7/4/22(mon), 7/5/22(tue), 7/6/22(wed)

7/4/22
Not bad for over two hours walk. I got this Omron one in fall 2018 when I decided to lose 15kg(33lbs), and my record so far was 19,835. Humans can really improve once we become really decisive. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Well, tonight, fireworks pop up everywhere, even in my city. I love listening to Angra's classic tune this season, both musical and lyrical aspects. I'd say, this song is a perfect one to celebrate this unforgettable moment

#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oG6kxhGU8Y
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First anime: Adventures of Gamba[ガンバの冒険], oh I feel I'm so ossan
Last Anime: Heroines Run the Show[ヒロインたるもの]
Best Anime: Spirited Away[千と千尋の神隠し]
Worst anime: Re:Creators, lots of great staff but the outcome was highly questionable
#animegataris
https://twitter.com/Kiraofthewind1/status/1543958151707312129
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My mom was from Ise-City, Mie-pref(三重県伊勢市). In the 80s, she often took my younger brother and me to her hometown during long vacations. Its scenery was similar to this trail. Fewer buildings, more nature things. Ouch, fxk, a bee stung me
#fpsmode
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This was daytime, around 2pm. Average 80F(26.7F), but the humidity was low. So, when the wind blew, I felt comfortably cool air. I Mother Earth's first 3 albums really match this scenery(and fish). Anyone remember this band from the 90s? Quite an underrated band
#fpsmode
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This trail is called "San Gabriel River Trail" and stretches to 35.4 miles(56.9km). It's pretty flat and less windy. So, pretty notable cycling course for those live in L.A. County. One time I saw horseback riding folks
#fpsmode
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Yesterday, I stepped away from my computer during the daytime since the temperature went low and no A/C was needed. We have this hiking trail near my house(just a 20min walk), so make myself lighter, a water bottle and my Android, and into the wild
#fpsmode
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Humans aren't perfect. Cashers can make mistakes. So, I deliberately check the receipt right after I pay. Oh, didn't buy 4 packs of garlic. Immediately notified. 15min later. Got the cash back. Gotta be careful and shrewd since I challenge screenwriting
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Every Sunday, my wife takes me to a Mexican supermarket since vegetables there are relatively cheap. This time, she went to Anime Expo from 7am. So, I gotta walk 50min, and hop onto a bus to return. Nearly 2hrs round-trip with a backpack full of veggies
#kimagureiwhimsy
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My wife gave me this poster, scheduled to be on-air from 8/1(U-NEXT) and 8/8(Tokyo MX, Crunchyroll). Never heard of this "Fuuto Tantei(風都探偵)" and recognized it as the manga version of "Kamen Rider W" Sounds quite promising from the staff and the seasoned cast
#animegataris
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This year's official guidebook. I'm often amazed by its booklet quality and overall formatting. The opening pages feature Eric Garcetti and L.A. Consulate's Consul General's words. Oh, that's "Dr. Stone." Will the next season be the last?
#animegataris
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My wife's other "Senrihin(戦利品=war trophy)." When I see Jojo and Bastard line up next to each other, I feel like I went back to 1989. Yeah, stay connected. I'm very sure I can run 10hrs of unstoppable anime talk with some of my fantasy-lovin' folks
#animegataris
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The only Fate series I fully watched was "Fate/Zero," and I believe that was Aoki Ei(あおきえい)'s best directorial work next to "Garei-Zero(喰霊-零-)." Now, I spice up my workstation. Tanjiro is glaring at me
#animegataris
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So, my wife got an extra copy of this desktop full-color calendar. Covers this month to August '23. "Lycoris Recoil(リコリス・リコイル)"'s 1st ep was a scattered one. Animation/drawing quality was A-class, but the characters and story setting was
#animegataris
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In Japan, many curry-specialized restaurants serve the curry sauce like this. So, some Japanese people like me remember it as "a curry pot(カレーポット)." I didn't know its correct name "a gravy boat," so took a while to find it on Amazon. About $10
#mydinnerlastnite
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Recap for My New Folks Monday
#studyjapanthursday->I also have a lot to learn about my country
#unsolvedmysterytuesday->I can't sleep early on Tuesdays
#myryugakuexp->international students always struggle
#japanjan->we say, "Aru Aru(あるある)=general trivia"
 

