In old Japan, they used a scarecrow to drive birds away from the fields.

I want to go to Soi (Kagoshima).

Where is that in Kyushu?

It's improbable that he will pass the exam.

It seems probable that he will pass the exam.

Come to mention it, yesterday was your birthday, wasn't it?

Yes, I am studying Japanese.

It seems like it will rain tomorrow.

He is called a 'kid's room uncle', and is alienated from society.

He finished his work and went home right away.