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Your Gaijin Tips For Enjoying Winter In Japan

By Japaners • Dec 29th, 2007 • Category: Lead Story, Living In Japan

Gaijin or gaikokujin are Japanese words meaning “foreigner.” The words can refer to nationality or ethnicity. The word is often the subject of debate as to its appropriateness, particularly in its shortened form which is considered by some to be offensive. Just thought you’d like to be reminded…