7/5/22
"Yokokuhen(予告編)=teaser trailer" for tomorrow night. These three are pretty minor that regular Japanese people might not know their existence. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#yokuropedia
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While I was rewatching(maybe the 26th time?), I got so amused when this character "punches in its face." This is the magic of "26 Years Later," not that running zombie one. Oh, sxt, he even kicked the alien
#filmsigotalot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjh_YGrtN9k
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Even though the story, the plot, and the characters were shallow and thin, ossan like me got so enticed by "the alien attack" scene back in 26yrs ago. Oh, I was still a teen at that time. This film stunned the Japanese audience, USA! USA!
#filmsigotalot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uA7KeLSJ32E
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Last night, while hearing fireworks outside, guess what I relished even though it's a typical "Yokokuhen Sagi(予告編詐欺)=trailer is excellent." "Sagi(詐欺)" often means "fraudulent, rip off." Well, just cut fat(=skip drama scenes)
#filmsigotalot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1E7h3SeMDk
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When I want an instant chill, I imagine this. In a bathroom, facing a mirror. Only me in my house since my wife drove down to the office. I close my eyes and wash my face. When I open up my eyes, "someone" stands behind me. This "cut" easily tingles my spine.
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Better cool down. According to the following article from a freelance writer, the pronunciation of "井の頭公園" is "Inokashira Park" even though "井の頭" pronounces as "Inogashira." Maybe some of my Japanese folks sing "Goro(五郎), goro, fooo"
#jpn104
https://tak-shonai.cocolog-nifty.com/crack/2014/04/post-1660.html
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
Lots of mysteries. Yet, quite limited evidence. The statute of limitations expired on April 23rd, 2009, at 0am. Now, this incident transformed into one of the creepiest stories in Japan's history.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
Some witnesses said they saw a young man who looked similar to the victim. He was beaten by two men near the victim's house. Also, two men with trash bags were discerned in the park on the dawn of the 23rd.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inokashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
The conjectured victim was a first-class architect with no obvious issues with others. Some witnesses reported that on the night of the 22nd, they heard the sound of a traffic accident with a scream near the park.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
This incident heavily gathered the nationwide attention due to its extreme cruelty and abnormal measures. Some surmised it was caused by insane religious groups seek for victims.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
According to the officials, only one-third of the victim's body parts were found. Most of the thorax and cephalic regions were still missing. Thus, the victim is still not perfectly identified.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
Each piece was cut by a buzz saw and integrated into 20cm(7.9in) to fit into the park's trash box(12in x 12in x 8in). Blood was completely drained. So, some researchers advocate the existence of multiple suspects.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
Each bag was professionally tied in a fisherman's way. Every single fingerprint was shaved. Yet, the police speculated the victim was "Kawamura Seiichi(川村誠一)," 35, from the remaining DNA and fingerprints. 
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident]
The police officers closed the entire park and investigated everywhere. They discovered a total of 27 human body pieces from 7 trash boxes. Those pieces were wrapped in a black bag and a transparent bag.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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Tonight isn't that hot. But. Let's chill out. I'll dig "Inogashira Park Dismemberment Incident(井の頭公園バラバラ殺人事件)" happened on April 23rd, 1994, when a cleaning lady found a mutilated ankle in the trash of Inokashira Park(井の頭恩賜公園).
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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My regular dinner consists of four: rice, salad, kobachi(小鉢=appetizer), and okazu(おかず=entree). But last night, the curry sauce still remained a little. So, why not adding toast? My dinner table is like, that Andrew W.K.'s famous song, "Party Hard."
#mydinnerlastnite
 

