I have no idea.  I didn't know that about Japan--it would be a great
question to ask Peter.  You can either go to his site and ask through there,
or join my magnet list and ask through there.  In either case, please do
post Peter's answer.

Samala,
Renee

-------Original Message-------
   Since Peter Kulish's book is being used for teaching in Japan, I am 
wondering is there have been changes in the differing recommendations of 
authorities regarding which pole is best to use for most things.  Last time I 
looked into it, the Japanese were using the pole opposite to the one used in 
this hemisphere.