four days a week, I cook at home. A star doesn't do that. Votes: 3

If the military might of Germany and Japan are ultimately to be crushed, the United Nations, one and all, must definitely and urgently strive toward a total war effort. Votes: 3

U.S. has certainly been wanting this to happen since both Japan and Korea are longtime allies of the U.S. and this estranged relationship has prevented better cooperation. Votes: 3

Using the Japan-U.S. alliance as a basis, it is important that we maintain and develop cooperative relations with our neighboring countries such as China, South Korea, and Russia. Votes: 3

America's health care system is second only to Japan, Canada, Sweden, Great Britain, well ... all of Europe. But you can thank your lucky starts we don't live in Paraguay! Votes: 3

Japan is very cosmopolitan - it values its origins, but a world view hovers above this narrow perspective. The interest of the Japanese in their folk culture is transcendental. Votes: 3

Paradoxically, the people and state of Japan living on such moral props were not innocent but had been stained by their own past history of invading other Asian countries. Votes: 3

Japan is the first nation in the world to accord 'comic books'--originally a 'humorous' form of entertainment mainly for young people--nearly the same social status as novels and films." Votes: 3

Japan announced that it would not comply with this declaration [ 1956]. Later on, the Soviet Union also declared that the declaration could not be fulfilled unilaterally, by the USSR alone. Votes: 3

In the 1820s, the U.S., Japan, and the U.K. were some of the only countries where the average population received at least two years of formal schooling. Votes: 3

But in Japan, there's nothing like that, since the temple is made of wood. The divine spirit inside the building is eternal, so the enclosure doesn't have to be. Votes: 3

The average taxpayer in Germany or Japan pays less for the defense of his country than the average taxpayer in America pays for the defense of Germany or Japan. Votes: 3

Members of the Rae Chorze-Fwaz order trace their origins back through Tibet, Japan, China, India, and ancient Egypt to the place the order was founded, the lost continent of Atlantis. Votes: 3

I celebrated my 18th birthday in Japan, which was quite memorable; I was quite fascinated by the different traditions and the culture; it was so completely different to Australian culture. Votes: 3

Finding a master of the dark art of ninjutsu in modern westernized Japan seems as unlikely as finding an active practitioner of the magic of Merlin in contemporary industrialized England. Votes: 3

One of my books, 'Rain Falling on My Face,' earned me the 39th Edogawa Ranpo prize. It's a very prestigious literary prize in Japan, mostly for mysteries and thrillers. Votes: 3

I actually believe that you should not wash your jeans, ever. In Japan, they actually put them in the freezer. That kills the bacteria and makes them not smell anymore. Votes: 3

If you look at 2009, why did the recovery happen? Recovery happened because somebody in the world's largest economy opened the tap: the U.S., followed by Europe and now Japan. Votes: 3

And so I told him how living in Japan would give him a leisure no mere tourist has, to know the rhythms of the place, a land of tiny poems. Votes: 3

I actually believe that you should not wash your jeans, ever. In Japan, they actually put them in the freezer. That kills the bacteria and makes them not smell anymore." Votes: 3

In 1977 we played America and Europe three times, and Japan - my marriage suffered as a result. My then wife took the kids to Canada to be near her parents. Votes: 3

In 1977 we played America and Europe three times, and Japan - my marriage suffered as a result. My then wife took the kids to Canada to be near her parents Votes: 3

The US bombed them back to traditional values – feminism does not exist in Japan. While I don’t like judging an entire culture…that does not excuse them. Votes: 3

Japan is very much a TV-centered entertainment industry. So, when you talk about big stars in Japan, generally they are people who are on television. I work mostly in movies. Votes: 3

Human reactions to robots varies by culture and changes over time. In the United States we are terrified by killer robots. In Japan people want to snuggle with killer robots. Votes: 3

Being exposed to different production environments in Korea, Japan and the U.S. was a great experience, and each system allows you to quench your thirst in a different way. Votes: 3

Just like we did in Japan, in South Korea. Just like is happening in Iraq. Laura [Bush] and I feel very strongly that if the United States were to leave. Votes: 3