7/6/22
Yahoo Japan's "Trending Now" often turns hellish warzone filled with hate speeches and anime icons to "attack someone." Yet, Orihime(織姫=Vega) and Hikoboshi(彦星=Altair) can sedate and ease even online lions. First time in years I perceive Japan's Twitter as "safe"
#japanjan
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When Japanese people of my age hear Valensia's name, some of us imagine, "Ah, that one hit wonder Gaia Dutch guy" since J-Wave promoted his debut. I love his "III"('98), filled with songs that evoke me the images of summer. Best for now.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZB77Y8Q6xq8
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Ibukijuku-san introduced tweepsmap.com to us. Swiftly analyzed mine. I initially guessed 90% are English-speaking folks. Actually, 80. And, lots of folks from the East Coast
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/ibukijuku/status/1543063345707851776
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My country often astonishes me when pursuing "Chow Kawaii(超カワイイ)" something. This, cafe, kills. In recent years, "Kyawawa(きゃわわ)" turned trend among young girls instead of Kawaii. Ossan like me now feel I'm, that Camus' one, L'Etranger(異邦人)
#japanjan
https://twitter.com/00yukabonny00/status/1544681941290459141
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Q: What's the best/worst/dumbest thing you got away with in school?(@AnthonyLaFauci)
Another "Ane-san(姐さん)=asskickin' dauntless girl" episode unearthed. I'm sure Kate-san can repel Japan's notorious school bullies by punching flashy gals straight.
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/TheKateFlemming/status/1544459805133156352
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Our homemade "Hiyashi Chuuka no Tarei(冷やし中華のタレ)=the sauce" is the core. Mix Shoyu(50ml/1.7oz), bonito soup(40ml/1.4oz), seasoned vinegar(50ml/1.7oz), mirin&sake(20ml/0.7oz), sesame oil(10ml/0.4oz), sugar(10ml/0.4oz). Boil until sugar dissolves.
#mydinnerlastnite
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We're heading to hot days from next week. Now, the season of "Hiyashi Chuuka(冷やし中華)=Cold Chinese Noodle" arrives. Cucumber, tomato, ham, and scrambled egg are the keys. Sometimes replace the ham with boiled pork belly
#mydinnerlastnite
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We write "七夕(たなばた)," including "Nana(七)=seven" and "Yuu(夕)=sunset." The only time when Orihime(織姫=Vega) and Hikoboshi(彦星=Altair) reunite. Precisely, not 7/7. 2022 will be 8/4(Thur), but most people set it on 7/7. Soumen(そうめん) fits the best here.
#japanjan
https://twitter.com/nihonjean/status/1544704661445169153
 

7/1/22(fri), 7/2/22(sat), 7/3/22(sun)

7/1/22
Didn't know this solo female black metaller from Washington. Only four tracks E.P. but this is fine-tuned old-school Norwegian-style black metal. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXcAbJt_cOg
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Title: Ohayogirl
Result: survived 'til the finalist in the local contest last year
Pages: 1
For Those: International students, non-American-college life, racial diversity
Note: I upload the new chapter every Friday, so, you know, huh
#firstpagefriday #1stpagefriday
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Screenplay Reader Friday
What I remember about the original: opening and final dog fight scenes, and a beach volley scene. In this screenplay, it's interesting to read transitions between the pilot's cockpit and the control tower.
#screenplayfridays
https://www.scriptslug.com/assets/scripts/top-gun-1986.pdf
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One of my great surprises is when my long-running folks, maybe I noticed Tetsu-san from his HTML website over two decades ago. exhibits me decent English skills and deep-dive our thoughts. Folks, so this Tetsu-san, he knows progressive rock music a lot. A LOT
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/pilgrimworld/status/1542754528373919744
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I strayed a lot. But. I stayed on the initial goal: acquire plausible English proficiency. Now, here I am. Through this Twitter account, like last night, I also can study and learn topics I lightly dealt with in the past. I'll continue to be informative, folks
#langbarriersxxt
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Why do I use English? I have entertaining stories, either fiction or non-fiction, to share with wider people regardless of age, gender, and ethnicity. The English language works best for me to reach more educated and knowledgeable people.
#langbarriersxxt
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We have this funny Japanglish: "Eigo Kompurekkusu(英語コンプレックス)=intimidated feelings toward the English Language." Also, "Complex" is widely misunderstood by the majority of Japanese people now. They recognize it as "feeling third-rate"
#langbarriersxxt
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One notion I sensed from those lazy Japanese people living in this country but unable to adapt to American culture was that they just wanna show off to other Japanese people like, "I can speak fluent English!" But, their contents are often pointless and uninspiring.
#myryugakuexp
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My folks might think, those Japanese characters I wrote on Ch.14 are a joke, but I don't think I can be such creative to generate dumbass characters without encountering "the real ones." Those "gave up Japanese" I saw had nearly zero will to study hard
#myryugakuexp
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That failing Japanese intl. students had these traits: used agents that take ridiculous "service fees," no educative purpose, didn't show up on class sessions, misunderstood "speak English is already cool," and hanging around with other Japanese students
#myryugakuexp
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This afternoon, I posted a lot on a single thread since some of those might hook my folks whose interested in international students. Even not reading the previous chapters, this 14 might be an entertaining one. I encountered too many lazy Japanese students
#myryugakuexp
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My magic pot. This serves up to five nights. Boiled beef shank for 3hrs. 12 ingredients: jalapeno, garlic, pepper, cumin, coriander, chili, paprika, cayenne pepper, cardamone, fenugreek, cloves, and butter. Really spicy but unstoppable
#mydinnerlastnite
 

