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Who made Japan’s flag?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Japanese Flag 日の丸 The flag’s origins are unknown (though the radical Buddhist priest Nichiren is sometimes credited) but the hinomaru flag dates to at least the Warring States Period of Japan’s history, in the 15th and 16th centuries. How did Japan get their flag? It is known as the hinomaru in Japanese, meaning “circle […]

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What should I avoid in Bangkok?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

10 Things NOT to Do in Bangkok Don’t… get a taxi that’s already parked. Don’t… forget to stand up during the King’s Anthem. Don’t… sit next to a monk (if you’re female) Don’t… buy rounds in a nightclub, buy a bottle! Don’t… carry your passport around. Don’t… wear shorts or a skirt to the temple. […]

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How long has there been conflict in Myanmar?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Karen conflict Date 31 January 1949 – present (72 years, 9 months and 4 weeks) Location Kayin State, Myanmar (primarily) Status Ongoing Ceasefires signed between the Karen National Union and the government of Myanmar in 2012 and 2015 When did the conflict start in Myanmar? Rohingya conflict Date Communal violence: 1942–present Insurgency: 1947–present Location Northern […]

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Is mathnasium Singapore Math?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Mathnasium Method has many elements that are similar to Singapore math. Our mission is “to make math make sense” where our goal is to have our students master math skills and not memorize them. Hours of Instruction. Sun Closed Mon 2:30 to 7:30 Tues 2:30 to 7:30 Wed 2:30 to 7:30 Thurs 2:30 to […]

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Is Indonesia richer than Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Often referred to as the world’s largest archipelago, Indonesia comprises 17,500 islands and is one of the world’s emerging markets. Whilst a small city-state, on the other hand, Singapore is ranked the 4th richest country in the world by GDP per capita (International Monetary Fund World Economic Outlook 2016). Is Indonesia a rich nation? Indonesia […]

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How did Japan get so strong?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

In the Meiji Restoration period, military and economic power was emphasized. Military strength became the means for national development and stability. Imperial Japan became the only non-Western world power and a major force in East Asia in about 25 years as a result of industrialization and economic development. How did Japan gain so much power? […]

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Is jewelry cheap in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Jewelry. The prices for jewelry are largely determined by the markets, so pure gold, silver and most precious gems won’t be any cheaper. You can save money with the lower cost of labor, though – but do your research before you choose a shop, as some places use foreigners for easy profit. How much does […]

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How did Vietnam gain independence?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In early 1945, Japan ousted the French administration in Vietnam and executed numerous French officials. When Japan formally surrendered to the Allies on September 2, 1945, Ho Chi Minh felt emboldened enough to proclaim the independent Democratic Republic of Vietnam. How did Vietnam gain independence from China? China was divided into several smaller kingdoms, and […]

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Do American IDS work in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

1 Answer. Legally speaking, there’s only one legal ID for foreigners in Japan: your passport. (Unless you’re a long-term resident of Japan, in which case your zairyu card is also OK, but these aren’t available to tourists.) Do they check ids in Japan? And yes, you need to verify your age when buying alcohol and […]

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Which superpower supported North Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

the Soviet Union. As the world’s largest communist powers, both the Soviet Union and China gave moral, logistic and military support to North Vietnam. They hoped to build and expand communism in the Asia. Who supported the North in Vietnam War? North Vietnam was supported by the Soviet Union, China, and other communist allies; South […]

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Did John F Kennedy send troops to Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Kennedy became president. In May 1961, JFK authorized sending an additional 500 Special Forces troops and military advisors to assist the pro Western government of South Vietnam. By the end of 1962, there were approximately 11,000 military advisors in South Vietnam; that year, 53 military personnel had been killed. Would JFK have sent troops to […]

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What does holding hands in Japan mean?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Holding hands usually has a romantic meaning in Japan, as it does in other parts of the world.Hand-holding seems to have two possible meanings, then, but the primary one is romantic. In one survey, 13.8% of Japanese women said that holding hands with your date is a sign you’re in a relationship. What does it […]

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Is there a minimum wage in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The 2020 and 2021 minimum wage for Bali as a province is Rp 2,494,000 (UMP Bali) which was a raise of 8.51% from the Bali UMP in 2019 at Rp 2,297,968. The nine regencies of Bali each have their own minimum wage (the UMK Bali). What is minimum wage in Bali? Average Local Salary: The […]

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Why Taiwan is called ROC?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a country in East Asia.The Republic of China, which had overthrown the Qing in 1911, took control of Taiwan on behalf of the World War II Allies following the surrender of Japan in 1945. Is Taiwan known as ROC? Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen, Matsu, and some other minor […]

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Is Vietnam a malaria zone?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Most parts of Vietnam have virtually no risk of malaria. City and resort areas, including Dalat, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang, present no risk. In the Central Highlands there is low risk of malaria. Do I need injections to go to Vietnam? Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required […]

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