Japanese whalers resume hunt in Southern Ocean

Kyoto Returnee · Jan 31, 2008, 20:47

After a healthy lul, Greenpeace and the Steve Irwin had to depart due to fuel shortages.

Good chance for the whalers to start the hunt, and so they did!

Steve Irwin will return after a re-fuel, hoepfully next year they will have two ships to relay and stop the whaling.

When, o when will this stop!
http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2008/01/31/2151583.htm

Chi65 · Jan 31, 2008, 23:07

Booooo!

May the misleading whalers have very bad dreams in their upside down world!

Sarapva · Feb 1, 2008, 00:55

I thought that the Australian Oceanic Viking would still be following the Japanese ships? At least Greenpeace and the Sea Shepherd have had an impact this year, and hopefully more of an impact next year.

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 1, 2008, 16:48

Chi - You are funny

Sara, the Viking ran out of fuel.

They survive simply from donations, with famous people being the main contributors..

They are going to try to purchase another ship for next seasons hunt, that way, one can take over when the other runs low on fuel.

Chi65 · Feb 1, 2008, 19:28

Thanks, KR, it was partly meant to be funny, but only partly, hehe.
I usually never curse, but in this case, I could not help. . .

(so far I am not deleted for this

)

A certain bomb did explode, as for the Taiji-case, just for a start, I hope.
That may well cause some disturbing dreams. . .I hope

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 1, 2008, 20:18

Originally Posted by Chi65

Thanks, KR, it was partly meant to be funny, but only partly, hehe.
I usually never curse, but in this case, I could not help. . .

(so far I am not deleted for this )

A certain bomb did explode, as for the Taiji-case, just for a start, I hope.
That may well cause some disturbing dreams. . .I hope

Let's hope as it doesn't seem to get half a mention compared to the whaling issues..

centrajapan · Feb 1, 2008, 20:38

Any country with respect for themselves would not call their own ship Viking and yet be against Whaling.

The same people criticisng Japan eats pork, chicken, kangaroos and wear cow skin leather boots.

That picture is perfectly normal. Japan is utilizing a renweable natural resources in a sustainable manner. Japan is right. Greenpeace does misliead people. Greenpeace has never been able to stop Japans hunt despite them in rubber boats. The only reason why Greenpeace go and chase the Japanese whaling vessel is marketing. They take pictures of Greenpeace activists together with Japanese whaling ship to make it look like they are stopping Japan when in reality they are not. But they do manipulate the ignorant masses and Greenpeace do make alot of money just to take pictures of themselves.

Greenpeace goes down there to make money! Not to stop Japanese whaling. The anti whaling campaign has nothing to do with environment. Its all about money for Greenpeace. This anti whaling campaign is too lucrative to give up.

Chi65 · Feb 1, 2008, 21:16

Go on sleeping in your upside down world

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 2, 2008, 12:14

Originally Posted by centrajapan

Any country with respect for themselves would not call their own ship Viking and yet be against Whaling.

What's in a name, anyway, didn't they change the name to Steve Irwin?

That is a fitting tribute for anyone who REALLY cares about the environment.

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 7, 2008, 19:59

Well guys, I think the below photo shows all..
Baby and Mum

Poor things

Also check out the latest videos taken from the Oceanic Viking to gather evidence for action in the international court.
http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200802/r221940_874382.asx
http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200802/r222061_874978.asx
http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...07/2156543.htm
Original news link:
http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...07/2157129.htm

caster51 · Feb 7, 2008, 20:12

so, what the problem?

I seems like kangaroo baby

**Dutch Baka** · Feb 7, 2008, 20:13

I don't really have an opinion about Whaling itself... but I am wondering why this needs to be a new thread instead of a post in one of the 98 whaling threads....

caster51 · Feb 7, 2008, 20:22

I don't really have an opinion about Whaling itself... but I am wondering why this needs to be a new thread instead of a post in one of the 98 whaling threads....

I dont know..
they want to fill this forum with " racist Japanese , cruel Japanese and ...

