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Cheers for the NEW YEAR!
FILIPINOS ARE OFTEN FASCINATED BY THE HOLIDAYS. They pay attention
streets to the spectacle of pyrotechnics. The year is capped off in the to everything: from the smallest company of family and friends around ornaments to the grand traditions. We the dining table. Reflection over the indulge with what the season has to previous year is shared through stories offer and use it as an excuse to go over of both laughter and tears. We plot out the top even with whatever little we how we want the coming year to go. have. From setting our goals to choosing the NewYear is no exception. With its battles we want to conquer: all these promise of new beginnings, Filipinos and more over a plateful of Dinuguan, grab the opportunity to celebrate. Puto, rice, and possibly mangoes with Festive dinners fill the dining room of bagoong on the side. almost every family, preferring home For Families with parents cooked meals over fine dining outside working abroad, the technological to further espouse on the values of advancements of our generation familial ties.The yuletide season even brings them closer, Skype-ing over continues as most of the decorations dinner isn’t unusual anymore. It even for Christmas don every home. ignites a spark of warmth in the hearts The dark night sky is lighted up of kids who are badly yearning for with all sorts of firecrackers: from the the company of their Fathers and or cheap kwitis anyone could find on the Mothers. NewYear’s Eve really is the one time THIS MONTH of the year apart from Christmas when 8 HEALTH AND FITNESS Family is the top priority of almost NEW YEAR, NEW DIET everyone. Everything goes into a full FOR A NEW YOU stop, laptops are shut down, papers kept inside file cases and most Filipino 9 BEAUTY CALL HOME BEAUTY RITUALS Families take their time-off from work FOR 2013 responsibilities to catch-up and wait together for the promises of a more fulfilling tomorrow.. As we draft out our NewYear’s resolutions upon waking up to 2013, let us be reminded of why we’re doing it 10 HOT CHIC OF THE MONTH and all of these things in the first place: Here Come the Sun SOLEIL BONNIN to celebrate life and family. We feast to pay homage to what has been, what could and what will be. And as the season draws to a close, Club Filipina wishes you the best for 2013 and hopes to still be by our side: both in pressing and light moments through what our magazine has to offer, writing new stories along the way. 14 STRANDed IN JAPAN
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What's your NewYear's RESUSCITATION
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Starfire on Ice Judith Starberks
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AKEMI KOBASHI-PO In Your Wildest Gleam
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fter all those binging during the Christmas season, you now feel as if you just woke up and had a nightmare. All your pants got smaller, shirts more fit. No it's not your clothes that got smaller it's you who got bigger. Yes you are now 5-10 pounds heavier than last November. But don't be scared all those unwanted pounds are easy to lose thru this diet: Paleolithic diet better known as Paleo diet or (caveman diet) This is the diet our ancestors used and for sure that was the reason they were healthier back in the day. Paleo diet does not need the calorie counting method that most of you readers do follow so if you would follow me in my Paleo escapade first thing you should stop is counting calories. This diet focuses on meat, eggs, fish, fruits and vegetables. Stay away from grains, pasta, wheat and oats. Why do you have to stay away from grains?? Simple because our ancestors 8
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blood sugar problems). 3 Drink water, unsweetened 3. tea or coffee. Easy on the diet coke, the artificial sweetener (aspartame) can interfere with the brain cells that control appetite and weight regulation. 4 Eat fat for fuel – it’s the stuff 4. in step #1 that leads to heart attacks and makes you fat, not saturated and animal fats. So don’t bother with most stuff marketed as low-fat. Cook with butter, ghee, lard, dripping or coconut oil. Olive oil is also great and is ideal for salad dressings (with a splash of balsamic vinegar). Avocado’s are awesome. 5 Supplement with omega 3 oil 5. or make sure you eat a couple of servings of oily fish a week (sardines, mackerel, salmon, etc.).
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66. Consider a vitamin D supplement, especially if you don’t get out in the sun often. Best to avoid milk (try cream in your coffee if you don’t like it black). 7 Red wine (1-2 glasses a day), 7. dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), fruit, nuts & seeds in moderation are all OK as an odd treat. 8. 8 80/20 rule – eat this way 80% of the time and enjoy a guilt-free cheat day once a week. 9 Get some exercise (lifting 9. weights is good to maintain and build lean muscle mass) and get 8 hours quality sleep a night. 10 10. Did I mention that you have to stop eating grains? Yes you should. That’s tip number 1 right, I am just reminding you. Now you have an idea what Paleo lifestyle is, might as well follow this diet. So easy even cavemen did it. Remember, eat until you are full and eat whenever you are hungry. By following the Paleo food guide you should never be afraid to eat because you are eating healthy foods and you are not starving yourself just to binge more on your next meal. More about paleo tips on our following articles so stand by for our next issue. :)
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- To relax your eyes from stressful and sleepless nights, use thin slice of cucumber as eye pads. Another option is to use cotton pads soaked in cold milk. Lie down and place them on your closed eyes and relax for at least 10-15 minutes.
