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About Ayumi
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding Japanese culture, short translations, and written help.

Experience
I am fully bilingual in both English and Japanese. I was born in Japan and had lived there for 18 years at which point I moved to the U.S. to further my studies.

Education/Credentials
B.A. in Linguistic Studies Emphasis on Secondary Language Training

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Topic: Japanese Language

Expert: Ayumi
Date: 10/6/2007
Subject: eyes

Question
how do you say 'close your eyes' and 'open your eyes' in japanese?

Answer
Hi,

Open your eyes would be 'me o akete' (めをあけて) and close your eyes would be 'me o tojite' (めをとじて).

I hope this answers your questions. Should you have anymore please feel free to write a follow up.

~Ayu :)

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