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 7, 2008, 20:27

Originally Posted by Dutch Baka

I don't really have an opinion about Whaling itself... but I am wondering why this needs to be a new thread instead of a post in one of the 98 whaling threads....

G'day Dutch..

Ahahaha.. (98 whaling threads)

You are right, I should have stuck it in other's..

Please move it..

Hiroyuki Nagashima · Feb 7, 2008, 20:36

What is a problem?
I cannot understand?

Than a conventional thread of here,
Australia is State-sponsored terrorism
and The nation which does not obey a law.
I understood it.

**Mars Man** · Feb 7, 2008, 22:22

I have merged these two threads. I hope that no new threads will be opened on this subject, as I can't see any great variety in the theme itself, other than what we do have here.

In all consideration, I cannot agree that there is any matter of racism involved, and I would argue that terrorism doesn't quite fit either. Also kangaroos and that issue has really very little connected relationship, it appears. Let's all not get too worked up over it please...not here, at least.

Elizabeth van Kampen · Feb 8, 2008, 00:33

It was not only in Australian papers, but also correctly mentioned in Japan Today, a Japanese paper.
http://www.japantoday.com/jp/news/427356
"Australian gov't says whaling photos will strengthen legal case in int'l courts".

If I may say so: I feel that we are all responsable for the welfare of animals, many of them are dying and so are many plants.

Let's vote for a International Animal/Plant Court, they deserve some good laws to protect them in this crazy world!

Sarapva · Feb 8, 2008, 01:03

That's a good idea, Elizabeth! I also like the idea from the news article Kyoto Returnee posted:

"We will be pushing as an alternative government for a global whale sanctuary.

"Let's have the fight, let's have the battle, let's work to create a global whale sanctuary to protect these creatures for all the world for all time."

Chi65 · Feb 8, 2008, 05:17

We had the same foto and shortened article, but same basic point of view over here in Germany. It should not stay unrecognised by many though!

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 8, 2008, 21:06

Originally Posted by Elizabeth van Kampen

"Australian gov't says whaling photos will strengthen legal case in int'l courts".

Most definitely, but I think the Japanese will ignore it and shoot right back in.

Japan is a very difficult country at the best of times and never seem to join or even respect the democratic international world on treaties and laws.

Astroboy · Feb 9, 2008, 04:09

Originally Posted by Kyoto Returnee

Most definitely, but I think the Japanese will ignore it and shoot right back in.

Japan is a very difficult country at the best of times and never seem to join or even respect the democratic international world on treaties and laws.

OMG. Australia is a very inscrutabale country and never face up international treaty and agreement. Now they say .... Photos. What's wrong with those whaling photos?

Despite Australian lies, Japanese are COOL and laughing.

Kyoto Returnee · Feb 9, 2008, 11:12

Originally Posted by Astroboy

Despite Australian lies, Japanese are COOL and laughing.

Laughing at what?

If you mean the photos of the baby whale and her mum being dragged up, harpooned and dead meat, well, something must be wrong.

I don't believe the Japanese people are laughing as they are just not like that..

You may be laughing though..

Is that what you meant?

Jan 31, 2008, 20:47	#1
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Japanese whalers resume hunt in Southern Ocean After a healthy lul, Greenpeace and the Steve Irwin had to depart due to fuel shortages. Good chance for the whalers to start the hunt, and so they did! Steve Irwin will return after a re-fuel, hoepfully next year they will have two ships to relay and stop the whaling. When, o when will this stop! http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2008/01/31/2151583.htm

Feb 1, 2008, 00:55	#3
Sarapva Midnight and Snowflake Join Date: Feb 25, 2007 Location: Virginia Age: 47 Posts: 611	I thought that the Australian Oceanic Viking would still be following the Japanese ships? At least Greenpeace and the Sea Shepherd have had an impact this year, and hopefully more of an impact next year. __________________ Dr. Albert Schweitzer - “Until he extends his circle of compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.”

