My younger brother is nearsighted and always wears glasses.

Today, I went to a supermarket that is slightly farther than usual.

He is wearing glasses for his farsightedness.

There is a large hole in this tea strainer.

Southern crabgrass is growing in my garden.

He looked surprised and reflexively said, 'Really?' as his second words.

After the New Year began, I sent a message to my friends saying 'Happy New Year'.

There is a cut in this cloth.

The Doujime ceremony is a part of traditional Japanese weddings.

Edamame is a staple food in Japan during the summer.