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-Another thing that we encounter is drying of - Placing a cold towel to hands and how to prevent your eye before you sleep this use a cocoa butter can also refresh your eyes. because it naturally nourish skin. It works - During winter one naturally with your skin to problem that we encounter keep it visibly healthy and is drying and chapping of glowing all day. lips. To prevent this use a hot water fermentation - To delay age spots hand, on your lips and then use a piece of lemon and www.clubfilipina.jp
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For those who love using facial mask, instead of buying one, here are some easy, natural and inexpensive DIY (do it yourself) face masks you can do right in your kitchen: Oatmeal Mask -Whole grain oatmeal, mix it with hot water (wait for 5-10 minutes until soft, then cool down) -Add fresh milk and brown sugar. -Apply on your face and neck. Leave for 15
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minutes. -Wet palm then massage face in circular motion before rinsing. Strawberry Yogurt Mask -Not only it is good for your digestive system, but also to your skin. -Apply on face and neck leave for 10 to 15 minutes. Avocado Mask -Mashed an avocado. -Apply on face until neck leave it for at least 10 to 15 minutes. -Massage face in circular motion before rinsing. Tomato Mask -Blend 1 large tomato. -Apply on face and neck leave for about 10 to 15 minutes. -Massage face in circular motion before rinsing. For this year we are sure that everyone wants to look fresher and younger. So by following these steps one can achieve their maximum potential in being beautiful. Start fresh and look your best this 2013!! Visit: www.akemikobayashi.com www.iamnikimedina.tumblr.com sleekmakeupartistry.wix.com/akeminiki Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/sleekmakeupartistry www.facebook.com/MakeupbyNikiMedina 9
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Soleil Soleil’s mother may have named her after the child actress from Punky Brewster, but the French word “Soleil” means “the sun” - very appropriate for the radiant and dazzling Soleil Bonnin. PHOTOGRAPHY: ALBERT GOQUINGCO & BENSON GOLONG HMUA: ALLYSON AZARRAGA
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orn to a family known both in the Philippine show business and for their good looks, Soleil is on her path of entering the business as well. She graduated with a degree in Business Administration and Finance from the Crafton Hills College in California and even worked for several loan and mortgage companies in the US before she realized that she wanted to pursue her childhood dream of entering showbiz. She is now involved in several modeling projects and was FHM Magazine’s featured model last December (a popular men’s magazine in the Philippines) We could give out several quotes about the sun and sunshine, but we guess we'll just let Soleil’s photos do the talking..
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f there’s a fireworks display, it means there’s a celebration, most obvious of them all is the New Year Celebration. Fireworks display never ceases to amaze spectators of all ages. Back in the Philippines, welcoming New Year is not complete without fireworks. And if you are staying in Japan for the holidays, you might be surprised how quiet and dark the your surroundings will be. No fancy displays. And if there is any, it would be just for a few seconds. In Japan, fireworks display, or hanabi, signal the beginning of summer. It is one of the most anticipated events in Japanese calendars. I think it is pretty much similar on how Filipinos await the fireworks extravaganza during New Year.
A few months ago, I watched the Japanese film "Oniichan no Hanabi (Fireworks from the Heart)" and learned a thing or two about fireworks. One particular line from the said film that I can still remember until now was "every firework bears the heart and soul of the people". Most of us always thought that it is just a simple firework, but to the maker, it is not. It has a story of its own, one that is worth telling whether it is for a summer or new year celebration. If next year, I am still stranded in Japan, I will see to it that I have my tripod. But with or without tripod, just being with friends and alcohol, it would be more than fine already. Happy New Year Everyone!
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ver since she was a child, Akemi loved to dress up and play with her mom’s makeup - now 25 years old, she does both professionally working as a part time model and makeup artist in Tokyo. Married to a photographer, Club Filipina’s publisher Lenard Po - Akemi made use of her love for makeup and became his official makeup artist. The tandem had good chemistry and was able to work with a lot of clients enabling her to hone her skills and talent as a makeup artist. Known for applying makeup which looks flawless, beautiful & enhances her clients best features, Akemi takes pride in delivering high quality makeup service to her clients. To date, Akemi has worked on more than 100 people and is looking forward to expanding her client list some more which is not a hard task as she has become the top choice and most sought after makeup artist amongst the Filipino community here in Japan. Aside from her makeup w ork, Akemi have also worked as a part time English teacher and is currently an editor and columnist for Philippine Digest and Club Filipina magazine. She has also started to team up with makeup artist friend Niki Medina and founded Sleek Makeup Artistry (check out Beauty Call on page 9) Akemi’s favorite quote comes from Yves Saint-Laurent “The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion. But cosmetics are easier to buy.”
