http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanbok
Hanbok (South Korea) or Chosŏn-ot (North Korea) is the traditional Korean dress. It is characterized by vibrant colors and simple lines without pockets. Although the term literally means "Korean clothing", hanbok today often refers specifically to Joseon Dynasty-style semi-formal or formal wear that is worn during traditional festivals or celebrations.
2007年7月11日水曜日
Korean traditional alcoholic ～Makgeolli～
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makgeolli
Makgeolli, also known as takju, is a traditional alcoholic beverage native to Korea. It is made by fermenting a mixture of boiled rice and water, and is about 6.5–7% alcohol by volume. It was originally quite popular among farmers. Additionally, makkoli is used during ancestral rites in Korea. Commercially, makkoli is most commonly available in aseptic box containers. As it is an unfiltered beverage, it is generally shaken before drinking as the cloudy white portion tends to settle to the bottom, leaving a pale yellow, clear liquid on top.
Makgeolli, also known as takju, is a traditional alcoholic beverage native to Korea. It is made by fermenting a mixture of boiled rice and water, and is about 6.5–7% alcohol by volume. It was originally quite popular among farmers. Additionally, makkoli is used during ancestral rites in Korea. Commercially, makkoli is most commonly available in aseptic box containers. As it is an unfiltered beverage, it is generally shaken before drinking as the cloudy white portion tends to settle to the bottom, leaving a pale yellow, clear liquid on top.
Indian culture ～how to use hands～
http://www.indax.com/trculture.html
A very important, yet subtle, factor in India is avoiding the use of your left hand when interacting with others. In India, you use your left hand to clean yourself after using the toilet so it has extremely negative associations. Using your right hand only is one of the easiest things for Westerners to forget to do, but it makes a difference. A friend who has been coming to India for more than a decade, but only recently made it a point to only use his right hand, said he really noticed how much people appreciated him making an attempt. It may mean a bit of extra effort at first, but it will be appreciated, and will soon become automatic. Even if you are left handed, try and adjust as much as possible.
A very important, yet subtle, factor in India is avoiding the use of your left hand when interacting with others. In India, you use your left hand to clean yourself after using the toilet so it has extremely negative associations. Using your right hand only is one of the easiest things for Westerners to forget to do, but it makes a difference. A friend who has been coming to India for more than a decade, but only recently made it a point to only use his right hand, said he really noticed how much people appreciated him making an attempt. It may mean a bit of extra effort at first, but it will be appreciated, and will soon become automatic. Even if you are left handed, try and adjust as much as possible.
the history of Kimuchi
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimchi
The history of kimchi traces back to ancient times. References to kimchi can be found as early as 2600-3000 years ago. The first text-written evidence of its existence can be found in the first Chinese poetry book, ShiKyung. The earliest form of kimchi consisted of only salted vegetables. It was in the 12th century when people began to include other spices to create different flavors, such as sweet and sour savor, and colors of kimchi, such as white and orange. It is also interesting to note that chili peppers, now a standard ingredient in kimchi, were unknown in Korea until the early 17th century. Chili peppers originated from New World and were introduced to East Asia by western traders. This particular style of kimchi made with chili peppers and baechu, a variety of Chinese cabbage, gained popularily in the 19th century and this baechu kimchi continues to be the most common and popular form of kimchi today.
The history of kimchi traces back to ancient times. References to kimchi can be found as early as 2600-3000 years ago. The first text-written evidence of its existence can be found in the first Chinese poetry book, ShiKyung. The earliest form of kimchi consisted of only salted vegetables. It was in the 12th century when people began to include other spices to create different flavors, such as sweet and sour savor, and colors of kimchi, such as white and orange. It is also interesting to note that chili peppers, now a standard ingredient in kimchi, were unknown in Korea until the early 17th century. Chili peppers originated from New World and were introduced to East Asia by western traders. This particular style of kimchi made with chili peppers and baechu, a variety of Chinese cabbage, gained popularily in the 19th century and this baechu kimchi continues to be the most common and popular form of kimchi today.
Japanese Bath
http://www.japaneselifestyle.com.au/culture/ofuro.html
Taking a bath has always been an integral part of Japanese life. In the past, Japanese people enjoyed the daily ritual with their friends and neighbours in a public bath (the sento) or in a hot spring bath (the onsen). It was not until the middle of this century that the provision of a water supply made it possible for most people to have a private ofuro, although the onsen and the sento remain popular for many Japanese people.
