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    Maybe some one can shed a light or light has already been shed. But I would like to know just what is it about Japanese women that make them more attractive then American girls here in Japan? Please be blunt! 

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    You see what you just did there/ You just placed a can of worms on the table for someone to open up?

    FYI My wife is American and she pretty damn hot sir...(She's half Asian too lol)
    I am whats known as MANTASTIC!!!

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    It's because of the sexy Japanese school girl who was in Kill Bill and was recently focused in Metropolis Magazine (just kidding, kind of).

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    Posted By Primemas on 25 Feb 2010 09:00 PM
    You see what you just did there/ You just placed a can of worms on the table for someone to open up?

    FYI My wife is American and she pretty damn hot sir...(She's half Asian too lol)


















    LOL!!! I know... but inquiring minds want to know!

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    Number of American women in Japan < number of Japanese women in Japan.

    Numbers game, especially if you live off-base in an average neighborhood, and learn some Nihongo. You are more likely to run into a Japanese girl, and they are more likely to find you exotic.

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    It's because it's a different world and a different culture that they come from, which may be more attractive to some men. The school girl stuff is really cute (I'm jealous, I wish I could have worn that type of uniform to school...)! They are also more deferential to men, which can be a turn on to men.
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    It starts here: they're more approachable. Try it sometime. Go up to a Japanese woman and talk to her. They'll actually talk to you. Now go up to an American woman and try to talk to her. Hmmm.... how do I explain it nicely? I can't.
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    Posted By KeithJ on 26 Feb 2010 11:25 AM
    It starts here: they're more approachable. Try it sometime. Go up to a Japanese woman and talk to her. They'll actually talk to you. Now go up to an American woman and try to talk to her. Hmmm.... how do I explain it nicely? I can't.

    Ha Ha Ha, so true !!!   very well put.

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    Posted By KeithJ on 26 Feb 2010 11:25 AM
    It starts here: they're more approachable. Try it sometime. Go up to a Japanese woman and talk to her. They'll actually talk to you. Now go up to an American woman and try to talk to her. Hmmm.... how do I explain it nicely? I can't.

    I'm sorry your methods haven't worked with American women.  However, if all of us were unapproachable to conversation with strangers, no women would be married.  Maybe you're just approaching the wrong ones.

    Approaching Japanese women is a win/win situation.  You get to talk to a pretty young woman, and they get to talk to a westerner and practice their English.

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    Methods..? you can try a simple "hello.." and it stops there. I'm sure Keith didn't mean ALL were unapproachable, just in general, or in comparison to women in other countries.

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    Very simple. They are here and we are here. Hormones take care of the rest. ( In my case it was past tense but you get the idea.) I am convinced that most if not all of us would have done the same thing if the Navy had sent us to Korea, Thailand, Australia, Europe or San Diego. Young men will seek out young women regardless of the geography. It's all biological. All that stuff about the allure of a mysterious and exotic damsel from another culture doesn't matter.

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    Wait, you mean that males and females will meet to socialize, copulate and satisfy their urges regardless of geographical location? Is this some sort of law of nature or something?
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    OMG, yes of course! We may have stumbled upon a new revelation in the field of Sociology. Let's schedule a press conference.

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    U are living in Japan so the Japanese girls are more attractive to you but as soon as u step back into America, u want an American girl.... LOL..... Anyway, its all about prefrence..

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    Posted By Pretnpink on 26 Feb 2010 06:54 PM
    U are living in Japan so the Japanese girls are more attractive to you but as soon as u step back into America, u want an American girl.... LOL..... Anyway, its all about prefrence..
    no, went back to the states and still picked up all the Japanese that were in San Diego. Man I miss my brothers apartment next to San Diego College...lol

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    U need to marry u a Japanese girls!!!!! Do it!

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    nope, i'll just impregnate 1.

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    or 10.
    Warning: Eventually, I WILL say something that offends you. This is perfectly normal. My recommendation: get over it.