I was born in Japan, so for me, Uniqlo is a family brand. My granny used to wear Uniqlo. And my Italian dad wore Uniqlo. I wore Uniqlo, of course. Votes: 3

Japan, Germany, and India seem to me to have serious writers, readers, and book buyers, but the Netherlands has struck me as the most robust literary culture in the world. Votes: 3

[Yasuhiro] Yamashita is a respected judo master not only in Japan but across the world. To me, he is an example of an outstanding athlete and a very good man. Votes: 3

Japan continues to work closely with the United States on the issue of the North Korean nuclear crisis and has played an important and constructive role in the Six-Party talks. Votes: 3

The method (of learning Japanese) recommended by experts is to be born as a Japanese baby and raised by a Japanese family, in Japan. And even then it's not easy. Votes: 3

Japan is an important ally of ours. Japan and the United States of the Western industrialized capacity, 60 percent of the GNP, two countries. That's a statement in and of itself. Votes: 3

It is important to remember that some of the most serious thinkers once thought that democracy was not compatible with the cultures of Germany, Italy, Japan, Latin America and Russia. Votes: 3

English is not the primary language for universities in China, Korea, and Japan, but they are being evaluated on the basis of publications in English and courses taught in English. Votes: 3

Members of the Rae Chorze-Fwaz order trace their origins back through Tibet, Japan, China, India, and ancient Egypt to the place the order was founded, the lost continent of Atlantis. Votes: 3

You can go to Japan, China, all the European, African, Arab, and South American countries, and man, they know me. I can't name a nation where they don't know me. Votes: 3

However in countries outside of Japan I think game music is still a potential growth market that has not yet developed to the extent that we are seeing in Japan. Votes: 3

Another question has been raised rather widely in Europe, in Japan as well as in the United States is what, to what extent will the euro become a reserve currency. Votes: 3

In Japan they're definitely more over the top. They had four Boogie stacks and 20 guitars. But otherwise it's pretty much the same thing, except there's a translator. It's really nice. Votes: 3

In Japan, you get on the bullet train or the airplane, and I loved the little speeches the stewardesses would do. They even do little speeches before you play gigs. Votes: 3

On behalf of my native Japan, I am grateful to the culinary community and hospitality industry for working together to raise much-needed funds to aid the tsunami and earthquake victims. Votes: 3

'Leonie' did get made and it was an extremely wonderful experience. I got to travel the world. I filmed for 6 months - 3 months in New Orleans and 3 months in Japan. Votes: 3

The absence of a peace treaty [with Japan] is an anachronism we inherited from the past and it must be removed. However, how to do this is a complicated issue. Votes: 3

So the books have a greater appeal to a British audience, but that hasn't stopped them making best-seller lists in places like Brazil, Japan and at least a dozen other countries. Votes: 3

Traveling is definitely something that your average 17-year-old doesn't get to do. One week we're in Japan, one week we're in Australia, one week we're back home going to football games. Votes: 3

I fear I shall never be...good for anything in this world, but composing airs, building towers, forming gardens, collecting old Japan, and writing a journey to China or the Moon. Votes: 3

My childhood memories include a time when the government confiscated my family's possessions and exiled us to a camp in the B.C. Interior, just because my grandparents were from Japan. Votes: 3

I served at the Pentagon and at Fort Leavenworth - my job was video cameraman, and that allowed me to travel to places like Korea, Japan, Alaska, Germany and the Netherlands. Votes: 3

I would point out that Japan's proposal at the Versailles Peace Conference on the principle of racial equality was rejected by delegates such as those from Britain and the United States Votes: 3

When Elvira, Mistress Of The Dark came out, I got to go to Japan and Australia and France, Italy, Germany, everywhere with the movie. That was great, because I love traveling. Votes: 3

After my first visit to Japan, in 1960, to work on a joint model building project at Osaka University, I maintained a continuing interest in the country and the entire Far East. Votes: 3