7/2/22
Emoji Nagurigaki(殴り書き=rough drawing) Saturday
I didn't get into Walpurgis Madoka Night deep, but I watched until the film that features the Gunkata scene. Oh, my folks. I'll be "Off" today and tomorrow. Will be back on Monday the 4th. Happy ID4 holidays!
#emojitegaki

7/3/22
Yokokuhen(予告編=teaser trailer) 4 Tomorrow Sunday
"Senrihin(戦利品=war trophy)" from my wife. Aniplex's full-color desktop calendar. It includes "Lycoris Recoil," "The Millionaire Detective," and so on. She said the number of visitors was similar to 2019
#AnimeExpo2022
 

6/28/22(tue), 6/29/22(wed), 6/30/22(thur)

6/28/22
Left: another regular day and time
Right: Pugyaaaahhhh!(^Д^)プギャー!
Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Q: how many girls are present in this Tweet?
A: Zero
My folks, I'll explain "Otoko no Ko(男の娘)" happened in these years someday-kyun. As long as it is "Nijigen(二次元)=2D," I welcome. Oh, that pink one actually has a nice big "Ichimotsu(一物)=cock"
#animegataris
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They were a typical "Namae Makei(名前負け)=only the name wins" EXCEPT this song. Tricky intro, groovy and nimble, solid breakpoint, and bass outro. I shout together "Muthafxker com'on!" The pom pom boys and the jock strap girls
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BJgyUI-KMo
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I think my mind got now too "awakened". Can't sleep early tonight. Maybe better rewatch "Inu to Neko(犬と猫どっちも飼ってると毎日たのしい)=With a Dog AND a Cat, Every Day is Fun". 2min Iyashi(癒し=comforting) anime
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://www.crunchyroll.com/with-a-dog-and-a-cat-every-day-is-fun
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If you Google "富田の股割れ," you may find tons of articles analyzing this particular incident. Even though 3 decades have passed, it continues to incite our morbid curiosity. "The Disappearance of..." stories often chill our spine when we deep dive.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
This article transcribed the original and translated them into modern-day language. I copied and pasted the "translated" sentences into Deepl. Still, even in English, it was quite bone-chilling to read through.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
https://guardians7.com/kamomae-yuki/
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
The recent speculation: the letters were actually written by "Tomida no Mataware" who might be working with yakuza people. She wanted to express her apology to the Kamomae family, yet didn't want herself in crisis. So she "nuanced" words.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
Later, eyewitnesses of Yuki reported that they saw her in Yokkaichi's Tomida Station just before her disappearance, and some saw a yakuza-looking guy talking to Yuki. Mysteries continue to accumulate.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
Mystery #4: the jargon "Asayan(アサやん)" might be the anagram of "Yaasan(ヤーさん)"=a slangy way to refer to Yakuza. So, Yakuza people might be related to this case.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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Mystery #3: why were all three formats randomly employed in these letters? The sender obviously intended the writing to be impossible to decipher. There were speculations that the elder person composed since lots of nuanced words existed.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
Mystery #2: "Dattan Kaikyo(韃靼海峡)," now called "Mamiya Kaikyo(間宮海峡)=Strait of Tartary," was referred to in the second letter. Some surmised Yuki was kidnapped and sent to North Korea or Russia.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
Mystery #1: why did the sender write "Kaaisou(カアイソウ)" instead of "Kawaisou(かわいそう)=pity" in Katakana format? Why their names were mistyped as "Miyuki" and "Hideyuki"? Yet, why did those typos seem "adjacent"?
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
So, still, those people who stepped into this mysterious disappearance of an elementary girl in Mie-Pref, including me, believe this case was an abduction, and those grudges related to ancestors might be a trigger.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
The challengers were particularly appalled by these two phrases: "Miyuki Kaaisou(ミユキカアイソウ)" and "Tomida no Mataware(富田の股割れ)." Lots of them linked Yuki and Miyuki, then interpreted the word "Mataware" as "a whore."
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
Even though the letters were nearly impossible to comprehend, once these were fully leaked, lots of people tried to unlock uncanny words dispersed in the letters. And, most "challengers" shuddered.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
We say these creepy letters "Kaibunsho(怪文書)." "Kai(怪)=inexplicable, eerie, creepy" and "Bunsho(文書)=letter." Yet, since Yuki was completely disappeared, this Kaibunsho turned national attention once the media outlet reported it.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
The three letters were written vertically and randomly displayed Kanji, Katakana, and Hiragana. It was so hard to read that even experts couldn't decipher the exact meaning.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
Three years later. An anonymous envelope reached the Kamomae family with the typo of her father's name "Hideyuki(秀行)" as the recipient (his name was Yoshiyuki[芳行]). It included three handwritten letters.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
According to the record, Yuki's favorite hot cocoa was left unfinished, and the pink jacket she always wears when going outside was also present. Later, some anonymous and silent phone calls reached the Kamomae family.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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[Miyuki Kaaisou]
This was an unsolved case that happened in Yokkaichi, Tomida, Mie-pref, on March 15th, 1991. The second grader girl "Yuki Kamomae(加茂前ゆき)" mysteriously disappeared. When family members came home around 3pm, there was no trace of Yuki.
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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In Japan, when hot days arrive, we love exchanging horror/creepy stories, especially "true/urban legend" ones. How about, let's dig those on Tuesday? Open up a new hashtag. So, tonight. "Miyuki Kaaisou(ミユキカアイソウ)"
#unsolvedmysterytuesday
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Sometimes love attempting the "Subuta(酢豚)=sweet n' sour pork"-style. Generally, we mix it with bell pepper, onion, carrot, and pineapple. This time, I replaced pine with boiled potato. Oh, this one works fine. Cooking is like science
#mydinnerlastnite
 