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    They are also more deferential to men



    Ahhh, yes.... 20 year old stereotypes! FTW!!!!

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    I actually took a class on this in college. American women have had a lot of femininity bread out of them. blame the 60's. after that American women as a whole, no longer took pride in their clothes, we dont make our own clothes anymore so we rely solely on external fashion trends. when was the last time you wore a designer outfit that you didn't buy at Macys or Pennys? American women are certainly no longer meek. Also, and hold your breath....There are far too few attractive navy wives! They are mostly fat. Yeah, i said it, get over it. Fat, Fat, Fat. Men are visual. they like to see a fit woman, no matter her ethnicity. I can always appreciate a good looking woman even if she has those famous japanese teeth.

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    LOL, Thank God, Im in shape. I will never let myself go...NO WAY!!!!!!

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    LOLLLLLLL, can anyone say Harsh. OMG. Would anyone dare to factor in that BECAUSE some men, and I did say SOME, have become accustomed to getting attention because they are western, that they loose a little bit of their need to charm, or be a little less self proclaiming "mantastic", (even though I find you incredibly amusing, and no offense intended). Could it be that American women understand the mentality of the American man, we have after all, been fathered by them, grown up with them as brothers, live by them as neighbors, and work with them as bosses or employees. Could it be that knowing this species like we do, we are purposely discerning and as free, independent, and equal, chose to partner with those of you who understand the perks of partnering with us. Just sayin and with a GREAT BIG OLE SMILE. My man is DIVINE! And I am greatful for him, and make sure he knows and understands every day that my world is better because he is in it.

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    Oh, and I think Japanese women are spectacular too

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    Posted By tulipsonly on 27 Feb 2010 08:00 AM
    LOLLLLLLL, can anyone say Harsh. OMG. Would anyone dare to factor in that BECAUSE some men, and I did say SOME, have become accustomed to getting attention because they are western, that they loose a little bit of their need to charm, or be a little less self proclaiming "mantastic", (even though I find you incredibly amusing, and no offense intended). Could it be that American women understand the mentality of the American man, we have after all, been fathered by them, grown up with them as brothers, live by them as neighbors, and work with them as bosses or employees. Could it be that knowing this species like we do, we are purposely discerning and as free, independent, and equal, chose to partner with those of you who understand the perks of partnering with us. Just sayin and with a GREAT BIG OLE SMILE. My man is DIVINE! And I am greatful for him, and make sure he knows and understands every day that my world is better because he is in it.


    so sweet, i think a tear fell out.

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    Yes, I know, I can be moving that way

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    lol

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    You'd love me if you met me but I'm happily attached I hope you have already or find someone, JUST LIKE ME

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    You're a crazy person...or a hippie lol.
    I am whats known as MANTASTIC!!!

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    Cause your in JAPAN, Im sure if you were in Mexico for about 1 year you would think that Latinas are hot, or in that case Russia, England Etc etc....Im speaking for all the women in the world....we are GORGEOUS and BEAUTIFUL just the way God made us!

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    lol, I'm a HAPPY person. Hippie, probably in disguise. I think I was actually conceived at Woodstock does that count. I'm happy that the guys are loving the ladies of our host country but I also want to save some love and have some respect for those of us from the homeland. Don't disrespect your mothers and sisters my brothers

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    agreed.
    I am whats known as MANTASTIC!!!

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    Posted By tulipsonly on 27 Feb 2010 08:00 AM
    LOLLLLLLL, can anyone say Harsh. OMG. Would anyone dare to factor in that BECAUSE some men, and I did say SOME, have become accustomed to getting attention because they are western, that they loose a little bit of their need to charm, or be a little less self proclaiming "mantastic", (even though I find you incredibly amusing, and no offense intended). Could it be that American women understand the mentality of the American man, we have after all, been fathered by them, grown up with them as brothers, live by them as neighbors, and work with them as bosses or employees. Could it be that knowing this species like we do, we are purposely discerning and as free, independent, and equal, chose to partner with those of you who understand the perks of partnering with us. Just sayin and with a GREAT BIG OLE SMILE. My man is DIVINE! And I am greatful for him, and make sure he knows and understands every day that my world is better because he is in it.
    My MANTASTIC is at a all time high with no signs of slowing down. People should invest in me, my charm should be boxed up and sold in the cereal section. People would get instant cavities from tasting me because I'm so sweet.

