My personal thought is that everyone should be treated equally.

He values his private life.

He was born as an illegitimate child and experienced many difficulties.

My grandfather used to till his privately-owned rice field.

He holds a personal grudge against me.

Using the private railway makes commuting very convenient.

I started a new job the month before last.

Mariko is my best friend.

Due to the strong yen, exporters are taking a big hit.

The yen exchange rate is rising sharply.