Mr. Horikomi is my best friend.

My hometown is Hongo.

I apologize for the inconvenient time, but we will hold a meeting.

I apologize for scheduling the meeting at a time that is inconvenient for you.

Due to yesterday's downpour, my garden was completely flooded.

I heard a groan from his room.

I could hear a groan of pain coming from his room.

In festivals at shrines, sacred 'Gohei' are used.

He swore never to make the same mistake again from that bad experience.

He is fed up with that job.