Taking a bath has always been an integral part of Japanese life. In the past, Japanese people enjoyed the daily ritual with their friends and neighbours in a public bath (the sento) or in a hot spring bath (the onsen). It was not until the middle of this century that the provision of a water supply made it possible for most people to have a private ofuro, although the onsen and the sento remain popular for many Japanese people.
Samurai
http://www.japaneselifestyle.com.au/culture/samurai.html
The word samurai has its origins in the pre-Heian period Japan when it was pronounced saburai, meaning servant or attendant. It was not until the early modern period, namely the Azuchi-momoyama period and darly Edo period of the late 16th and early 17th centuries that the word saburai became substituted with samurai. However, by then, the meaning had already long before changed. The term samurai now usually refers to warrior nobility, not, for example, ashigaru or foot soldiers.
The word samurai has its origins in the pre-Heian period Japan when it was pronounced saburai, meaning servant or attendant. It was not until the early modern period, namely the Azuchi-momoyama period and darly Edo period of the late 16th and early 17th centuries that the word saburai became substituted with samurai. However, by then, the meaning had already long before changed. The term samurai now usually refers to warrior nobility, not, for example, ashigaru or foot soldiers.
Yukata ～ the summer casual kimono ～
http://www.japaneselifestyle.com.au/fashion/yukata_kimono.html
The yukata is a casual light cotton kimono for wearing in summer. Today, these kimonos are mainly worn to the traditional Bon-Odori and summer festivals. The name yukata comes from the word “yu”(bath) and “katabira”(under clothing). in the Heian era, court nobels wore linen “yukata” whichwere draped loosely after taking a bath. The yukata was later also worn by the public when public bath became a popular recreation in Japan. The yuklata is widely worn as a casual wear in summer, as well as in festivals.
The yukata is a casual light cotton kimono for wearing in summer. Today, these kimonos are mainly worn to the traditional Bon-Odori and summer festivals. The name yukata comes from the word “yu”(bath) and “katabira”(under clothing). in the Heian era, court nobels wore linen “yukata” whichwere draped loosely after taking a bath. The yukata was later also worn by the public when public bath became a popular recreation in Japan. The yuklata is widely worn as a casual wear in summer, as well as in festivals.
ichiro leads American league to all star win.
http://edition.cnn.com/2007/SPORT/07/11/baseball.allstar.reut/index.html
The first inside-the-park home run in All-Star Game history from Ichiro Suzuki helped the American League beat the National League 5-4 in the annual Major League showcase on Tuesday. The AL withstood a two-run home run by Alfonso Soriano of the Chicago Cubs and then three straight walks with two out in the bottom of the ninth before Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez got Aaron Rowand of the Phillies to fly out to right to end the game. The victory gives the American League representative in the 2007 World Series the extra home game in the best-of-seven series, and was the American League's 10th consecutive win since 1996
The first inside-the-park home run in All-Star Game history from Ichiro Suzuki helped the American League beat the National League 5-4 in the annual Major League showcase on Tuesday. The AL withstood a two-run home run by Alfonso Soriano of the Chicago Cubs and then three straight walks with two out in the bottom of the ninth before Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez got Aaron Rowand of the Phillies to fly out to right to end the game. The victory gives the American League representative in the 2007 World Series the extra home game in the best-of-seven series, and was the American League's 10th consecutive win since 1996
soft bank adds most users for 2nd time
http://www.asahi.com/english/Herald-asahi/TKY200707070099.html
softbank mobile corp. Topped the cell phone industry in net subscriber increase for the second consecutive month in June. The new contracts minus cancellations came to 204800 exceeding the200000 mark for the first time since April 2003, when the company was known as J-phone Co. Softbank mobile said its new billing plan introduced in June, which offers free calls among family members as long as they subscribe to the career, is attracting new customers. In June, KDDIcorp’s net subscriber growth was 133200 and NTT DoCoMo inc’s came to 88800. Softbank’s lead over its two larger rivals widened from May. Softbank Mobile beat KDDI and DoCoMo in net subscriber growth in May for the first time since the industry association began compiling statistics in 1996. KDDI led the industry in net subscriber growth from August to April.
softbank mobile corp. Topped the cell phone industry in net subscriber increase for the second consecutive month in June. The new contracts minus cancellations came to 204800 exceeding the200000 mark for the first time since April 2003, when the company was known as J-phone Co. Softbank mobile said its new billing plan introduced in June, which offers free calls among family members as long as they subscribe to the career, is attracting new customers. In June, KDDIcorp’s net subscriber growth was 133200 and NTT DoCoMo inc’s came to 88800. Softbank’s lead over its two larger rivals widened from May. Softbank Mobile beat KDDI and DoCoMo in net subscriber growth in May for the first time since the industry association began compiling statistics in 1996. KDDI led the industry in net subscriber growth from August to April.
