Nick Ramsay

Time to learn how to get wasted -- Japanese style -- in NIHONGO! (A lesson on one of Japan's favorite past times.) Posted by gimmeabreakman in Learning Japanese | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

JR East started testing today the new generation of Shinkansen trains - E5. Posted by Muza-chan in News | Socs: 9 - Nick Ramsay

Good nutrition is essential to good health. It is never too early to teach your child the nutritional value of foods. All humans need certain nutrients in adequate amounts to stay alive. Each nutrient has a special function in the body and works together with other nutrients to maintain the growth and repair of the body’s cells and tissues. Lack any one of the required nutrients and health is risked. Without proper nutrition we cannot function at our best. In some areas of the world, it is nearly impossible to obtain needed nutrients in proper amounts. Unfortunately the people who live in these areas provide proof that maintaining a healthy body is dependent on having the nutrients the body requires. What exactly are nutrients? Nutrients are substances we get from the foods we eat that create healthy bodies. There are forty nutrients in all, divided into six groups: Carbohydrates, which contain energy Protein, for building and repairing the body Fats, which also provide energy, but in... - Nick Ramsay

It is raining in Tokyo and most of Japan today. I was planning to [...] No related posts. - Nick Ramsay

This morning I finished adding the last of the CSRF protection to Hotaru 0.9 and then gave some serious thought to whether or not I'm satisfied with... - Nick Ramsay

Japan golf is riding a new wave of popularity with Ishikawa Ryo in the [...] Related posts:Golf gains popularity with Japanese girlsGolf in ShibuyaTake Me Out To Golf - Nick Ramsay

“If you can walk, you can dance. If you can talk, you can sing.” African Proverb Kids and music go together! One of the pleasures of being in the world is the sound of clapping hands and singing voices. Humans have been making sounds and inventing ways to produce sounds since the beginning of time. Whether it is the beat of little hands on pots and pans or the discovery of being able to whistle, music is a delight to the ear and to the soul. Music is good for your child. Music: Develops listening skills Helps develop neural pathways in the brain, laying the foundation for language and math skills Allows kids to express their emotions and physical energy in healthy ways Gives children a way to connect with their natural desire for beauty, spirituality and harmony Teaches them the natural order that exists in Creation and introduces the concepts of harmony and cooperation Teaching your child the basics of music can set the stage for a lifetime of enjoying and making music! Preschool... - Nick Ramsay

The Omotesando illuminations are back after a number of years absence because they attracted too many crowds making the road too crowded for local residents and businesses. It is good to see the lights back on in Omotesando, but with the switch to eco friendly LED lights, the atmosphere seemed a little bit subdued. Related posts:Night View CarsA walk up Koen-dori - Nick Ramsay

The first in a new series highlighting interesting posts around the internet related to learning Japanese Posted by ChrisG in Learning Japanese | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

In the concrete jungle of Tokyo, there is little evidence of autumn, the few trees around my apartment tend to turn brown in fall, not red, orange or yellow. It's enough to make you believe that fall doesn't exist in Tokyo, but a visit to Yoyogi Park surprised me. Tokyo does have one, you just ha Posted by mikesblender in Nature & Outdoors | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Have you ever forgotten or lost an umbrella? Have you ever borrowed or stolen an umbrella? There seems to always be an umbrella within grasp in Yokohama. Posted by Locohama in General | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

It was a wonderful place to visit. The gardens of Chishaku In Temple. Posted by IH39 in Sightseeing | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Taking the time to teach your child the basics of government will help them understand what they hear and read about the world and world events. It doesn’t have to be done in one sitting! But having a good understanding of the world’s governments will make it easier to answer their questions as they arise. Although there was a time when government in any form did not exist, the last seven thousand years has seen the growth of government around the world. As population grew in an area, people banded together for protection, which is even today, one of the primary functions of government. Today, governments generally oversee a country or state’s economic and military activities, but also are involved in social and environmental security. Whatever the form of government, people surrender some of their personal power in exchange for a measure of security against real or perceived enemies. Most countries embrace a single form of government. Some are a blend of two or more types. The... - Nick Ramsay

Meiji chocolate have 56 flavors in their boutique chocolate range and a 100% chocolate cafe in Shinbashi Posted by shibuya246 in Food and Drink | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Where else in the world can you think "Do I want to go ice-climbing this weekend, or do I want to do some Mediterranean style (and temperature!) sea-cliffs?" and have both options within a couple of hours drive of your door? We opted for the latter. Posted by CJW in Nature & Outdoors | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Some hotels near stations in Tokyo are turning a potential disadvantage into a lucrative business opportunity! Posted by JamesBrown in General | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Here in Japan, my shoes are off my feet as often as they're on. My feet breathe all day, as do my shoes, sweet air keeping those bacterial forces at bay. This particular Japanese custom has been a godsend, a cure for my funky feet. Posted by Locohama in General | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Part 1 of an interview with Twitter user, Katie, about the methods she's used to learn and study Japanese and what led her to drop everything and move to Japan. Posted by sandkatt in Learning Japanese | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

I was in Akihabara the other day to pick up a few items and [...] Related posts:Akihabara with Danny ChooShopping for Vitamins?H&M v Uniqlo, Shibuya - Nick Ramsay

Roaming the ski resort, a nearby mine, and slack hanging ski lift, with sumptuous photos of ruin. Posted by bigreddot in Nature & Outdoors | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

A walk around my neighborhood including a visit to Koizumi Bokujo, the only dairy farm in Tokyo's 23 Wards. Posted by BlueLotus in Sightseeing | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

Some essential information for those who want a better understanding of the meanings behind this well known tourist attraction. Posted by Muza-chan in Sightseeing | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay

This week, my time will be taken up with adding cross-site request forgery protection to all the forms in Hotaru. I have a list here of 22 forms that... - Nick Ramsay

A refreshing trip to Kamakura, a place I've never been. Although not the author's first trip, a lovely post with loads of beautiful photos. Posted by illahee in Sightseeing | Socs: 8 - Nick Ramsay