He defied his parents' opinion and chose his own path.

This country has a gerontocracy political system.

He likes to write haibun.

He commanded appropriately during the match.

This factory is treating wastewater with consideration for the environment.

I drank sake with a sake cup.

He entered the room.

Believing that failure is a stepping stone to success, he started a new business.

As a result of many years of smoking, he developed emphysema.