Wii overwhelms PS3 in domestic sales
http://www.asahi.com/english/Herald-asahi/TKY200707050081.html
the Wii video game console of Nintendo Co. outsold rival Play Station 3 of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. 3 to 1 in domestic sales in the first half of this year. according to video game magazine publisher Enterbrain Inc. about 1.77 milion Wii models were sold, Play Station 3s.
the Wii video game console of Nintendo Co. outsold rival Play Station 3 of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. 3 to 1 in domestic sales in the first half of this year. according to video game magazine publisher Enterbrain Inc. about 1.77 milion Wii models were sold, Play Station 3s.
2007年5月17日木曜日
Two Koreas take historic rail trip.
http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/05/15/korea.trains.reut/index.html
North and South Korea will send trains across their heavily armed border on Thursday for the first time since 1950-1953 war. To entice the North to allow the crossing, South Korea has offered some $80million in aid for its light industries. In fact, The two Koreas, still technically still at war because their conflict ended only in truce, have lived with a razor wire and land-mine strewn border dividing the peninsula for decades and over 1 million troops near a demilitarized buffer zone. However, eventually the two Koreas head toward together. South Korea said it wants to send passengers and cargo into China and Russia and link with the Trans-Siberian railway.
North and South Korea will send trains across their heavily armed border on Thursday for the first time since 1950-1953 war. To entice the North to allow the crossing, South Korea has offered some $80million in aid for its light industries. In fact, The two Koreas, still technically still at war because their conflict ended only in truce, have lived with a razor wire and land-mine strewn border dividing the peninsula for decades and over 1 million troops near a demilitarized buffer zone. However, eventually the two Koreas head toward together. South Korea said it wants to send passengers and cargo into China and Russia and link with the Trans-Siberian railway.
2007年5月11日金曜日
British prime minister announced his resignation.
http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/05/10/blair.announcement/index.html
British prime minister, Tony Blair will resign as prime minister and Labour Party leader on June 27. He has been prime minister of British for just 10years. Many people say the reason he resign PM is that Iraq war , Labor campaign donor probe have damaged his political fortunes.
And Powerful Treasury chief Gordon Brown, is expected to succeed Blair in late June. Brown is 56 years old and from scotland. American president, bushsupports Brown. he said he looks forward to meeting with Brown, who he called "an open and engaging person" who "understands the consequences of failure" in Iraq.
British prime minister, Tony Blair will resign as prime minister and Labour Party leader on June 27. He has been prime minister of British for just 10years. Many people say the reason he resign PM is that Iraq war , Labor campaign donor probe have damaged his political fortunes.
And Powerful Treasury chief Gordon Brown, is expected to succeed Blair in late June. Brown is 56 years old and from scotland. American president, bushsupports Brown. he said he looks forward to meeting with Brown, who he called "an open and engaging person" who "understands the consequences of failure" in Iraq.
2007年4月27日金曜日
Studying business in a war zone
http://edition.cnn.com/2007/BUSINESS/04/16/execed.iraq/index.html
This article says that solders in Iraq continued to study MBA under the war. The solder’s name is Joel Parker who belongs to the U.S Army’s 3rd Brigade. He stared to study MBA in America before being posted to Iraq. And, he will attend graduation ceremony in less than three weeks by watching a live Internet broadcast.He says “Everyone has a means of mental escape. I’m just choosing to use my time to complete my degree.” Then, he wants to be an example for other people serving in a war zone. He hopes others will follow.
This article says that solders in Iraq continued to study MBA under the war. The solder’s name is Joel Parker who belongs to the U.S Army’s 3rd Brigade. He stared to study MBA in America before being posted to Iraq. And, he will attend graduation ceremony in less than three weeks by watching a live Internet broadcast.He says “Everyone has a means of mental escape. I’m just choosing to use my time to complete my degree.” Then, he wants to be an example for other people serving in a war zone. He hopes others will follow.
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