The severity of this exam was beyond anything we could imagine.

I went to the shrine in Ise city.

My hometown is Hongo.

This paper that has become useless can no longer be used.

I buy a new book at the bookstore every week.

Our formal meeting will be held next week.

I was surprised to hear his real intention.

The idol in this temple is very beautiful.

My mainland is Japan.

It's difficult to understand the essence of his words.