There are some great second hand shops that specialize in Japanese house hold goods.
If you go to Phra Khanong (BTS) there are several good second hand shops that have high quality Japanese electronics and house hold goods. I've always had good luck finding really good products there....
Conscription up to 45 for males and 35 for women? Especially if they don't believe their government is doing the right thing.
Can't blame them for wanting to skip town....