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i've seen the first episode of maou...

although i can't understand japanese i already know the story because i've finished watching the"the devil"....

i don't want to compare because i love ohno and toma as well as ji hoon of the devil...

i just can't relate to the character of nino...i don't know who nino is in the korean version....

i am watching maou now...so happy keyhole tv is so kind to me....hope it wud last until the end of the episode....

i am so into jun right now but i want to change my banner into this....

maybe i will, but not now...i will make it make my july or august  banner....

i want this august myojo magazine...i just wished jun and nino opened their shirts too...

thanks to ZASHI for the scans....

Ashleyarashi

Happy Birthday Nino !!!!!

Ninomiya

i've got a new banner... thanks to shanghaigirl for the scans...

Junbanner

this is a non-arashi post

The brain

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If you see this lady turning in clockwise you are using your right brain. 
If you see it the other way, you are using your left brain. 
Some people do see it both ways, but most people see it only one way.

See if you can make her go one way and then the other by shifting the brain's current.
BOTH DIRECTIONS CAN BE SEEN

Experimentation has shown that the two different sides , or hemispheres, of the brain are responsible for different manners of thinking. The following table illustrates the differences between left-brain and right-brain thinking:

  Left Brain                        Right Brain

Logical                         Random
Sequential                    Intuitive
Rational                       Holistic
Analytical                     Synthesizing
Objective                     Subjective
Looks at                      Looks at
   parts                              wholes

         Most individuals have a distinct preference for one of these styles of thinking. Some, however, are more whole-brained and equally adept at both modes. In general, schools tend to favor left-brain modes of thinking, while downplaying the right-brain ones. Left-brain scholastic subjects focus on logical thinking, analysis, and accuracy. Right-brained subjects, on the other hand, focus on aesthetics, feeling, and creativity. 

I just received my calendar and there are so many pictures inside which are great! These were written inside the calendar/ planner.....

KAZUNARI NINOMIYA
Q. How do you think people see you?
A. As a good person. You see, nobody ever tells me I'm stubborn or contrary - ever (laughs). No, I think it's fine for people to have their own opinions of me. I can say that because I don't find myself all that interesting...although of course in the end I am like everyone else. I can't deny that I like myself the best. When I watch myself on TV I can't help but think " That guy is the Best" and I love it when people praise me. But it's not like I go out of my way to make people laugh. I am not the type. I must say though that my Mom always have a good laugh at the funny things that we all say.

JUN MATSUMOTO
Q. What compliment makes you most happy?
A. "There's something I liked about that". I'm happier to share a sense of liking something but not being able to say exactly what was good about it  than to know exactly what's interesting or funny. When someone shows you a great work of art or a compelling piece of entertainment, you can feel it deep inside. You just know. Sometimes you feel excited and think " wow". And sometimes you feel a little intimidated or frustrated, but you always know.

SATOSHI OHNO
Q. What is something you would like to accomplish even if it takes you 10 years?
A. Can it be something I would like to do my entire life? That would probably be a hobby.I've liked drawing since I was little, and it's only gotten to be more enjoyable as my interest has increased. Last year, I took up fishing as a new hobby. No matter how much i fish, I never get sick of it. There are various kinds of poles, so even a bite from a small fish is a good time. But I think the coolest thing is to immerse myself in a drawing and keep going until I get to a certain point...and then to finish up and enjoy what I have created.

MASAKI AIBA
Q. Name the two things that most give you strength
A. I guess I'd say people, more than material things. I'm not sure...it's hard to limit it to just two. Of course my friends and family are  source of strength and support and I feel that way about my parents' dog too. I guess for me the two things would be Arashi and Time Off. I'm not really the kind to share my worries with my friends but when we're having fun together, the answer to whatever problem I'm dealing with will often just sort of dawn on me. Even if I am  not looking for  the answer just  then. That is why Time Off. Time to relax, is so important.

SHO SAKURAI
Q. What sort of fun things have you done recently?
A. I've got to tell you, I love my job. When you think about it, I've had some pretty wild experiences. I've been floating out at sea on top of some drift ice. In my job as a television host, I've had the chance to meet people that I wouldn't normally get to meet. And I've gotten to see things that I wouldn't normally get to see. Recently, I was able to travel to South Korea to cover the presidential election there, and I had fun talking with University students my age. I've always been impressed with something the rapper shingo2 said: " Never mind people from other generations in your own country. Focus on the people in your own generation from foreign countries". Right now, I feel like I'm accomplishing exactly that in my job.

I like this picture..I don't know why...but I love seeing Jun and Sho holding hands...It's rare that we see picture of these two HH...I mean nowadays...I am just so happy...

Tvjapanarashi

credit scans to kikinini

the new arashi calendar is awesome!!! at first, i don't really have a plan to buy it but when i saw the scans, i did not hesitate anymore...great shots! i love the black and white pix...and there's a cookbook which i've heard is like a photobook...the calendar is also a planner so i can use it...i asked a friend in japan to buy for me and hope to get it by the end of this month...

i was inspired to make a banner...look at the eyes of jun, nino and sho...3 different people...different eyes...but all eyes are beautiful...trying to send a message...

credit scans to morningberryz...

Cmw2

i love the black and white pictures of arashi's 2008 calendar  especially these 2 guys

thanks to jen for the scans

Junaibacalendar2008