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This is just one man's opinion, but the OP really hasn't said anything yet. I think we shouldn't respond to him him further until he gives us something to respond to first.
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This is just one man's opinion, but the OP really hasn't said anything yet. I think we shouldn't respond to him him further until he gives us something to respond to first.
I've got a sleeping giant in my pants if it helps.
original poster................What's the " O P " ?
OP can refer to two things.What's the " O P " ?
Once more I'll ask: what aspects of Japanese culture are being aggressively spread, in what way, and (I'll add) to what end, do you think?
Thanks DB and MO:OP can refer to two things.
It can either refer to the opening post or the person who posted it.
Opening Post (O.P.)
Opening Poster (O.P.)
Or you may replace "opening" with "original" if you prefer.
Kyoto Returnee, I wish I had your problem. My little giant hasn't had need to wake up in so long that I wonder if he even remembers what "consciousness" is like at all!
If I appear trollish, that's your perception, since it was never my intent. I was, of course, aware of the response I might provoke, but threats won't convince me to censor myself.Godwind san. I suggest that you do as you have been asked to. Otherwise, you may come off looking quite trollish in nature, which is something that hasn't worked well here on the forum in the past, and probably won't in the future, either.
62 yearsput a concrete number of years
Employ a dictionary.describe the verb 'employ'
Based on existing replies, it's apparently understood, so that would be again redundant.define and give example of what 'cultural imperialism' means here
Read my second post in this thread.and give examples of what 'under guise of seeming innocence' can be construed to be.
It's your perception that we're engaged in a formal debate, not mine. If my alleged argumentation were truly invalid, it would be unnecessary to defend yourself to this extent, yet you do.You have given a premise which is about as empty as any can be, and then have asked a question which pressumes that premise to have been accepted by the audience. If there is any example of invalid argumentation, this is surely one.
The information that nice gaijin seeks has been provided.Please answer concretely to those who have asked you to do so above !!
Then why did you say "please"?AND...I do not mean 'maybe'
I don't consume caffeine, which tea contains, and if possible, I try to avoid subjecting my skin to UV radiation. It's unlikely that I would be engaged in either of those activities. Regardless, this is an ad hominem attack, which constitutes your aforementioned "invalid argumentation". Don't expect me to take your advice on debate when you blatantly contradict yourself in this manner.after a cup of tea or two, or a little more soaking up of the sunshine.
That's your perception.If I may answer before MadameP, it was you Godwind who implied that it was bad with your first post.
I'm indifferent to subjectivism.To write words like "under the guise" and "seeming innocence" pretty much point to the so-called cultural imperialism having a hidden agenda, and that's not exactly considered a positive thing.
If the perceived "sensationalistic remark" had been in obvious praise and/or compatible with your own opinions, you would likely be saying the complete opposite. However, I agree that I should be more prudent with sensitive topics, but your calling me a troll won't inspire me to do that in the future.I also agree with Mars Man (a moderator here). Your whole post smacks of trollism. People who truly want to discuss things don't just open fire with a sensationalistic remark and then dodge answers. Trolls do.
The objective definition, as commonly understood, is my understanding.What is "cultural imperialism" to you?
If I directly answer, it'll reflect poorly on you. I ask that you reread the original post, because the agenda in question is directly stated therein.What is the "campaign"? In other words, give examples.
Look above.And, just what hidden agenda are you implying with your "under the guise" remark?
You nor anyone else is obligated to respond to me, so I don't understand how you'll be forced. In any case, if you must respond, there won't be problems if you don't respond negatively.Go ahead, spit it out, or we'll be forced to try reading your mind, and that only wastes time and creates problems.
It challenges their preconceived notions; people are conservative by nature. In addition, because Japanese culture may largely define their identities, any perceived attack on Japanese culture is interpreted as a personal attack by association.I really don't know why some are taking this thread so seriously.
Yes, but then it would be obvious and thus less effective. It's much easier to damage your enemy when they don't anticipate the attack--and more devastating.Even if Japan was planning some sort of imperialist cultural takeover, I'm sure it could be done far more effectively than with manga, video games and automobiles.
I'm questioning the motive in devoting so many resources to productivity when it's in gross excess of what's required for acceptable sustainability, especially when Japan has a history of sacrificing environmental integrity to accelerate economic progess. Why damage yourself in order to conquer another, economically or not, when the other is no true threat to your safety? In this case, there's a deficit of gain in doing so, unless something greater, which exceeds the combined value of all contributed resources, offset by minor gains, is to be gained in succeeding.Japan makes electronic and other such goods that are shipped across the world and, yes, competes with other nations companies to sell more, be bigger and be more successful....it's called business. The whole world does it. If you are really worried about takeover by productivity, I'd worry more about China, not Japan.
Interesting. Good post.No, not really.
I think a lot of this imperialism stems from the old school which won't be around for ever.
The generations in Japan are very different and I believe in 20 years time, Japan will be a totally different place to what it is today.