Kintsugi: a Golden Joinery Reviving Life
We - Online Open Campus: Art & Culture Enrollments Now Open! Traditional Arts: Kintsugi [Dec. 27th Wed.] Lesson Introduction: Bridging Tradition and Global Impact of Kintsugi Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique for restoring broken vessels. Imagine a cherished teacup with a crack or a bowl with a chip; instead of discarding them, the Japanese […]
Nakagin Capsule Tower: A Landmark of Metabolist Architecture
We - Online Open Campus: Sights & Nature Enrollments Now Open! Architectural Marvels: Nakagin Capsule Tower[Dec. 21st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: Farewell to an Architectural Icon The Nakagin Capsule Tower, designed by renowned architect Kisho Kurokawa, has been a symbol of the Metabolist architecture movement since its completion in 1972. Its distinctive design, featuring modular capsules […]
Himiko: Mysterious Queen Highlighted Ancient History
We - Online Open Campus: History Enrollments Now Open! World History Makers: Himiko [Dec. 21st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: The Enigmatic Queen Himiko In the tapestry of ancient Japanese history, the presence of Queens, particularly Empresses, adds a layer of intrigue. Among them, Queen Himiko stands out as a figure shrouded in mystery and romanticism, captivating […]
Sheep Announcing the Arrival of Guests
Author: Katsuyuki Hasegawa When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 羊 ひつじ sheep 埼玉県にあるバンブーパームの羊が注目を集めています。Sheep from Bamboo Palm in Saitama Prefecture, are garnering attention. 動物園 どうぶつえん zoo バンブーパームは予約制の動物園で、ミーアキャットやメガネフクロウなどが飼われています。Bamboo Palm is a reservation-based zoo with […]
Can Japan Become a “Human Resources” Powerhouse Through “Re-skilling”!?
Author: Katsuyuki Hasegawa When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) バブル経済 バブルけいざい bubble economy バブル経済崩壊後、日本の成長が低水準にとどまっています。After the collapse of the bubble economy, Japan's growth has remained at low levels. 本格化 ほんかくか the full-scale DXの本格化が進み、ChatGPTの台頭が話題となっています。The […]
Hebika genshou [New Expression and Buzzword]
Author: Natsuko Seki When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. 蛇化現象Snake phenomenon Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 愛おしい いとおしい adorable 好きな相手の言動をすべて愛おしく感じることが大切です。It's important to find all the words and actions of a loved one adorable. 受け入れる うけいれる […]
Human Dignity Questioned in the Coming “100-Year Life Era”
Author: Katsuyuki Hasegawa When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 長寿大国 ちょうじゅたいこく a country of longevity 日本は長寿大国で、平均寿命は世界トップクラスです。Japan is a longevity nation, with one of the highest average life expectancies in the world. 平均寿命 […]
“Tyrannosaurus Race” was held in Tottori Prefecture
Author: Katsuyuki Hasegawa When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 開催されました かいさいされました was held 今年4月、鳥取県大山町で「ティラノサウルスレース大山 2023」が開催されました。“Tyrannosaurus Race Daisen 2023” was held in Daisen Town, Tottori Prefecture this April. 全国 ぜんこく all over the […]
Hao [New Expression and Buzzword]
Author: Natsuko Seki When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. 好ハオLike, Good Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 好き すき like 「好ハオ」は「好き」「良い」という意味です。"Hao" means "like" or "good". 中国語 ちゅうごくご Chinese 中国語の「好」が元になっています。It is derived from the Chinese word "好 […]
Chiikawa koubun [New Expression and Buzzword]
Author: Natsuko Seki When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. ちいかわ構文Chiikawa Syntax Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 世界 せかい world 「ちいかわ構文」は「ちいかわ」の世界で使われています。“Chiikawa koubun” (Chiikawa Syntax ) used in the world of “Chiikawa”. 言い回し いいまわし phrase, expression […]