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The TV was banned during meal times in my family.

Me too. Wouldn't mind a go though

Did he not appreciate the 4 distinct seasons in Japan? What a well traveled dog.

Quote: wa-puro machines Do they still make and sell those things?

Ask 10 people and you might get 10 answers. It is useful to get a lot of input though. The main skis I use are 12cm smaller than my height.

That kind of outburst though will only reinforce any beliefs about "gaijin" being agressive, etc etc.

amazing pic there me jane, it really must be an exciting experience you are going through. Lets hope the babies don't get swapped if you are delivering at the same time as you

Me too. I hardly ever see any of Narita in a frenzied rush to check in and then get to the plane. Quote: Why is Narita so rubbish? > I don't think I'm missing out on much from the sounds of it. I had a few hours at Singapore once that was a decent place to hang out.

Sounds like a decent plan BagOfCrisps - certainly different from staying in Hakuba for 10 days which if I remember is what you did last time. Madarao/Tangram are ok, but I'd head over to Myoko if I were you.

I haven't had a look at the new lineups info yet, but that is always an exciting day.

Comparing general numbers for the 05/06 season 《2005-2006ホワイトシーズン県別来場者数 　（千人） 　　　　　（％） Niigata 新潟 　　　　5,946 　　　 95.8 Nagano 長野　　　　 8,487 　　　　96.5 Gunma 群馬 　　　　2,678 　　　　97.3 Fukushima 福島 　　　　1,876 　　 　101.2 Iwate 岩手 　　　　1,290 　　　　90.8

That really is too bad, Arai was a decent place and I sure wasn't expecting for that place to close done (unlike lots of others). It will be interesting to see what happens to all those facilities.

I was thinking this thread might be full of love for fathers, not fighting talk!

Yes I do and I agree - very important.

Thanks daver. Yeah I suppose I kind of know that, but I'm still interested to hear about anyones opinions on various makes.

I'm going to be getting some new boots in time for next winter, and interested in hearing what people use (and like) and what people have been recommended that I can use as I look around and research. Thanks!

Interesting about putting them in the freezer. Not sure my lady friend would like that

It sure would. I've not heard of it but I'm sure some people will try.

They really want some poles, but decided not to copy and use rope instead.

An old colleague of mine is actually in Norway since February and I'm keen to visit him to check the place out.

What's the oldest stuff you've skied on Toque? I'd love to have a go on all that old stuff.

Wouldn't want that snow - too dirty.

Wow I'm surprised that Hakkai san was open that late and there was so much cover.

Thats an incredible photo!

Me too. But I know a fair few of the type you mention igloo - it annoys me as well.