Again, I've been thinking a lot about Japanese society, Japanese Company since I'm looking for a job right now.
My girl friend who works in one of the biggest and intelligent company in Japan, work a lot. Too much. It's okay if she's enjoying it or getting paid well. But the thing is, even though she works till 10 pm, she doesn't get over paid. (usual working hour is until 6 pm) It's not because her boss says you cannot do that. It's because the whole atmosphere, the company culture makes her not declaring over time. Another friend of mine (same age) who works in Panasonic got ill because... I think too much working. Make you work a lot, stress, pressure etc... If you get paid very well, maybe MAYBE you can survive but if no, you know what happens.
Aug 31, 2007
Aug 30, 2007
The most beautiful sky I've ever seen
Australia was not much impressive but one thing that is really really beautiful is the sky. Seriously, I've never seen such a beautiful sky like here. Everyday clear blue sky, amazing sunset... breathtaking.
Ayer's Rock (Uluru)
Because of the VISA expiration, we had to get out from Indonesia, so we chose the closest country... Australia. From Bali to Darwin, it's only 3 hours. Australia was very expensive for backpackers. We were thinking to stay for a while but we only stayed for 10 days just to see this famous rock, Ayer's Rock.
Aug 24, 2007
3 Mixed Culture
Malaysia is a very interesting country. It might not have much things to see but there is no other country that has 3 culture mixed so well without any conflict. If you look in the streets, you'll see people with scarf on head, indian costume, and Chinese girl in a short skirt.
Malay 65% (Muslim), Chinese 25% (Buddism or Christian) and Indian 10% (Hindu or Christian). Because Malay is considered to be the native and Chinese and Indians are immigrants, law is based on Malay's religion "Muslim". My friend, who is Chinese Malaysian, told me that Malay people has many advantages conpared to other race. One of the benefit is financial benefits. For example, when they buy a land or house, Malay people get 5% discount. When you go to the bank, Malay gets more interests than non-Malay.
Can you believe this? So I asked him "They are all born in Malaysia which means all same Malaysians. How come they are treated different?" He said "We are same nationality but different race." Then I asked " Aren't Chinese or Indians angry and do a protest or something? No jealousy or hatred?" The answer was "No." He explained that the rules are set like this so that everyone will understand that Malaysia belongs to Malays. Chinese and Indian Malaysians accept this and are happy as they are. There are no conflict, that's why this country is very peaceful country, he said.
He also told me that there are good things for non-Malays about the financial benefits to Malay. Since Malay has beneifts, they get lazy to work. They don't try hard to earn money. On the other hand, Chinese and Indians work hard. In fact, most of the richest person in Malaysia is Chinese-Malaysian.
One more thing that I was curious. "Can Malay, Chinese and Indian marry each other?" "Yes, but if you marry to Malay, you have to be Muslim. There is no choise." Becoming Muslim means no alchohol, no pork, no sex until marrige, no showing skins, fasting, praying 5 times a day. To me, it seems like there are too many restrictions that you cannot enjoy your life as much as you can. but I guess if you are born like that, haven't experienced to drink alchohol, then you won't need it. Sex (or cigarrete is bettery example maybe) is the same thing, right? Once you've experienced, you know the taste that you have to do it agian.
Oh, but unfortunately Muslim do have sex before marrige, do have an affair too. Not everyone but few. Of course it's a hidden secret. I guess all men are same no matter which nationality, race or religion!? Tell me your opinion guys!
Malay 65% (Muslim), Chinese 25% (Buddism or Christian) and Indian 10% (Hindu or Christian). Because Malay is considered to be the native and Chinese and Indians are immigrants, law is based on Malay's religion "Muslim". My friend, who is Chinese Malaysian, told me that Malay people has many advantages conpared to other race. One of the benefit is financial benefits. For example, when they buy a land or house, Malay people get 5% discount. When you go to the bank, Malay gets more interests than non-Malay.
Can you believe this? So I asked him "They are all born in Malaysia which means all same Malaysians. How come they are treated different?" He said "We are same nationality but different race." Then I asked " Aren't Chinese or Indians angry and do a protest or something? No jealousy or hatred?" The answer was "No." He explained that the rules are set like this so that everyone will understand that Malaysia belongs to Malays. Chinese and Indian Malaysians accept this and are happy as they are. There are no conflict, that's why this country is very peaceful country, he said.
He also told me that there are good things for non-Malays about the financial benefits to Malay. Since Malay has beneifts, they get lazy to work. They don't try hard to earn money. On the other hand, Chinese and Indians work hard. In fact, most of the richest person in Malaysia is Chinese-Malaysian.
One more thing that I was curious. "Can Malay, Chinese and Indian marry each other?" "Yes, but if you marry to Malay, you have to be Muslim. There is no choise." Becoming Muslim means no alchohol, no pork, no sex until marrige, no showing skins, fasting, praying 5 times a day. To me, it seems like there are too many restrictions that you cannot enjoy your life as much as you can. but I guess if you are born like that, haven't experienced to drink alchohol, then you won't need it. Sex (or cigarrete is bettery example maybe) is the same thing, right? Once you've experienced, you know the taste that you have to do it agian.
