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Japan expands matcha production as global demand surges

2025年9月29日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of drinks or desserts do you enjoy the most? What traditional food or drink is popular in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reputation /rep-yuh-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the opinion people have about someone or something, based on past behavior or quality The school has a strong reputation for excellent teaching. origin /AWR-i-jin/ [noun] – the beginning, cause, or source of something Scientists studied the origin of the ancient artifacts. shortage /SHAWR-tij/ [noun] – a situation where there is not enough of something that is needed Hospitals reported…
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Japan expands matcha production as global demand surges

2025年9月29日

matcha

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cultivated /KUHL-tuh-vey-tid/ [adjective] – grown with care or under special conditions The chef used cultivated mushrooms in the special dish. versatility /vur-suh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to be used in many different ways The chef praised the versatility of rice because it can be cooked in many styles. practitioner /prak-TISH-uh-ner/ [noun] – a person who regularly does or is skilled in a particular art, activity, or profession Medical practitioners discussed new treatments at the conference. commercialization /kuh-mur-shuhl-uh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of managing something so that it is produced and sold to make a profit The…
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Expo 2025 Osaka aims to promote global unity through innovation

2025年4月30日

Expo

©(Jia Haocheng/Pool Photo via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What can people from different countries learn from each other? Why is it important for people to share ideas about the future? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cooperation /koh-op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of working together for a common goal The two companies announced a new cooperation to develop eco-friendly packaging. venue /VEN-yoo/ [noun] – a place where an event happens The concert venue can hold up to 5,000 people. structure /STRUHK-cher/ [noun] – something that has been built, such as a building or bridge…
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Expo 2025 Osaka aims to promote global unity through innovation

2025年4月30日

Expo

©(Jia Haocheng/Pool Photo via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reclaimed /ree-KLAYMD/ [adjective] – recovered land that was previously underwater or unusable The airport was built on a reclaimed area that used to be part of the sea. fragmentation /frag-muhn-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of breaking into smaller parts The fragmentation of the market made it hard for small businesses to compete. circumference /ser-KUHM-fer-uhns/ [noun] – the distance around the edge of a circle or round object The circumference of the stadium allows for a walking path all around it. expenditure /ik-SPEN-di-cher/ [noun] – the amount of money spent on something…
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Expo 2025 Osaka aims to promote global unity through innovation

2025年4月30日

Expo

©(Jia Haocheng/Pool Photo via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Would you like to visit an expo in the future? Do you think learning about other cultures is interesting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 take place /teyk pleys/ [phrasal verb] – to happen or occur The school festival takes place in September every year. aim /eym/ [verb] – to try or plan to achieve something The program aims to teach children how to stay safe online. surround /suh-ROUND/ [verb] – to be all around something or someone A large garden surrounds the historic…
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Japan lowers growth estimate to 2.2% as consumer spending weakens

2025年3月28日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do changes in the economy affect daily life, such as shopping or job opportunities? How do you think rising wages can help improve an economy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. estimate /ES-tuh-mit/ [noun] – an approximate judgment or calculation, as of the value, amount, time, size, or weight of something The cost estimate for the new building was higher than expected. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a person who buys goods and services Consumers prefer affordable products with good quality. export /EK-sport/ [noun] – something that is exported The company…
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Japan lowers growth estimate to 2.2% as consumer spending weakens

2025年3月28日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you think businesses should change their prices when the economy slows down? Have you ever noticed prices increasing or decreasing in your local stores? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – a strong request or need for something There is high demand for fresh vegetables. annual /AN-yoo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening once every year The school holds an annual sports event. wage /weyj/ [noun] – money paid to workers for their job Workers receive their wages every Friday. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – Improvement or movement forward….
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Japan lowers growth estimate to 2.2% as consumer spending weakens

2025年3月28日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. persistent /per-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or happen, especially for longer than usual or desirable The persistent rain caused flooding in several areas of the city. dispute /dihs-PYOOT/ [noun] – a disagreement or argument between two or more people or groups The labor dispute between workers and the company lasted for several weeks. assert /uh-SURT/ [verb] – to state something in a strong and definite way She asserted her opinion confidently during the class discussion. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to quickly recover from difficulties or adapt to change The city’s resilient economy recovered rapidly…
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