severussnape
Filipino looking for information about Japan
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Filipino
Lives in Taguig
Speaks English, Filipino, Japanese
Registration: 30 June 2013
Learning to Speak French by tabby908
I will be moving to Paris in the next year, along with many things to get ready for, the number 1 thing I am focusing on is learning French. I took French in high (10 years ago) I have taken 1 refresher course in college and have visited a few ...
Yes, I agree. I use the free podcast Coffee Break French. :) Read More
Learning to Speak French by tabby908
I will be moving to Paris in the next year, along with many things to get ready for, the number 1 thing I am focusing on is learning French. I took French in high (10 years ago) I have taken 1 refresher course in college and have visited a few ...
Hi! I am also studying french. I used to attend classes at alliance in manille but i quit due to my busy schedule. I am now studying on my own. I use these materials: 1. michel thomas french 2. Assimil new french with ease 3. Brainscape french ... Read More
Wakeboarding in RP by Marcchelsey
Hi any expats here would like to try wakeboarding?
Hey all. There is also a wakeboard lake in Danasan Eco-adventure Park in Danao, Cebu. It is about 2 hours from Cebu City and the park can provide shuttle services for a fee. I enjoyed my time there because it was not crowded. Read More
Tagalog classes by Pedro1986
Hi all, I'm about to be prmoted at work (yay me) and since I'll be handling a team of Filinos, I'd like to learn the language. What are the best places to learn tagalog? Any good schools with several schedules that cud suit my schedule? Or are ...
Speaking a language doesnt mean you can teach it :) My husband is Pinoy but we end up fighting when he tries to teach me lol, and depending on his partners English.Agree with you 100%! I am Filipino and have been speaking Tagalog/Filipino my entire ... Read More
Banks recommended by Mike Wei
What bank would you recommend to have you money in? How do you move your money down to the Phillippines? Also what are the best places to convert your money to the peso?
Yes, transacting via BDO can be a pain. As much as possible, I do all my transactions via BPI. BDO will always be my last option. Read More
Is the Bomb Threat in Ateneo true?
Since that Ateneo bomb threat, students in other schools pulled similar stunts -- because it was exam time. Sheesh. Read More
Khmer Langauge by weiht
Hi Folks, would like to know how many of you are able to pick up khmer? How long it took you to understand and speak it? Is it easy to pick up? Just speaking it, not writing or reading.
Hi alainlychanda! Thanks so much for these! Too bad, I only got an Angkor Wat book at the market. But I might have to order from Amazon. The one from Foreign Service Institute looks great too. I've heard many people use it for other languages too. ... Read More
Places to visit in Siem Reap by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in Siem Reap, what would you suggest to discover the region? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Siem Reap, the tourist sites? How to visit the ...
Just make sure you also get the 3-day temple pass to save money. One day is USD20. But the 3-day pass is USD40, if I remember correctly. Have fun! Read More
Khmer Langauge by weiht
Hi Folks, would like to know how many of you are able to pick up khmer? How long it took you to understand and speak it? Is it easy to pick up? Just speaking it, not writing or reading.
Hello. I am not yet in Cambodia but I would like to study a bit of Khmer before taking the plunge. Please could you recommend any good audio program for Khmer? Alainlychanda, who is the author of Cambodian for Beginners? Thank you! Read More
Can I find work in Cambodia?
Thanks stumpy. I am already doing a course in English teaching and will try to get my TESOL and other certifications before the year ends. Also, just another question: is there a demand for teaching other languages? Thanks for your help :) Read More
Safety in Siem Reap by RetireCambodia
I am an older American woman traveling to Siem Reap. Will stay in a reputable hotel, do volunteer work. Is Siem Reap a safe place for a woman alone. I am home by 8 reading, not very exciting. I am from NYC so consider myself to have street smarts. ...
Hey weiht! :) I've been born and raised in Manila and while I love my city, I cannot deny that it is not very safe. Sometimes, I try to act like a thug when I am walking late at night. Female thug :) I've never been to Phnom Penh but I hope to ... Read More
Seeking job Metro Manila and meeting new friends :) Im a newbie here.. by Filipingping
Hello everyone, I'm new at this forum.. Let me tell you something about me.. My name is Michael Dayawon Dijkmans and I live in Holland at the moment.. I'm planning to move to Phils upcoming June.. I work currently as a social worker for the ...
Hello there, Filipingping! Are you looking for a job along the same line as your current job? Maybe you can look at UNjobs.org for advertisements for Manila jobs. Or what sort of work would you be willing to do? If you are fluent in another ... Read More
Self-development in the Philippines by Yousuke Tanaka
Greetings, everyone. I wonder why the people in the Philippines don't show interest for seld-development. I think that "self-development" is an indirect source to enhance the international competitive power in each country. Although I have stayed ...
Hello Tanaka-san, I agree with you and versan-san. Because of limited resources, people will prioritize earning for their day-to-day needs instead of self improvement. Limited resources will be allocated to basic needs instead. But of course there ... Read More
Wakeboarding in RP by Marcchelsey
Hi any expats here would like to try wakeboarding?
