International issues

In the U.S. November 26 is a very important day of the year for certain Americans.
It is the day after Thanksgiving.That day is called Black Friday. That day many Americans
do what they do best... no no it's not eating.
But they shop until they drop. Or until their bank account drops dead.
On the other hand there is another movement with the initials B.N.D. Japan is also a participating member, which I am happy to learn.
To understand more about what in the world I am referring to just click, please:
http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/fl20051122a1.html