Oh, but unfortunately Muslim do have sex before marrige, do have an affair too. Not everyone but few. Of course it's a hidden secret. I guess all men are same no matter which nationality, race or religion!? Tell me your opinion guys!
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
This is my second time visiting K.L. When i was in high school, we had this exchange program with our sister school in K.L. so I went there for 2 weeks. I was staying in a host family and guess what, I met them again! wow, 9 years since last time we met! My host buddy, Elena, became very beautiful and her brother grew up a lot. Their parents hasn't changed a bit. It is very nice to see then again. It's quite amazing to keep in touch since high school. I'm sure we'll meet again. Don't know when but sometime, somewhere. untill then, keep in touch!
Melaka
Pulau Tioman
Aug 22, 2007
Thai People
Thai people are so royal to the king. When I arrived, it was the king's birthday and people are encouraged to wear king's color "yellow" the whole month. Surprisingly, everyone was wearing yellow. If this was in Japan, no one will wear it. The first day I was walking down the street and saw everyone in yellow, I felt like I was in a wired world wondering what was going on.
Bangkok Karaoke is more advanced than Japan! This is in a shopping mall and you pay by how many songs you want to sing. I think it was about 20 cents per song. It's a great idea! Girls can do shopping for hours and hours but they get tired. With this, you can sit, rest and sing at the same time. It is cheaper than going into a cafe. 10 min rest & singing, go shopping again!
Another surprising thing. In Thailand, many things are restricted to show on TV. Sex scenes are normal, but even people smoking cigarretes and holding guns, they obscure them so that you can't see. People's smoking in the streets and cover to show on TV? I can't understand this. Plus, you can't enjoy the TV if you cover too many scenes. I wonder how much you can see if you watch Sharon Stone movie.
Aug 21, 2007
Thailand
Koh Phi Phi
Koh Phangan
In this island, there is this famous party called "Full Moon Party". Held once every month when there's a full moon at the beach. It's supposed to be some kind of religious ceremony but now it's only a tourist attraction. This party is really really crazy. Beach is packed with drunk people, clubs, music, dance, drugs etc... This is the craziest party I've ever been. Here, the drinks are a bucket that has one whole small bottle of liquer and one can of soda. This is only $5. No wonder everyone's so drunk. One bucket is enough to make you crazy. There is also a party called "Half Moon Party" which is held in the jungle also once a month. That means there's a big party every other week. But here, everynight is a party. Just that full moon and half moon party are more crowded than crowded. If you like crazy party, this is the place.
Bangkok
Koh Phangan
In this island, there is this famous party called "Full Moon Party". Held once every month when there's a full moon at the beach. It's supposed to be some kind of religious ceremony but now it's only a tourist attraction. This party is really really crazy. Beach is packed with drunk people, clubs, music, dance, drugs etc... This is the craziest party I've ever been. Here, the drinks are a bucket that has one whole small bottle of liquer and one can of soda. This is only $5. No wonder everyone's so drunk. One bucket is enough to make you crazy. There is also a party called "Half Moon Party" which is held in the jungle also once a month. That means there's a big party every other week. But here, everynight is a party. Just that full moon and half moon party are more crowded than crowded. If you like crazy party, this is the place.
Bangkok
Aug 20, 2007
Kingdom of Cambodia
Phunom Penh
7 hours by bus from H.C.M.C. I arrived in the capital of Cambodia. People eat everything here. Cockroach, grass hopper, spider, rats, some wired plant etc... wow. It was the poorest country I've visited but people didn't look that unhappy. When you meet their eyes, people smile. In China, this would not happen. In Vietnam, if you don't give money, people will be unfriendly. Here, even though you don't buy anything, people will still smile at you.
Angkor Wat
This was amazing. People should go once in their life time. Angkor Wat is actually one of the temple in the Angkor Park and there are a lot more temples around. The park is extremely huge that you need a car of a moto to go around. Tourist usully hire a car or a taxi. The entrance fee is $20 for one day pass, $40 for 3 days and $60 for 1 week. One day is definately not enough, 3 days are good. This is very very expensive in Cambodia but I noticed later that Cambodians are free to enter. Very poor country but very expensive for tourist. Please enjoy the pictures!
7 hours by bus from H.C.M.C. I arrived in the capital of Cambodia. People eat everything here. Cockroach, grass hopper, spider, rats, some wired plant etc... wow. It was the poorest country I've visited but people didn't look that unhappy. When you meet their eyes, people smile. In China, this would not happen. In Vietnam, if you don't give money, people will be unfriendly. Here, even though you don't buy anything, people will still smile at you.
Angkor Wat
This was amazing. People should go once in their life time. Angkor Wat is actually one of the temple in the Angkor Park and there are a lot more temples around. The park is extremely huge that you need a car of a moto to go around. Tourist usully hire a car or a taxi. The entrance fee is $20 for one day pass, $40 for 3 days and $60 for 1 week. One day is definately not enough, 3 days are good. This is very very expensive in Cambodia but I noticed later that Cambodians are free to enter. Very poor country but very expensive for tourist. Please enjoy the pictures!
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