Understanding the Concept of 'Ordinary Japanese': Insights from Minako Nagasawa and Masahiro Nakai's Defense Team
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Understanding the Concept of ‘Ordinary Japanese’: Insights from Minako Nagasawa and Masahiro Nakai’s Defense Team

Question from a reader:
“Could you tell me specifically who is referred to as ‘ordinary Japanese’? I heard that it is defined by Minako Nagasawa and the new defense team of Masahiro Nakai, and I would like to know more about it.”

Who Exactly is ‘Ordinary Japanese’?

Recently, the term “ordinary Japanese” has been popping up frequently in conversations. Especially

The Surprising Depth of Sadness in Children's Stories: Exploring Realistic Themes in Anime and Fairy Tales
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The Surprising Depth of Sadness in Children’s Stories: Exploring Realistic Themes in Anime and Fairy Tales

Reader’s Question:
Are children’s works like anime, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and songs often filled with sad or realistic themes? For example, “Chiikawa” includes some realistic expressions. Is it common for children’s works to have such elements?

Exploring the Depths of Children’s Stories

So, I was thinking about this question regarding children’s

Cultural Misunderstandings in "Detective Conan": What Conan's Coffee Gesture Teaches Us About Communication
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Cultural Misunderstandings in “Detective Conan”: What Conan’s Coffee Gesture Teaches Us About Communication

Reader’s Question:
I have a question about a scene in “Detective Conan: Black Iron’s Fish Shadow.” In one part, Conan uses his thumb and index finger to indicate two cups of coffee, and the French person should know what that means. However, the French person responds with “one, okay.” Can someone

Cultural Misunderstandings in Ordering Coffee: The Hilarious Mix-Up in Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine
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Cultural Misunderstandings in Ordering Coffee: The Hilarious Mix-Up in Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine

Reader’s Question:
In “Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine,” there’s a scene where Conan orders two coffees using his thumb and index finger, and the French character seems to misunderstand him. How is it possible that the French character wouldn’t know that “two” means two? They respond with “one okay,” so what’s

Is Shohei Ohtani a Father? Clarifying the Rumors and International Birth Registration in Japan
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Is Shohei Ohtani a Father? Clarifying the Rumors and International Birth Registration in Japan

Question from a reader:
Does Shohei Ohtani have a daughter? Was she born in the 7th year of Reiwa?

About Shohei Ohtani and His Family

Recently, I’ve noticed many questions regarding Shohei Ohtani, particularly about whether he has a daughter. In reality, he does not have a daughter. I was curious about this as well and did some research, which I

Why Americans Shorten Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Name to "Yoshi" and Omit "Nobu"
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Why Americans Shorten Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s Name to “Yoshi” and Omit “Nobu”

Reader’s Question:
When Americans pronounce Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s name, why do they say “Yoshi Yamamoto”? What is the reason for omitting the “Nobu”? It’s strange that they can’t pronounce “Nobu” even though there is a similar sound in English. Can someone explain this to me?

How Americans Pronounce “Yoshinobu Yamamoto”

Recently, while chatting with friends, the topic of how Americans say Yoshinobu

Why President Zelensky's Casual Attire Matters in International Diplomacy
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Why President Zelensky’s Casual Attire Matters in International Diplomacy

Reader’s Question:
What is the reason President Zelensky does not wear a suit and tie? I believe that appropriate attire is essential for international meetings. Otherwise, it can feel disrespectful and uncomfortable to watch. I also wonder if his attire affected the dealings with President Trump, which did not go well.

Thoughts on President Zelensky’s Attire

Hello! Recently, there has been