I have not tried the one in Clark, maybe I can go there by the end of this year. :) Read More
Lesser known temples by Vuceu
I'm headed to Siem Reap for a second time and have done all the bigger and most popular temples. Do you guys have any suggestions for temples that have less people are or lesser known? Thanks!
Which ones have you been to? Have you visited Kulen? (sp?) I also want to visit again in November and go around the not so popular sites. Read More
Safety in Siem Reap by RetireCambodia
I am an older American woman traveling to Siem Reap. Will stay in a reputable hotel, do volunteer work. Is Siem Reap a safe place for a woman alone. I am home by 8 reading, not very exciting. I am from NYC so consider myself to have street smarts. ...
I felt safer in Siem Reap than in my home city of Manila :) I agree with seeing a lot of tourist police roaming around. I just made sure I didn't bring valuables and only enough cash. Read More
I am looking for Part-time Teaching Online German Homebased
Hi Rchrieliz! How about also posting ads for your services in the free ads papers or Craigslist.ph? Read More
Polish or German language teachers? by oliver10
I'm looking to learn either Polish or German in Manila. Please contact me with information. Thanks, Oliver
I studied basic German at Goethe Institut. It's the best school for the German language. Highly recommended. Read More
Learning the language
Hi everyone! I just wanted to ask those who are in Japan right now...do you really have to study Japanese in order to get around, to make friends and all that? Did you have to study before you moving to Japan or did you learn after moving? Would ... Read More
Can I find work in Cambodia?
Hello everyone. I am a new member here. I've been thinking of moving to Siem Reap or Phnom Penh for long term work. I don't know if I would be suitable as an English teacher or anything else. Below is a summary of my ... Read More
Should Foreigners Spend Time Learning Philippine Languages? by tambok17
Very few foreigners learn Philippine languages yet this does not deter them from living great lives in the country, and the Filipinos totally accept the fact that they do not learn them. In the US, for example, not speaking English invites scorn ...
Well, you can try to learn it and not tell anyone about it. That way you know what they are talking about :D One Irish guy I know was tickled pink because a group of girls was talking about how cute he is in Tagalog. They didn't know he was fluent. ... Read More
What's a good 2 or 3 day, in-country, trip from Manila by wanderingsalsero
I've been in Manila for almost 18 months and, honestly, don't like it very much. What's a nice location in-country I can go to for some R&R? I haven't seen any of the beaches yet. I'd like to go someplace pretty, with fresh air, an internet ...
For eating and cool weather, I recommend Tagaytay. For surfing for beginners, San Juan La Union. For partying, dancing and all that, there's always Boracay. I'm actually going there tomorrow afternoon then flying back to Manila on Monday. Can't wait! Read More
Best Time to Visit Kyoto?
Kyoto is particularly beautiful in the spring with the blooming of the sakura and during autumn when the momiji are at their most beautiful. Nature + the temples provide a breathtaking backdrop for a group of maiko walking along the street :) Read More
How to say that I'm not responsible for the family? by Pedro1986
I'm feeling a little bit depressed lately. It has been since the beginning already, but I'm really starting to dislike/hate it that I'm sometimes doubting if I'm starting to hate the family. My wife is Filipina and the longer the more her family ...
This aspect of our culture is extremely embarrassing and I personally hate it. There are many great advises in this thread and I hope you will all be successful in implementing them :) Read More
New in Manila by Physalis
Hi, I'm expatriate coming from Germany. Originally I'm from Turkey. I would be more than happy if you say hi too..
Welcome to the Philippines. I hope you will have fun here :) Read More
I can answer food questions
Hi CookinginJapan! I love Japanese food and one of the things I love to make at home is Japanese curry rice. I always use the square curry roux from S&B but I would like to try using curry powder for a change. How do I do this? Thank you :) Read More
5 good reasons for living in Japan by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Japan, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
^ I have exactly the same reasons :D Maybe my 6th reason is that I really love the culture so much. Read More
How do i organise ?
Also, what do you wish to do when you move to Japan? Have you got a particular field that you are interested in? :) Read More
Travel advice - Tokyo and more by jbtheou
Hello everyone, I am new here. I just arrived from France, and I stay in Tokyo for 6 months (Intern). I looking for good advice to visit Tokyo and Japan. I have already visit Shinjuku, Harajuku, Shibuya. Do not hesite ;) Thanking you in advance ...
Since you would be staying for several months, Hokkaido is not to be missed. Osaka too for the sights and the FOOD :D Read More
Kyoto in October ^^ Help, please! by VanessaCzyou
Hello, My name is Vanessa, I am from Paris, France, and I'm a young worker in the Portuguese Consulate here in town. I am going to take a "gap year" to go studying the Japanese language in Kyoto, at the NIHONGO Center (international school). So ...
If you are keen on getting used to Japan living right away, why not live with a Japanese family on a homestay arrangement? :) Homestayweb.com and homestayinjapan.com are sites where you can find suitable homes and arrangements. Depending on the ... Read More