16 April 2006


Elevator Notice

This is the elevator at my office. Today I noticed a notice.

What does this mean to you?

Thought I'd post this because it's a good example of daily life here in Japan. Actually, it's more accurate to say, "Daily life for those who can't read." If you saw this next to the elevator, what would you do?Obviously the first part is a date. (today) From the limited kanji I know, the next part on the first line I think says "middle of the morning." The rest I can't really read.

This could mean anything from "There will be a fire drill some time, approx the middle of this morning" to "This elevator is a death trap some time in the middle of the morning" to "Hey students if you are coming for the review session come up to 313 from the middle of the morning." Choices A and C seemed harmless enough so I just ignored the sign.

Welcome to illiterate life in Japan!

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