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apos na naman ang 2012 at sa tuwing natatapos ang taon ay katakot-takot na namang pangakong napapako ang ginagawa nating mga pinoy dahil sa mga sinumpaang New Year's resolution na yan. Kada taon, gumagawa tayo ng listahan (hindi yung listahan ng utang ha) ng mga nais nating mabago, mga nais nating makuha, mga nais nating ma-achieve sa ating buhay at pamilya, at taon-taon din na mahigit 90% ng mga naisulat natin sa listahan na yan ay nagiging pangarap na lang. Hindi kasi ako mahilig gumawa ng NewYear's resolution na yan. Bukod sa tamad ako, eh hindi ko kayang panindigan ang mga pinagsusulat ko sa invisible na listahan na yan. Inis na inis na nga ang nanay ko dahil sa katigasan ng ulo ko, kesyo daw sa sampung pangakong binitawan ko, labing-dalawa ang hindi totoo, ganyan ako kamahal ng nanay ko, walang tiwala sa gwapo niyang anak. Kaasar to the nth power! Pero nakakabilib pa rin ang fighting spirit nating mga pinoy. Kahit na ilang taon pa ang lumipas, hindi tayo nagsasawang gumawa ng NewYear's resolution dahil naniniwala tayo na sooner or later matutupad ang lahat ng mga ginawa natin. Ano-ano ba ang kadalasang sinasabi natin kada taon? 1. MAGPAPAPAYAT - eto yata ang pinakagasgas na new year's resolution sa lahat. Napakasarap kasi ang kumain at lalong-lalo na mahihilig tayong mga pinoy sa kainan. Birthday, binyag, kasal, fiesta, promotion, libre ng manliligaw, pa-canton ni kuya, bagong panganak yung lola ng kapitbahay ng kumare ng labandera na kumadrona na taga bayan sa harap ng tindahan ng bikong masarap, at kung ano-ano pang okasyon na kung bibilangin, sakop ang buong 365 days ng buong taon. 2. MAG-IIPON - maganda yan, 'wag nga lang alikabok ang ipunin sa alkansya o di kaya'y sapot ng gagamba sa account mo sa bangko. Hindi naman kaila sa ating mga pinoy ang pangangailangan sa salapi, kaya nga ito ang laging
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mo kung bakit mo itinigal ang napakasarap na bisyo na yan. Ayun, ang beauty mo ay balik. Nganga na lang ang gantimpala mo! This year, matuto tayong maging disiplinado. Sa totoo lang, hindi naman natin kailangan hintayin pa ang susunod na taon para gawin ang mga bagay na alam nating makakabuti sa ating buhay. Isipin mo lang na kaya mo ginagawa ito ay para sa iyong kapakanan. Happy NewYear at nawa'y biyayaan pa tayo ng swerte ngayong bagong taon! Mabuhey! 21
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Its no wonder Judith's online internet name is "Starbercks" you could say that just like a cup of coffee - she can keep your senses wide awake with her sexy curves and alluring personality.
We hear it gets really cold up there in Akita, how do you keep yourself warm? Keeping my friends close and embracing the love of my family keeps me warm and safe during the dark and cold winter nights in Akita... Wow, that's very dramatic of you... Kidding aside, after living here for more than 7 years - I am already used to the cold winter season Akita has to offer... Sanayan lang pala, but whenever I feel cold I just exercise. Keeps me warm at nagiging sexy pa ako di ba? Speaking of sexy, which part of your body do you think is the sexiest? Well people tell me that my eyes are very sexy. Some guys actually think that I am trying to seduce them with the way I look at them. Hindi lang nila alam na natural na tingin ko lang yun at hindi ako nang aakit. So lets get to the serious questions: What keeps you busy? Aside from being a full-time housewife, i also have my own online shop named Starby Jp Corner which sells fashion and beauty related products. How is life in Japan treating you? I have never imagined that ill be living in Japan, let alone marrying a foreigner because I have always been attracted to Filipinos only, kasi sweet and thoughtful ang mga Pinoy. But I guess that I am 22
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destined to live and start a family here in Japan. Life is more convenient here, ang kalaban mo lang ay lungkot because you get to be far away from your family and friends in the Philippines. But then again it's really easy to make new friends with other Filipinos here in Japan. I have made new friends from all over Japan through Internet forums and Facebook. I also have a lot of Japanese friends from our neighborhood and my son's school so it's not really that lonely. You seem to have adjusted well in living your life in a foreign land, do you have any advice for other Filipinas in Japan? Most of us Filipinas here end up being housewives, so aside from our daily routine with our family - try to bring spice to your life by giving yourself some "me" time while you child is at school and your husband is at work. Make new friends and socialize with other people. Go to the parlor, dress up and party with friends. But after all the fun, I believe that true happiness lies in our own home. For me, family is the most important aspect of my life. Family bonding need not to be outdoor excursions or out of town trips, by simply asking how your husband's day was at work or talking to your child and helping out with their assignments can help you get closer with each other as time goes by. And that's how a Star brings Fire in the Ice.
