He tied up the luggage tightly with a rope.

He is good at pounding mochi.

He picked up the coin that had fallen on the ground.

My mother was grinding rice into powder with a mortar.

A mysterious gem called 'Rui' was shining around her neck.

In ancient Japan, the toki (crested ibis) was considered a valuable bird.

The nights of the long month are especially beautiful with stars.

As a result of his efforts, he was able to gain fame.

May is my best friend, and she is always bright and energetic.

The mornings in November are particularly cold.