I would point out that Japan's proposal at the Versailles Peace Conference on the principle of racial equality was rejected by delegates such as those from Britain and the United States. Votes: 3

After my first visit to Japan, in 1960, to work on a joint model building project at Osaka University, I maintained a continuing interest in the country and the entire Far East. Votes: 3

I love going somewhere like Japan where you can't understand a word of the advertising - you just see it for its aesthetic beauty, without feeling that you're being sold something. Votes: 3

The ongoing dispute over the relocation of U.S. Marines on Okinawa should be quickly settled. This isn't just an issue for the U.S. and Japan. It has regional implications. Votes: 3

But how do we know when irrational exuberance has unduly escalated asset values, which then become subject to unexpected and prolonged contractions as they have in Japan over the past decade? Votes: 3

Whenever I sat down to write something it was never anything I took lightly. It was something that I'd want you, somebody in Japan, and somebody [over there to hear it]. Votes: 3

I'll be honest - I never saw myself making a ninja movie, never entertained the idea. I think ninja films can be quite cheesy unless you do them in feudal Japan. Votes: 3

Ill be honest - I never saw myself making a ninja movie, never entertained the idea. I think ninja films can be quite cheesy unless you do them in feudal Japan. Votes: 3

So many of us, we love these things that come from Japan. We play the video games every day, we read the manga, people watch the cartoons, they absolutely love it. Votes: 3

I have friends from China - by the way I love China. I love Japan. I have people that buy my apartments, I have people that work for me from China. Votes: 3

At the punch-bowl's brink, let the thirsty think, what they say in Japan: first the man takes a drink, then the drink takes a drink, then the drink takes the man! Votes: 3

In addition to this, they already have a fuel cell car on the road in Japan. It is subsidized from within the corporation because they are still at a high cost. Votes: 3

I myself have been on my own and utterly independent since I graduated. I haven't belonged to any company or any system. It isn't easy to live like this in Japan. Votes: 3

I've been to Japan, I've been to China, I've been to Africa, I've been to the Middle East, I've been to Europe a little bit. I've never been to South America. Votes: 3

At first, Uniqlo was a casual chain on the back streets of Hiroshima. Then... we became a national brand in Japan. So, the next step is to become a global brand. Votes: 3

I wanted to have a title that wasn't in English so that someone in France, for instance, could ask for 'dix-huit' or the someone in Japan could ask for 'juhachi.' Votes: 3

There are monasteries in Japan where they teach Zen with rules, more rules than you can imagine, and you might feel comfortable with that. I don't teach that type of Zen. Votes: 3

I love eating shabu-shabu in Japan - a kind of beef hotpot. But if you're talking about authentic, traditional food, then Italian cooking is one of the best in the world. Votes: 3

Undoubtedly Internet has reduced the possibilities of taxation. Why should I buy something here if I can buy it from a company in Japan or England or Brazil with a lower tax? Votes: 3

For the version of this CD released in Japan, a translation of the English lyrics is included, but there are lots of places where meanings are lost in the process of translation. Votes: 3

It is not a happy lot being a princess in any country, but especially Japan in which every tiny aspect of one's life is governed by the most rigid rules of protocol. Votes: 3

Of all the creatures that creep, swim, or fly, Peopling the earth, the waters, and the sky, From Rome to Iceland, Paris to Japan, I really think the greatest fool is man. Votes: 3

I sincerely apologize to anyone who was offended by my attempt at humor regarding the tragedy in Japan. I meant no disrespect, and my thoughts are with the victims and their families. Votes: 3

May was so great to work with, he even took me over to Japan for some dates. It blew me away when he let me play his guitar on stage with him. Votes: 3

The fact is, Japan's whaling is illegal, so just because there is a natural disaster in Japan is no reason for us to stop opposing their illegal activities in the Southern Ocean. Votes: 3

The Japanese bureaucracy is unique. It is also very powerful, although it is now the object of so much criticism. Many of Japan's brightest made it a pillar of strength and continuity. Votes: 3

I have a huge interest in Japan, which is well known, including its history and culture, and so it will be very interesting for me to see and learn more about Japan. Votes: 3

