One of the important differences between Japanese and Americans is that Japanese tend to choose a safe course in life, while Americans choose to explore and challenge life.

Mt. Fuji is known to everyone.

Thoughtless speech may give rise to great mischief.

Darren is to be put through a trial. If he fails, it's the death penalty!

An old woman was burnt to death.

In Japan, only women are entitled to take the national obstetrics exam.

It is only recently that crude oil has come to be used to make chemical products.

A recession is bound to come next year.

Thanks to which I was up nearly all night.