Feb 1, 2008, 20:18	#6
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Originally Posted by Chi65 Thanks, KR, it was partly meant to be funny, but only partly, hehe. I usually never curse, but in this case, I could not help. . . (so far I am not deleted for this ) A certain bomb did explode, as for the Taiji-case, just for a start, I hope. That may well cause some disturbing dreams. . .I hope Let's hope as it doesn't seem to get half a mention compared to the whaling issues..

Feb 2, 2008, 12:14	#9
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Originally Posted by centrajapan Any country with respect for themselves would not call their own ship Viking and yet be against Whaling. What's in a name, anyway, didn't they change the name to Steve Irwin? That is a fitting tribute for anyone who REALLY cares about the environment.

Feb 7, 2008, 19:59	#10
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Australian Government Catches the Whalers Red Handed. Well guys, I think the below photo shows all.. Baby and Mum Poor things Also check out the latest videos taken from the Oceanic Viking to gather evidence for action in the international court. http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200802/r221940_874382.asx http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200802/r222061_874978.asx http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...07/2156543.htm Original news link: http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...07/2157129.htm

Jan 31, 2008, 23:07	#2
Chi65 Banned Join Date: Nov 14, 2007 Location: Berlin Age: 62 Posts: 939	Booooo! May the misleading whalers have very bad dreams in their upside down world!

Feb 1, 2008, 16:48	#4
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Chi - You are funny Sara, the Viking ran out of fuel. They survive simply from donations, with famous people being the main contributors.. They are going to try to purchase another ship for next seasons hunt, that way, one can take over when the other runs low on fuel.

Feb 1, 2008, 19:28	#5
Chi65 Banned Join Date: Nov 14, 2007 Location: Berlin Age: 62 Posts: 939	Thanks, KR, it was partly meant to be funny, but only partly, hehe. I usually never curse, but in this case, I could not help. . . (so far I am not deleted for this ) A certain bomb did explode, as for the Taiji-case, just for a start, I hope. That may well cause some disturbing dreams. . .I hope

Feb 1, 2008, 20:38	#7
centrajapan Banned Join Date: Sep 16, 2007 Posts: 691	Any country with respect for themselves would not call their own ship Viking and yet be against Whaling. The same people criticisng Japan eats pork, chicken, kangaroos and wear cow skin leather boots. That picture is perfectly normal. Japan is utilizing a renweable natural resources in a sustainable manner. Japan is right. Greenpeace does misliead people. Greenpeace has never been able to stop Japans hunt despite them in rubber boats. The only reason why Greenpeace go and chase the Japanese whaling vessel is marketing. They take pictures of Greenpeace activists together with Japanese whaling ship to make it look like they are stopping Japan when in reality they are not. But they do manipulate the ignorant masses and Greenpeace do make alot of money just to take pictures of themselves. Greenpeace goes down there to make money! Not to stop Japanese whaling. The anti whaling campaign has nothing to do with environment. Its all about money for Greenpeace. This anti whaling campaign is too lucrative to give up.

Feb 1, 2008, 21:16	#8
Chi65 Banned Join Date: Nov 14, 2007 Location: Berlin Age: 62 Posts: 939	Go on sleeping in your upside down world

Feb 7, 2008, 20:12	#11
caster51 Regular Member Join Date: Feb 27, 2005 Location: japan Posts: 1,884	so, what the problem? I seems like kangaroo baby

Feb 7, 2008, 20:13	#12
Dutch Baka .... who cares? :( Join Date: Feb 5, 2005 Location: Kobe, Rokko Age: 24 Posts: 4,743 Blog Entries: 12	I don't really have an opinion about Whaling itself... but I am wondering why this needs to be a new thread instead of a post in one of the 98 whaling threads.... __________________ My website: Kobe city info and my PM Forum Rules - J-Music Forum Rules - FAQ - Calendar Write an article for Jref - Reputation points

Feb 7, 2008, 20:22	#13
caster51 Regular Member Join Date: Feb 27, 2005 Location: japan Posts: 1,884	I don't really have an opinion about Whaling itself... but I am wondering why this needs to be a new thread instead of a post in one of the 98 whaling threads.... I dont know.. they want to fill this forum with " racist Japanese , cruel Japanese and ...

