I decided to start dieting at the beginning of the year.

I decided to start a diet.

I decided to start a new project.

He came to Japan for the first time.

Since I started studying Japanese, I have been able to understand more about Japanese culture.

He started playing the piano.

Since I started the recording diet, my awareness of food has changed.

She was moved when she caught the first sight of the beautiful scenery.

When starting a big project, one should remember the proverb 'start with what's near at hand'.