“ Que tal a todos... bueno que creen? pues que ya me pasé de los 30 siempre ocupado en el trabajo y que hay que tratar de 'promoverse virtualmente' no?; Quiero conocer nuevos amigos. ”

“ looks like no group yet. hmm. shall we get one soon? ”

“ Interested in Japan's pop culture and language. Would love to meet and learn. I plan to move to Raleigh in a couple of months to start taking Japanese intensive courses so I have a question... How is Berlitz in Raleigh, NC? ”

“ There are a few nice museums here, some of them "undiscovered secrets" (for those who don't know about them). It's also a nice way to meet like-minded sophisticates who also enjoy fine arts and stimulating new media. ”

“ "Hello! I am 29 years old living in Raleigh. I am looking to meet some new people to hang out with that share some of the same interests. I am excited to start attending some of these great events." ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm a fan of Manga and work in the Videogame industry and enjoy experiencing the manga culture. Plus, longtime fan and love to discuss works from Death Note to Naruto. ”

“ Whats up everyone. I looking to make some new friends that play games like guilty gear and tekken. I also love anime too. ”

“ I want to meet some likeminded people and do things as part of a group. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just moved here and want to find people with the same interests as me! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like Japanese language & people too. During a short visit to Tokoyo my daughter did learn Japanese but now forgot. My family has very much bonding with Japan :) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am currently learning the Japanese language, and would like additional help along with the Japanese classes I am attending in school. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to learn Japanese. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in the Japanese culture and language.. ”

“ I'm from Japan. I came to Durham to work in this city with my husband. I'll be able to teach Japanese, but I'd like to learn English, too. So if you wish, could you tell me? ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my Japanese is really rusty. I lived in Northern Japan for 2 years, but rarely get opportunities to speak since returning to the US. ”

“ I lived in Japan for 4 years, and its my husband and my common language. Nevertheless, neither of us are native speakers, so we're speaking rusty gaijin Japanese -- actually, rusty gaijin Kansai-ben. We practice with "good" Japanese! ”

“ My wife & I took 2 semesters of mandarin with the Derry Chinese School in Derry NH before we moved to NC. We're looking for another group to get involved with. ”

“ Hi, I'm Jack, looking forward to meeting everyone. ”

“ I was living and teaching English in Japan ( Osaka ) for 20 years. I`m now back in America living in Goldsboro. I really do missed my Japanese friends and my gaijin friends also. All i want is a friend. You can mail me ( rockkonon@yahoo.com ). ”

“ Hey Guys, I took 2 years of Japanese in College, then went to Japan for a few weeks. I haven't really had much oppurtunity to use my Japanese since then, But i would REALLY like to get back up to speed. ”

“ Konniciwa, My Name is Baljeet Singh and I have studied Japanese for 2 years in India. I worked with some Japanese Multinational Companies and my last Job was with Japan Airlines untill March 2004.Looking forward to meet you Nihongohites. GANBARIMASHO ”

“ Hey everyone! I lived in Japan for a while doing the JET Program and I've had difficulty keeping in touch with my friends over there, as my (poor) Japanese has degraded from lack of exposure and studying. Looking forward to meeting people. Yoroshiku! ”

“ Hi! It's been a long time since I've studied Japanese actively, and now that I am out of University classes, I would like to continue on my own. ”

“ I've very casually studied Japanese since about 2000. A lack of speaking partners has been a real hinderance. I'm looking forward to praticing my Japanese speaking skills with all of you and sharing what I know. ”

“ I am about to take a japanese lesson after work to get ready for a possible trip in Japan and love to have some learning environment to make it happen! ”

“ Hi my name is Donnie Shocklee and I am very interested in learning Japanese. I have recently found out that I have a 2 year scholarship and I think that learning Japanese is the way to go. I'm 27 years old and I have alot of questions! ”

“ My name's Rudy, I live in Cary.I'm interested in aikido, both the philosophy and the exercise. I haven't done martial arts for a long time (I did Arnis for a while). ”

“ I lived in Japan for 3 years. I hope I will be able to attend some of the meetings and keep up my Japanese. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have found a new fascination with Japaneese culture upon the return of a 7 week business trip to Japan. I want to challenge myself and learn the language to be able to effectivly communicate when I return. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I consider my self Blasian and would like to learn East Asian culture and language and make long lasting friendships. I speak spanish and some arabic. I am a beautiful person very cultured with an open mind. ”

“ I want to make good friends to hang around. ”

“ minasan konniciha, mou sugu kekkon shite rokugatsuni americani ikimasu.Indojin desu.Indo to nihon de benkyo shite kimashita.Minasan yoroshikune... ”

“ cosplaying is awesome and i enjoy watching other people do it. I havent cosplayed...yet, but in a few weeks i hope to start ”

“ Hello. I'm Trever. I lived in japan as military for two years. That was ten years ago. I love the language and the country and I really just want to meet some people with similar interests. ”

“ Interested in learning more about Japanese and Korean culture. I lived in Seoul, and passed through Japan. Also, I grew up in Hawai'i, which gave me some insight, but I would like more. Especially, in the areas of Kendo, Kyudo, and Naginata. ”

“ I want local Japanese Language Meetups because I am interested in learning the language. ”

“ I want local Cosplay Meetups because I've always been interested in cosplay, and would like to meet others who are as well! <3 ”

“ Konnichiwah! Watashi wa Morisu de Amerikajin desu. Konyakusa wa Nihonjin nanode nihongo wo benkyo shiteimasu. Kono shashin ni wa, Nihon ni ittatoki tomodachi to torimashita. Nihon ga suki!! ”

“ Hi everyone! My name is Brent and I live near Raleigh, North Carolina. I am learning Japanese. Thank you =) Brent ”

“ Visited Japan 6 or 7 times on business, bought tapes, books, etc., took a course, trying to get to the point where I can actually carry on a conversation! ”

“ I completed a major in Japanese as an undergraduate but my level of practical Japanese ability is quite low and fading fast due to my not having pursued it much outside the classroom. I want to reverse that trend, and fast! ”

“ I bought a pretty good knitting guide online, and started to knit 2 weeks ago. Knitting is a lot of fun, and I really want to learn more techniques. I just ordered some yarn, and I'm ready to start my first project. :) ”

“ I have a Stargate tattoo on the back of my neck. I think that tells enough about how much I love the show. :D ”