AUGUST 1999 QUESTIONS
- (Carolyn, USA)
I'm a third grade teacher interested in forming a "sister school"
exchange through e-mail with a Japanese elementary school.
Try this page on the Konet World Web site that provides a list of
schools for potential exchange activities.
- (William)
What kind of plants and animals are found in Japan?
Go to the Q & A section of our page on Nature
and Climate.
- (Jody, USA)
What kinds of gifts do people receive in Japan when they get married?
Unlike in America, for example, where gifts such as household items
are common, in Japan it is much more common to give a gift of money.
The amount can vary--from 10,000 to 50,000 yen (100 to 500 hundred
U.S. dollars) or even more.
- (Jack, Australia)
Who is the current prime minister of Japan?
The the current prime minister is Keizo Obuchi, who was elected in
July 1998.
- (Rebecca)
How can I find out about some of the recycling activities going
on in Japan?
Take a look at our Eco Kids section
to read about what Japanese youths are doing to preserve our environment.
- (Orion, Western Samoa)
What is the Japanese national anthem called?
The Japanese national anthem, which only became officially recognized
as such in 1999, is called "Kimigayo." The national flag, by the way,
was also just officially established in 1999 and is called the Hinomaru.
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