Feb 7, 2008, 20:27	#14
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Originally Posted by Dutch Baka I don't really have an opinion about Whaling itself... but I am wondering why this needs to be a new thread instead of a post in one of the 98 whaling threads.... G'day Dutch.. Ahahaha.. (98 whaling threads) You are right, I should have stuck it in other's.. Please move it..

Feb 7, 2008, 20:36	#15
Hiroyuki Nagashima TAN Join Date: Jan 18, 2005 Location: NIPPON/FUKUOKA Age: 42 Posts: 5,955	What is a problem? I cannot understand? Than a conventional thread of here, Australia is State-sponsored terrorism and The nation which does not obey a law. I understood it.

Feb 7, 2008, 22:22	#16
Mars Man Kami-sama Join Date: Jul 28, 2005 Posts: 4,292 Blog Entries: 1	I have merged these two threads. I hope that no new threads will be opened on this subject, as I can't see any great variety in the theme itself, other than what we do have here. In all consideration, I cannot agree that there is any matter of racism involved, and I would argue that terrorism doesn't quite fit either. Also kangaroos and that issue has really very little connected relationship, it appears. Let's all not get too worked up over it please...not here, at least.

Feb 8, 2008, 00:33	#17
Elizabeth van Kampen Regular Member Join Date: Nov 1, 2005 Location: Tilburg Age: 82 Posts: 365	It was not only in Australian papers, but also correctly mentioned in Japan Today, a Japanese paper. http://www.japantoday.com/jp/news/427356 "Australian gov't says whaling photos will strengthen legal case in int'l courts". If I may say so: I feel that we are all responsable for the welfare of animals, many of them are dying and so are many plants. Let's vote for a International Animal/Plant Court, they deserve some good laws to protect them in this crazy world!

Feb 8, 2008, 01:03	#18
Sarapva Midnight and Snowflake Join Date: Feb 25, 2007 Location: Virginia Age: 47 Posts: 611	That's a good idea, Elizabeth! I also like the idea from the news article Kyoto Returnee posted: "We will be pushing as an alternative government for a global whale sanctuary. "Let's have the fight, let's have the battle, let's work to create a global whale sanctuary to protect these creatures for all the world for all time."

Feb 8, 2008, 05:17	#19
Chi65 Banned Join Date: Nov 14, 2007 Location: Berlin Age: 62 Posts: 939	We had the same foto and shortened article, but same basic point of view over here in Germany. It should not stay unrecognised by many though!

Feb 8, 2008, 21:06	#20
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Originally Posted by Elizabeth van Kampen "Australian gov't says whaling photos will strengthen legal case in int'l courts". Most definitely, but I think the Japanese will ignore it and shoot right back in. Japan is a very difficult country at the best of times and never seem to join or even respect the democratic international world on treaties and laws.

Feb 9, 2008, 04:09	#21
Astroboy Regular Member Join Date: Dec 5, 2007 Location: Tokyo, born in Kyoto Age: 29 Posts: 847	Originally Posted by Kyoto Returnee Most definitely, but I think the Japanese will ignore it and shoot right back in. Japan is a very difficult country at the best of times and never seem to join or even respect the democratic international world on treaties and laws. OMG. Australia is a very inscrutabale country and never face up international treaty and agreement. Now they say .... Photos. What's wrong with those whaling photos? Despite Australian lies, Japanese are COOL and laughing. __________________ Life is beach, not Bch.**

Feb 9, 2008, 11:12	#22
Kyoto Returnee Banned Join Date: Dec 18, 2007 Location: Cairns, Tropical Queensland Age: 41 Posts: 579	Originally Posted by Astroboy Despite Australian lies, Japanese are COOL and laughing. Laughing at what? If you mean the photos of the baby whale and her mum being dragged up, harpooned and dead meat, well, something must be wrong. I don't believe the Japanese people are laughing as they are just not like that.. You may be laughing though.. Is that what you meant?

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