6/29/22
Really a minor artist only lasted for one album. Yet, backed up by the notable songwriter Asuka Ryo(飛鳥涼), I value this as a top-notch female J-pop tune. Easily illustrates the summer breeze and clear blue sky. The aesthetic of 90s J-pop.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqAzkrtTJA0
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"Ruridragon"'s overall pacing somehow reminds me of "Soredemo Machi wa Mawatteiru(それでも町は廻っている)=And Yet the Town Moves." Both the manga and anime of "Soremachi" were enjoyable. But. The manga ended in 2016, and the anime ran in 2010. Already a history.
#animegataris
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[Ruridragon(ルリドラゴン)]
Japanese manga fans immediately referred to the similarity with "Machikado Mazoku(まちカドまぞく)=The Demon Girl Next Door" due to its initial setup. To me, Domazo is condensed and fast-paced while Ruri is more loose and spacy
#animegataris
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It's called "Ruridragon(ルリドラゴン)." "Yomikiri(読み切り)=tryout episode" ran on "Jump GIGA" last year got a solid reaction, and promoted to WSJ's new serialization from this June. For a limited time, you can read the first 2eps below.
#animegataris
https://www.shonenjump.com/j/rensai/ruri.html
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While I was relishing Jena-tan, oops, Jena-san(@Valerie_Storm)'s novel, there are scenes where the protagonist can't control her special ability. I somehow reminded Weekly Shonen Jump's latest one that got strong attention on the Internet now.
#animegataris
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[-chan(ちゃん)]
Oh, yeah. When "Card Captor Sakura" stormed Japan's Internet in the late 90s, tons of guys roared "Sakura-tan" online. I felt creepy and alarming at that time. Now, I feel "Natsukashii(懐かしい)=nostalgic". "アーニャたん" can be the latest?
#jpn101 #jpn104
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[-chan(ちゃん)]
In the 90s and 2000s, "-tan(たん)" turned popular among Japanese online addicts, particularly among anime fans, as an alternative for "-chan." I don't perceive this much often compared to a decade ago. Still, sounds playful and kawaii, huh?
#jpn101 #jpn104
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[-chan(ちゃん)]
Very common but maybe unfamiliar for non-Japanese people: young people quite often call their parents "Touchan(父ちゃん)=dad" and "Kaachan(母ちゃん)=mom" since "Tousan(父さん)=father" and "Kaasan(母さん)=mother" sound too formal.
#jpn101 #jpn104
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[-chan(ちゃん)]
Let's say, if I have a friend named "Junji" who's of close age and often hangs around, I call him "Jun-chan." If I work with a staff member "Rina," younger than me and less skilled, I call her "Rina-chan."
#jpn101 #jpn104
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"-chan(ちゃん)" is a handy and useful honorific since it's genderless and ageless. We often apply it to someone cute, catchy, or young. We also use it among people with a very close relationship, mostly non-blood related.
#jpn101 #jpn104relationships
https://twitter.com/nihonjean/status/1541450232109465606
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"Black hair dominance" depends on which school to go to. Those private, elite schools often prohibit fancy hair colors. Meanwhile, those schools with mostly delinquent kids, you can guess. Yet, not being as colorful as we often see in school animes
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/MidoriAnzai/status/1541425883549802497
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Googled it, and noticed the incident sounds quite similar to last night's "Miyuki Kaaisou." Seems like a well-known incident among Japanese mystery fans and they call it "マデリン・マクカーン失踪事件." "Shissou(失踪)=missing," "Jiken(事件)=incident."
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/DarkRedshift/status/1542103494118854657
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My salad base is simple: regular lettuce, onion, tomato, and cucumber. Then, I add rice vinegar, two dressings, cocktail peanuts, and black forest ham. Oh, a hard-boiled egg is also a good one to go. Stay balanced
#mydinnerlastnite
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JPN Shinshouhin(新商品=new product) Wednesday
From: Jiji.com
https://www.jiji.com/jc/article?k=000003556.000016756&g=prt
NARUTO x Sanrio. These badges will be released through "Studio Pierrot Store(スタジオぴえろストア)." Domestic only, so better ask your friends in Japan!
#shinshouhinday
 

