His explanation was clear, and it was easy to understand.

What year were you born in AD?

This character '仂' is an ancient Chinese character that means surplus.

This story took place in the Heian period.

He tripped over the pebble at his feet.

He is running the company he inherited from his father.

This unpolished rice is fresh, and it can cook delicious rice.

He found an ancient cauldron.

He succeeded in all his consecutive jobs.

He has held consecutive jobs from a teacher to an editor, and then a writer.