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 Sunday, June 02, 2002

NYTimes: English 101: How to Handle a Thirsty, Big- Bodied Soccer Fan

The Japanese are famous for advocating proper behavior for the group. They have signs everywhere reminding everyone to be nice and things like that. It's an ingrained part of the K'ung-fu-tzu (Confucius) culture.

This article from the New York Times illustrates that tendency quite well. The idea is very refreshing and one Americans could learn from. Nonetheless, it's also good for a bit of a chuckle. Here are some example translations:

Please be careful how you translate "nomi hodai." It will be all right if you translate it as "as much as you can drink for . . . yen," but it is incorrect to say "Free Drinking." This means you are giving drinks away for free.

Even if your bar is full, that won't stop supporters trying to come in. They might buy alcohol to take outside and drink in the street or in parks, so it's a good idea to think about serving drinks in plastic cups. . . .

British people might try to tip taxi drivers, waiters and hotel staff. To refuse politely, say: "You are very kind, but tipping is not necessary in Japan."


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