In my opinion, there are two focal points of the war danger. The first focal point is the Far East zone of Japan. The second focal point in the zone is Germany. Votes: 3

Going there [Japan] in the early 80s was quite a culture shock. I think the bombardment of Shinjuku and all that would have filtered through, which certainly informed things we later filmed. Votes: 3

I took a 51 day trip through Asia; 12 countries and 26 cities. I traveled for 51 days. So, it was everywhere from Sri Lanka and that all the way to Japan, where we ended it. Votes: 3

In Japan, violence in games is pretty much self-regulated.There's more violence in games in the U.S., in things like Mortal Kombat, where they rip out hearts and cut off heads. Votes: 3

I recently got into Haiku in Japan and I just think it's fantastic. Obviously, when you get rid of a whole section of illusion in your mind you're left with great precision. Votes: 3

Pam has always been my glamorous big sister - 13 years older than I. She played on the women's circuit for nine years and came home to tell me stories of France, Japan. Votes: 3

The saddest thing one meets is a nominal Christian. I had not seen it in Japan where missions is younger. The church here is a “field full of wheat and tares. Votes: 3

We Americans have to tell Japan in a very nice way, we have to tell Germany, all of these countries, South Korea, we have to say, you have to help us out. Votes: 3

For some reason, I grew up generally believing that Japan and Korea were quite friendly. I do know that there is some bad history and the extremists on both sides are unreasonable. Votes: 3

The enemy of our games was always Japan, and the courses were so thorough that after the start of World War II, nothing that happened in the Pacific was strange or unexpected. Votes: 3

Japan has joined the sanctions against the Russian Federation. How are we going to further economic relations on a new and much higher basis, at a higher level under the sanctions regime? Votes: 3

I say the same thing that I've said for decades now, which is: don't go over to Japan trying to change it, thinking that you know better. Go there trying to understand. Votes: 3

Every time I go to Japan and meet Capcom it is like going to see the Umbrella Corporation. You ask them things and they won't give you a straight answer about anything. Votes: 3

The U.S. along with China, Japan, South Korea and Russia has an important role to play in containing North Korea's nuclear ambitions and exerting all the influence we can possibly exert. Votes: 3

The way I formed my studio and how I organize things actually came out of the model of the Japanese animation studio and the manga industry. The manga industry is gigantic in Japan. Votes: 3

Sure, President Bush can say that the U.S. government won't fund stem cell research, but believe me, Japan is applauding. Because they will just do it first and get all the patents. Votes: 3

Everybody understands a slap in the face. In Japan, Belgium, or America, a punch is a punch. Comedy will be different in Europe or America or Japan, so my movies are very international. Votes: 3

Germany, Japan and, to a lesser extent, Britain and Italy, were lifted out of the debris of war by the Americans who poured in billions of dollars and forgave other billions in debts. Votes: 3

Germany, Japan and, to a lesser extent, Britain and Italy, were lifted out of the debris of war by the Americans who poured in billions of dollars and forgave other billions in debts." Votes: 3

We're not necessarily the ski boat, we're the skier. There are countries like Japan and Korea and others who are the ski boat at this point, but we're getting pulled right behind them. Votes: 3

I was an actor in Japan and I'm a regular on about three shows. I'm grateful for all of it. My personal activities like that help Big Bang as a whole as well. Votes: 3

We do not trade territories although concluding a peace treaty with Japan is certainly a key issue and we would like to find a solution to this problem together with our Japanese friends. Votes: 3

The neck is kind of what's sexy in Japan, so you have to have the kimono a little bit back. It was just a whole different way of appealing to what was sexy. Votes: 3

Next year [2017], we are going to hold a series of events there that we would like to call Russian Seasons [in Japan]. Over 40 different activities - and what is more, in different cities. Votes: 3

The weekend brought good news for our friends in the cattle industry. At long last, Japan has taken the steps needed for American beef to make its way back into the Japanese market. Votes: 3