    I am whats known as MANTASTIC!!!

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    I have previously stated that the best women for looks is South American women. But not all women are the same, most American women are fat and don't really care to do anything about it. The thing about Japanese women is that they know how to treat a man, by paying for there half of a meal and lots of other thing. Also when it comes to sex in most cases all you have to do is say lets do it and they will. You don't have to put on a cloak and dagger show to get some booty. Japanese women know what they want, and treat you like a Adult not a high school kid. I don't have time to play the American girl game!!!

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    Lollllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll, elzey, I'm bailing on that one.

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    Posted By elzey02 on 27 Feb 2010 12:10 PM
    I have previously stated that the best women for looks is South American women. But not all women are the same, most American women are fat and don't really care to do anything about it. The thing about Japanese women is that they know how to treat a man, by paying for there half of a meal and lots of other thing. Also when it comes to sex in most cases all you have to do is say lets do it and they will. You don't have to put on a cloak and dagger show to get some booty. Japanese women know what they want, and treat you like a Adult not a high school kid. I don't have time to play the American girl game!!!

    Dude how can you stand all that damn sqeeking and the buffalo head down there
    I am whats known as MANTASTIC!!!

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    You might consider this clue "girl"

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    and yes Mantastic is Uber Mantastic lol

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    Posted By tulipsonly on 27 Feb 2010 12:22 PM
    and yes Mantastic is Uber Mantastic lol
    Indeed.

    I am whats known as MANTASTIC!!!

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    Posted By Primemas on 27 Feb 2010 12:16 PM

    Dude how can you stand all that damn sqeeking and the buffalo head down there

    Those are 2 very important questions... Other than those 2 issues (I think that is specific to Japanese),  I prefer the Asian girls, for so many reasons.

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    Goat do share your reasons for wanting the Japanese girls?

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    he's got yellow fever. what other reason do you need?
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    Hmm, well the Japanese women generally do not show any signs or expressions of wanting to meet anyone. They are a very easy catch once you know how to talk to them appropriately and respectfully.

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    Posted By Primemas on 27 Feb 2010 11:54 AM
    You're a crazy person...or a hippie lol.

    There's a difference?

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    May I know the difference? I have learned that Japanese women are very sweet, kind, and easy to tangle with but in a respectful way. Its like an American guy can say "I love you" by the second date and they are hooked.

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    I think it is a mixture of what some of the people have mentioned here. Numbers game, location, different culture, respect for men. For me, after I moved to Japan, I became single for the first time in my life. I never really noticed how attractive the Japanese/Asian girls are before I moved here. Maybe it's because this is my first real exposure to Japanese women, but, WoW.... Itadakimasu.

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    Whatever country you put American men in, they will date the local female population. Having travelled all over the world I have seen it at every base I have ever been at. There is nothing inherently superior or better about Japanese women or any other nationality. It is the LOCATION and numbers, simple as that. It is not any different for anyone who lives in a foreign country, male or female. It isn't like American men are superior to other nationalities of men either. When I lived in Italy, I dated Italian men; Sweden, Swedish men (very hot!), etc.

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    See, the hippi way is the best way. Everybody should just be open to a relationship with everybody. If there were a flower Icon I'd post it. lollllllllll

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    [1:27] 'Americans are rare in Japan. That's why they look good... even if they don't.'

    [1:44] 'The American and European women... who sees him for what he really is.'

    I know it's geared towards the actual comic book. Just wanted to share. ^_^

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    ROFL.
    "When I pulled my hamstring I went to the Misogynist." -Brittany

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    haha I agree to this one [1:27] 'Americans are rare in Japan. That's why they look good... even if they don't.'
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