[Kanji_The_Wanderer]

This is most interesting indeed. I had no idea how many different variations there were of a countries name. (A lot of those are written similar to the actual word though) I have never had the chance to learn any other language. No school I have been to offers courses to study other languages. At least not languages that appeal to me ^__^

To answer your question, yes I happen to be American. I was lucky enough to be born here.

I'm glad I finally got to find out the origin of the word "Japan". My curiosity has been satisfied now I no longer need interrupt your conversation with my inferior knowledge. Hehe