Yes. I do about 70 shows a year, in the past year I've been to Italy, Australia, Japan, China, just about everywhere. I do it because I love singing. The money is a bonus. Votes: 3

My Christmas present to myself each year is to see how much air travel can open up the world and take me to places as far from sheltered California and Japan as possible." Votes: 3

People don't think that bread is part of Asian culture or Asian food culture, but it's quite prevalent in Northern China, and you see it throughout Japan and as you go to Taiwan. Votes: 3

Japan has very long hospital stays. Ah, it's almost a rest cure. People in Japan who are hospitalized might lie around the hospital for a week or two just to take a rest. Votes: 3

My Christmas present to myself each year is to see how much air travel can open up the world and take me to places as far from sheltered California and Japan as possible. Votes: 3

I've done Last Samurai in Japan, in LA, in New Zealand. Even in Japan it is very hard to shoot, because there's been so many changes. Only around a temple can we shoot. Votes: 3

Even in Japan, I don't think that the game culture is established. For example, my father will watch movies but games don't appear in his life at all, I think that that's sad. Votes: 3

I've been studying the cultures of Asia for many years, and I'm very attracted to the culture of Japan, in particular to the impact Zen has had on the Japanese mind and spirit. Votes: 3

The recipe to an unhappy life in Japan is to want to be Japanese if you are not. Anyone who wants to penetrate the country is setting themselves up for tears and disappointment. Votes: 3

I believe it is no secret that I like Japan very much - Japanese culture, sport, including judo, but it will not offend anyone if I say that I like Russia even more. Votes: 3

I'm going to quit music. Then the government of Japan asked me to write a piano concerto - that was an offer I couldn't refuse, so that brought me back to music again. Votes: 3

I noticed that democracy was broken and tried to work on fixing that in Japan. Then I realized that it was broken all over the place and decided to work on that too. Votes: 3

The President is of opinion that if Japan makes a treaty with the United States, all other foreign countries will make the same kind of a treaty, and Japan will be safe thereafter. Votes: 3

Japan and Europe seem to have a little more cultural education and so the crowds have been a little more big and enthusiastic, and the places I've played seem a little more classy. Votes: 3

In fact, the whole of Japan is a pure invention. There is no such country, there are no such people.... The Japanese people are ... simply a mode of style, an exquisite fancy of art. Votes: 3

We have a lot of customers in Japan, but they don't quite get the local content that they always need, so we want to encourage all of our product teams to start thinking globally. Votes: 3

So that between the Cape of St. Maria and Japan we were four months and twenty-two days; at which time there were no more than six besides myself that could stand upon his feet. Votes: 3

For me, creation can only come out of a certain kind of unhappiness. They say in Japan, this thing like the hungry spirit - the hungry mind - is what gets you going forward. Votes: 3

North Korea has nukes. Japan has a problem with that. I mean, they have a big problem with that. Maybe they would in fact be better off if they defend themselves from North Korea. Votes: 3

In Japan there is a lot of manga, but around manga there are video games, manga on cellphones, manga in card games... so people not only enjoy manga but also the products around it. Votes: 3

For too long, Japan has been dragging its feet as it ignores the steps the U.S. has made to ensure a safe beef supply and shows a disregard for our prior trade pacts. Votes: 3

In the 1970s, Japan moved into the U.S. turf with its televisions, cars, chips, and steel. But if you think about it, the only business Japan destroyed was the U.S. television industry. Votes: 3

I loved Japan. I used to read a lot about it when I was a child. And I always wanted to go. And it was delightful. I absolutely loved it. What a smashing place. Votes: 3

My aesthetic sense was formed at a young age by what surrounded me: the narrow residential spaces of Japan and the mental escapes from those spaces that took the forms of manga and anime. Votes: 3

God will destroy America by the hands of the Muslims. God will not give Japan or Europe the honor of bringing down the United States; this is an honor God will bestow upon Muslims. Votes: 3

If we do it, if we work to achieve all this [cultural exchange with Japan], we can and should talk about joint efforts toward ensuring international security, and not only in the Far East. Votes: 3