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あなたも税金の還付申請対象者！！ 知らない人と差がつく！ 得する税金！？ 日本に住むフィリピン人、又は配偶者がフィリピン人の日本人は 約９7%の方々に税金還付のチャンスが有るのを知っていますか！？
皆さんは日本に住む外国人も日本人と同じように所得税と住民税の還付申請ができるという話をご存知ですか？ 日本で働き日本の所得税と住民税を納めていて母国の家族や親戚に援助を行っていれば、一定の条件のもとその行為が 「扶養」 と認められ、税法上の優遇すなわち 「扶養控除」 の適用を 受けることができるのです。最長で所得税・住民税それぞれ5年分の納め過ぎた税金が還付されるということです。 では実際どのくらいの税金が還付されるのでしょうか？還付される金額はあくまで支払った税金の範囲内で、 それ以上になることはありません。 しかしこれまで支払った税金の合計は意 外と多額で還付予想額を算出すると皆さん非常に驚かれます。 この制度適用は外国人のみならず、外国人を配偶者（フィリピン人等） にもつ日本人も配偶者の家族を扶養していれば適用されます。外国人と結婚した時点で配偶者の母国に住む配偶 者の家族・親族も法的な 「家族」 となるのです。 もちろん経済的な援助をすることで 「扶養」 となるわけですから、 これを証明することが必要となります。 還付申請を行う上で重要な注意点がありますので説明いたします。 ＊日本人が申請する場合、扶養親族と認められるのは外国人配偶者の3親等以内の親族。 外国人が申請する場合、 自分自身の6親等以内。 ＊ 「扶養」 とは扶養親族に経済的に援助（金銭・物品） していること。 またそのことを証明する書類を提出できること。 一般的な質問事項＜＜Q & A＞＞ Q: どれくらい還付されるの？ A: 還付金は、 申告者により異なります 還付の可能性と還付概算額等は、 申請時に個々の書類を確認後に判明します。 Q: 還付されるまでの期間はどれくらい？ A: 還付金額同様申告者の扶養状況により異なります。 最短で約２~３カ月、最長で約１年から１年半程かかる方も中にはいます。 Q: 手数料はどの位？ A: 申告者により異なりますが、基本的には還付金額に対しての２０～２５％ （グループ割引、 リピーター割引あり） Q: ビザを持っていませんが、 申告は可能？ A: 超過滞在者（オーバーステイ） でも申告は可能ですが、 申告には必ず外国人登録されていることが必須となります。 Q: 母国へ帰国する場合でも還付申告は可能ですか？ A: 納税管理人や代理人を立てれば申告は可能です。 Q: フィリピン人で現在は帰化して日本国籍ですが、 申告は可能ですか？ A: 帰化しても、家族が母国に在住し、扶養していれば可能です。 Q: 還付申告はフィリピン国籍ではなく他の国籍でも可能ですか？ A: 申告の条件を満たしていれば可能です。 Q: パートタイムで働いていても、還付申告は可能ですか？ A: 納めた税金が有れば可能です。 未払いが有る場合は、還付申告により充当されます。 Q: 日本で１０年程働き、税金を納めていますが、全て申告すれば還付されますか？ A: 所得税、住民税共に最長で過去５年となります。 ５年以上の税金は還付対象外です。 実際に還付申請を行うためには、税務署・市区町村との対応・各種証明行為・言葉の違い等様々な問題が生じます。 自分自身で還付申告をすると、手続きが面倒、税務署へ何度も足を 運ぶのは困難、 また様々な難題、追加書類を納税者に依頼し、 スムーズに還付処理がされないケースが多い。 また還付されても、本来還付される金額の一部分しか受け取れないといっ たケースもあります。株式会社ﾊﾟｼﾌｨｯｸ･ｷﾞｬﾗﾝﾃｨは長年の経験と豊富な知識とを持ち、信頼できる税理士とともに皆様の正当な権利を行使するお手伝いをいたします。 還付の可能性 の有無、還付予定額、 また委託手数料率を予め申請者に通知し、 申請者は、 内容を確認した上で還付申告をするか否かの判断が可能となります。 ここまでは、無料で対応しています。 株式会社パシフィック・ギャランティとの手続き、連絡手段は主に電話、 Ｅメール、書類の郵送で行われます。 東京のみならず、 日本各地から還付申告の依頼にフィリピン人、 日本人ス タッフ等が丁寧に対応しています。 この機会にまずは電話相談をしてみると良いでしょう。
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