Tag Archive: Japan News

Mount Fuji struggles with overtourism

2024年2月1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。 Have you ever seen Mount Fuji? Does Mount Fuji play a significant role in Japanese culture, history, and folklore? 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。 rule /rool/ [noun] – an accepted principle or instruction that states the way things are or should be done, and tells you what you are allowed or are not allowed to do In this company, punctuality is a strict rule, and employees are expected to arrive on time every day. strict /strikt/ [adjective] – strongly limiting someone’s freedom to behave as they wish, or…
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Mount Fuji struggles with overtourism

2024年2月1日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you already know or associate with Mount Fuji, both in terms of its physical characteristics and its cultural significance? What role does Mount Fuji play in Japanese culture or history? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage The bridge showed signs of strain after the heavy storm, prompting engineers to assess its structural integrity. descend /dih-SEND/ [verb] – to go or come down The hikers carefully descended the steep mountain trail,…
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Japan’s teamLab is set to launch an updated digital museum in Tokyo’s mega complex

2024年1月31日

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©Reuters/KIM KYUNG-HOON Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term “digital museum”? How do you imagine it might be different from a traditional museum? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. beneath /bih-NEETH/ [preposition] – in or to a lower position than someone or something, under someone or something The treasure was hidden beneath the old oak tree. construction /kuhn-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the work of building or making something, especially buildings, bridges, etc. The construction of the new bridge is progressing ahead of schedule. medical /MED-i-kuhl / [adjective] – related to…
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Japan’s teamLab is set to launch an updated digital museum in Tokyo’s mega complex

2024年1月31日

Japan's teamLab

©Reuters/KIM KYUNG-HOON 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。 Have you ever visited a museum before? Do you know what “digital art” means? 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。 builder /BIL-der/ [noun] – a person whose job it is to make buildings The skilled builder constructed a sturdy bridge across the river. central /SEN-truhl / [adjective] – in, at, from, or near the center or most important part of something The central park in the city is a favorite spot for picnics. culture /KUHL-cher/ [noun] – the way of life, especially the general customs and beliefs,…
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Japan’s teamLab is set to launch an updated digital museum in Tokyo’s mega complex

2024年1月31日

Japan's teamLab

©Reuters/KIM KYUNG-HOON Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. experimental /ik-sper-uh-MEN-tl / [adjective] – using new methods, ideas, substances, etc. that have not been tried before, usually in order to find out what effect they have The artist’s experimental approach to painting surprised and delighted the art community. merge /murj/ [verb] – to combine or join together, or to cause things to do this The software allows users to seamlessly merge multiple files into a single document. illusion /ih-LOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – something that is not really what it seems to be The magician created the illusion of a disappearing act that left the…
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Tokyo remembers earthquake from 100 years ago, urges preparedness

2024年1月29日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage or destruction The hurricane brought devastating winds and rain, leaving entire neighborhoods in ruins. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start The loud noise from the fireworks can sometimes trigger anxiety in pets. caution /KAW-shuhn/ [noun] – great care and attention The hiker proceeded with caution as she navigated the steep and rocky terrain. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] – something that is dangerous and likely to cause damage The construction site was marked with warning signs to alert workers of potential hazards. compelling /kuhm-PEL-ing/ [adjective] –…
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Tokyo remembers earthquake from 100 years ago, urges preparedness

2024年1月29日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of ‘earthquake’? What are the potential consequences of a major earthquake? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tragedy /TRAJ-i-dee/ [noun] – a very sad event or situation, especially one involving death or suffering The earthquake was a great tragedy, resulting in the loss of many lives and widespread destruction. claim /kleym/ [verb] – to cause the death of or take the lives of a significant number of people The deadly virus claimed the lives of thousands across the country. beneath /bih-NEETH/ [preposition] – in…
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