Some interesting things about Japan


	Some interesting things about Japan

chris49

4-12-2008 11:46 PM

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chris49 says:

Cool Facts, like 35 more in the original website

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4-13-2008 6:43 AM

righthand

There are no 24 hour ATMs in Japan (closed on holidays and many only open during normal bank hours).

Could this be for religious reasons?

4-13-2008 8:09 AM

skwirlinator

The Japanese culture is ancient and rich. I love these trivia tidbits. It helps make a foriegn culture understandable. Nice Clip

4-14-2008 12:50 AM

chris49

thnx

4-14-2008 7:30 AM

skwirlinator

I respect the honor that drive the Japanese traditions. It gives me the same feelings as the American Indian culture does. A 'Oneness' with the natural world.

4-14-2008 7:13 PM

chris49

yea nice comment

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