In Japan, it becomes a huge issue in terms of not just the government and its protest against the United States, but all different groups and all different peoples in Japan start to protest. Votes: 3

Even if I'm in Japan and I don't speak Japanese and the woman facing me doesn't speak French but she's dressed in Rykiel, and she recognizes me, then we have a common language right away. Votes: 3

I don't think anybody who is already with Donald Trump is going to be peeled off by his not knowing about NATO or why Japan does not have nuclear weapons, or things of that sort. Votes: 3

I had actually been on tour in Japan and I had my own world tour that I was doing. I was used to doing a show for an hour, so I was always learning choreography. Votes: 3

My dad and I used to watch 'Ninja Warrior' all the time back when it was in Japan. I would always say, 'I could do that,' kind of joking, but obviously kind of serious. Votes: 3

I had actually been on tour in Japan and I had my own world tour that I was doing. I was used to doing a show for an hour, so I was always learning choreography Votes: 3

I think starting in anime, like I did, gave me a good idea of how to approach games that come from Japan. Japanese developers can be very different from companies here in the western market. Votes: 3

I have to decide Japanese strategy - shall we invade Japan proper or shall we bomb and blockade? That is my hardest decision to date. But I'll make it when I have all the facts. Votes: 3

When I went to a school in Japan, they told me that both the teachers and students perform cleaning tasks here to keep the schools clean. I wondered why can't we do it in India. Votes: 3

Of all the animals which fly in the air, walk on the land, or swim in the sea, from Paris to Peru, from Japan to Rome, the most foolish animal in my opinion is man. Votes: 3

I'm very impressed that there are so many fans - not just in Japan, but here in America - that are fond of the work that I've done. I'm actually kind of embarrassed by it all. Votes: 3

One thing living in Japan did for me was to make me feel that what is left out of a work of art is as important as, if not more important than, what is put in. Votes: 3

We don't mind that we still have troops in Germany, or that we still have troops in Japan or Korea. But they are not in danger, and we know that they are in danger in Iraq. Votes: 3

Sitting on the floor of a room in Japan, looking out on a small garden with flowers blooming and dragonflies hovering in space, I suddenly felt as if I had been too long above my boots. Votes: 3

The problem of Italy is not really a question of age. Japan has an older population, and it is now in full economic recovery. The problem is that Italy is old in the structure of the society. Votes: 3

I knew I wanted to shoot in Japan early on. Years ago, we did a Japan segment in "The Community Project," and at the time I felt it was one of the better Japan segments ever captured. Votes: 3

So you set out to travel to Rome... and end up in Istanbul. You set off for Japan... and you end up on a train across Siberia. The journey, not the destination, becomes a source of wonder. Votes: 3

My first Indy 500 was one of my high points. I ended up qualifying fourth and I finished fourth. I had a win in Japan a few years later, and then qualifying for Daytona was great as well. Votes: 3

If you look at China - and frankly, Vietnam now is doing a big number, and you look at Japan and India and Mexico - Mexico's killing us at the border and they're killing us with trade. Votes: 3

I would like to hook up with one of the great Japanese filmmakers, like the master that made 'Ringu,' and I would like to take 'The Wicker Man' to Japan, except this time he's a ghost. Votes: 3

Out' was my real breakthrough, the novel that became a hit in Japan and sold a lot of books, so it was sort of an obvious choice for being the first book to be translated into English. Votes: 3

I wanted out of the navy so bad in '45, I faked homo to get a discharge. It didn't matter that the Germans surrendered, I knew we were heading to Japan and I was done with that scene. Votes: 3

I was recording stuff with my dad when I was like five, six years old. I played with him on tour. I'd gone with him to Japan in '91, played some gigs, did a couple shows at the Albert Hall. Votes: 3

The leg drop was a move that nobody really used, and nobody ever hit the ropes and jumped up really high, so I tried it out in Japan and the people loved it. That's how I came up with it. Votes: 3

I was a Air Force kid. I got out of high school and I decided to join the military. I traveled and I was international before I got home. I did my thing in Japan, and I did it on big stages. Votes: 3