what is your interest in JAPAN

dogsbody70 · (#1 (**permalink**))

I notice there are members from around the world on this forum including myself from UK.

I wonder why many people are interested in Japan.

Myself is because of my good japanese friend who inspired an interest in trying to understand HER but also the history and culture of Japan.

I have bought or borrowed many books about japan plus trying to learn the language.

manganimefan227 · (#2 (**permalink**))

USA!!

I like the anime and manga, I try to watch someon Adult Swim, but never online anymore. The culture interets me as well

seiki · (#3 (**permalink**))

My interest in japan first came from the culture. I watch anime but not much. I really just like the older culture, art, and lifestyles. What peeked my interest was this fiction book series about a samurai in training that was somewhat historically accurate.

Jaydelart · (#4 (**permalink**))

What sparked my interest in the Japanese culture was it's art: Their statues, paintings, architecture, cartoons, martial arts, etc.
I've had an appreciation for art since I was very young, and it was inevitable that I would come across Japan. It just happened I was able to relate to it and like it.

Only recently have I had a particular interest in Japanese cuisine, music, and fashion. But there it is.

evanny · (#5 (**permalink**))

im from latvia...since past 700 years (from ~1200 till ~1860) we were pretty much owned by german landlords so we dont have a culture like japan has. we do not have traditions as deep - polite language with stranges (name+sensei/chan/san), tea drinking traditions, temples and etc - thats what fascinates me about it...
we just have our own "octoberfest" at summer solstice and nation wide singing festival - here is a small preview
also im about to start asian studies programme and learning japanese at univesity.

ModusOperandi · (#6 (**permalink**))

I'm not as enthusiastic about Japan as most people around here are but I'm Interested in the cultural mannerisms and the phonetic aspects of the language....
that's about it.
I wouldn't go out of my way to visit the country for these reasons...I would do it if I get paid to do it though (teaching contract lol)

Like I said...not as enthusiastic as most. :P

El2IN · (#7 (**permalink**))

I'm from Canada. ;D
the reason why i like it is actually because of anime & manga; i used to watch so much of it.
then i managed to move onto dramas and music. i started from there and just found my way into the whole culture & language. i fell inlove. ^__^ ♥

Now i'm working on learning the language; slowly. once i'm out of high school, i'll be moving there. or atleast traveling (hopefully) so i'll be able to experience everything firsthand.

willgoestocollege · (#8 (**permalink**))

It's not just Japan but also China and Singapore. The culture and history in Asia is interesting.

GoNative · (#9 (**permalink**))

From Australia

Only 3 reasons I came to live here, snow, snow and more snow!
Many people don't realise that Japan receives some of the heaviest average snowfalls in the world, especially up here in Hokkaido. And there's not only a hell of a lot of it but it is incredible quality powder. This was my initial interest in Japan and remains one of the main reasons I have lived here for nearly 6 years.
The culture is ok I guess which is a bonus but the outdoors lifestyle in Hokkaido and the long, cold, snowy winters are the main reasons I love this place.

edelweiss · (#10 (**permalink**))

My first interest in Japan started in the late 70s when I was a kid watching anime. When I got older I was fascinated by Tokyo as a big city. Having majored in Fashion and working as a Buyer I'm drawn to the clothing (from haute to street) and the shopping found in Japan. I have collected a number of books about traditional Japanese clothing and how to construct them. I am also interested in Japanese pottery. Sometimes I think I end up going back to Japan primarily for the food.