The practice of tanabata declined after the solar calendar was adopted in 1873 and such trend was further spurred by the economic downturn after the First World War.

Today, even in a room where there is already tokonoma, it is often remodeled into a closet.

(1) This Act shall come into force as from the date specified by a Cabinet Order within a period not exceeding two years from the day of promulgation; however, that the provisions of the part of Article 23, paragraph 1, concerning receiving of the consent of both Houses, and provisions of Article 40 to Article 42 inclusive and the following paragraph, shall come into force as from the day of promulgation.

these variations from custom are illogical, incomprehensible, and unmodifiable

He said that his previous dentist told him that he'd remove nicotine stains if he stopped smoking.

Enclose your resume in this envelope and submit it to the personnel department.

She was distracted by grief.

Carelessness was looked on as a serious defect.

Recycling is more environmentally friendly.

With his income, he cannot afford the costly dinners.