Magazine about Japan?

[akatsuka]

[Greji]

I would like all your advice and opinions please, dont be embarrased...

I really don't think you would want my answers....

[akatsuka]

oh come on, gboothe... i didnt know you were shy..

Really, I dont mind what your answers are, I'm in 2 minds what to do my magazine about, so would like your thoughts... no matter how irrelevant... considering though, this isnt going to be a 'mans' mag...

[Doctor Stop]

I really don't think you would want my answers....

14>Other ______goats______(please specify)

[Greji]

14>Other ______goats______(please specify)

By name, or gender?

[amdg]

①Where are you living at the moment? (country)
Japan
________________

②Where are you from originally? (country)
Australia
________________

③What area of Japan are you interested in? (you can select more than one)
1>Culture
2>Language
3>Lifestyle
4>Design/Art
5>Movies/TV
6>Music/Concerts
7>Manga/Anime
8>Quirkiness
9>Cuisine
10>Fashion
11>News/politics
12>Japanese events/schools/information in the area I live
13>Nature/environment/scenery
14>Other ________________(please specify)
1, 2, 3, 5

④If a printed magazine was available about the area of Japan you are interested in, or a combination of a variety of things concerning Japan, would you read it?
1>Yes, I would pay money for it
2>Yes, if it was free
3>No
Unsure - I'd read it/pay for it regularly if it was good quality.

⑤Would you prefer this magazine to be:
1>Entirely in English
2>Bilingual
3>In English but with a language section
2

⑥Are you learning Japanese?
1>Yes
2>No
1

⑦Why are you interested in Japan?
Live there
____________________________

⑧What age range do you fit into?
1> 0-20
2> 21-30
3> 31-40
4> 41-50
5> 51+
3

⑨Have you lived in Japan for a long period of time in the past, or wouldlike to in the future?
1> I have lived in Japan for over 1 year
2> I havent lived in Japan but would like to
3> I have no interest in living in Japan
1

[GomiGirl]

This Magazine Ships globally and will be available in the UK. It is a fantastic Magazine.

About KATEIGAHO International Edition (KIE)
Kateigaho International Edition brings you the unique culture, art, and lifestyle of Japan.
With 50 years of experience in portraying the spirit of Japan, KATEIGAHO is now launching Kateigaho International Edition in English. This richly illustrated magazine focuses both on traditions and contemporary life, transcending mere words to generate international understanding and appreciation.

[Mulboyne]

Akatsuka, am I right in thinking that this is an assignment for University rather than something you are actually trying to put together for real?

[amdg]

Akatsuka, am I right in thinking that this is an assignment for University rather than something you are actually trying to put together for
real?

That's what he said.

[Kuang_Grade]

While a only a school project, while it is good to have some specific reading audience in mind, it is better to keep a specific advertising audience in mind first. Also I would propose that a fair bit of international J interest is fairly compartmentalized in various subcultures that don't necessarily intermix well...ie, the audience that would buy a magazine wants editorial coverage of 12-18K words on subject X (say, JDM cars or Gundams) and wouldn't necessarily be interested in a mag that spent 1K words on 15 different J related topics. Not to say that no one would be interested in a general J topic magazine, just that is would probably be smaller audience than focusing on 1 or 2 related J topics focused on the hardcore (which would also be a stronger audience for advertisers as well being an audience advertisers would want to reach).

[akatsuka]

yes, it is for uni, its not a real product that I'm going to produce.

GomiGirl>>
thanks for the link I might just have to buy a copy now

amdg >>
there must be something about the screen name 'akatsuka'... everyone assumes I'm male T_T
Thanks for your answers
Everyone, take amdg as a perfect example - even if you think my idea is fruitless, just fill out the questionnaire anyway so I can make up my own mind. Thanks (I also have to prove why I dont think it'll work...)

Kuang_Grade >>
I really appreciate your input!
Through this survey (which I've tried to give to as many Western people interested already in Japan one way or another) I was trying to establish whether or not there is actually a market for it. Even though its only a Uni project, I have to prove that if it were real it would sell.

I wasnt thinking on doing the magazine on a single topic - more of a general J topic magazine, as I thought a single J topic magazine would mean a fairly small audience. My audience doesnt have to be big - but if it is small it would mean the magazine is published less. I was thinking more of a general J topic magazine that is detailed and quirky enough to sell to a range of people. (theres bound to be something in it you want to read)

Anyway, I'm still at the thinking stage.

[akatsuka]

If its easier - please complete this survey instead. many thanks

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=WyZlvSsqvwDpqsxA6dhkzQ_3d_3d