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2024年8月23日
There are more accidents caused by senior drivers in Japan. Have you heard about such incidents?
Q: There are more accidents caused by senior drivers mistaking the gas pedal for the brake pedal in Japan. Hav …
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2024年8月9日
Do you use electronic book reader devices like Kindle?
Q: Do you use electronic book reader devices like Kindle? A: I do not use an e-reader of any kind. I tried usi …
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2024年8月5日
It was a tough day for the stock market.
【お手本５文】 Today, the Nikkei stock index dropped sharply. Many investors were worried. This caused significant fi …
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2024年8月2日
Is it not common to hang up the laundry outside?
Q: Is it not common to hang up the laundry outside? A: The vast majority of apartment buildings and condominiu …
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2024年7月29日
The Paris Olympics have begun.
【お手本５文】 The Paris Olympics have begun. Japan has won a total of four gold medals. The first gold medal was in …
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2024年7月22日
Today was an extremely hot day.
【お手本５文】 Today was an extremely hot day. I made sure to drink plenty of water. I stayed in the shade whenever p …
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2024年7月15日
The children are soon having their closing ceremony.
【お手本５文】 The children are soon having their closing ceremony. It marks the end of the school term. They will re …
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2024年7月12日
Are there any set phrases to interrupt someone in a polite way?
Q: Are there any set phrases to interrupt someone in a polite way? A: There’s just no set phrase or way …
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2024年7月8日
Tanabata is a Japanese festival celebrated on July 7th.
【お手本５文】 Tanabata is a Japanese festival celebrated on July 7th. Orihime and Hikoboshi are allowed to meet only …
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2024年7月5日
How can helicopter parenting affect a child’s ability to handle criticism?
Q: How can helicopter parenting affect a child’s ability to handle criticism? I have heard stories of su …