6/30/22
Some researchers argue if The Onin War didn't happen, those "lost" beautiful cities in Kyoto might survive, yet Sengoku Jidai would not be that vibrant. History in any world is worth studying. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Oh, yeah. Tomorrow is "the real" Anime Expo back in two years. My wife bought the 4-day pass, woke up at 6am, and completed the Covid check. I "Oinori(お祈り)=pray" you all anime warriors tomorrow. Stay safe, and enjoy your anime life
#AnimeExpo2022 #animegataris
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Ok, the first episode of "Bastard!!" Oh, this was so Netflixed fun ride that my young fantasy-lovin' folks like Eri-tan(@Kiraofthewind1) and her friends can enjoy. Blood, gore, violence, and magic spells! So far, I,
#AnimeExpo2022 #animegataris
https://comicbook.com/anime/news/bastard-heavy-metal-dark-fantasy-now-on-netlfix/
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Study Japan Thursday
The Ashikaga family conquered the center of Japan for nearly 240 years, from founder Ashikaga Takauji(足利尊氏), 1338-1358. The below article covers all 15 Ashikaga Daishogun. Oh, poor Yoshimasa(義政)
#studyjapanthursday
https://www.touken-world.jp/tips/56961/#anchor01
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
While the Onin War divided the center of Japan, other Shugo Daimyo and those rich families with assets revolted and declared an independency. Yes, it was the commencement of Sengoku Jidai.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The Onin War's major trigger: who will be the next "Seiitaishogun(征夷大将軍)=the conquerer of Japan" in the Ashikaga surroundings? Then, one after another started to lie and betray.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
Recap. Muromachi Shogunate(室町幕府, 1338-1573) was solidified by the Ashikaga family(足利将軍家). Yet, they constantly confronted family inheritance issues.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
"Hito(人)=human=alt. of ONE." "Yo(世)=world=alt. of FOUR." "Mu=alt. of SIX." "Nashi=alt. of SEVEN." "Munashi(むなし/虚し)=void, empty." There, "1467=人の世むなし." That's how students memorize it.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
Since this war just wasted military resources and destroyed cultural assets without accomplishing anything practical, historians later named it, "The Onin War, Hito no Yo Munashi(人の世むなし)." 
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The Ashikaga family lost their majesty, and Shugo Daimyo started revolting and establishing their properties. The invincible "Muromachi Bakufu(室町幕府)=Muromachi Shogunate" deteriorated day by day.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The beautiful cities of Kyoto were burnt down to ashes. And, those upper-class people, folks remember "Shugo Daimyo(守護大名)," got frustrated against the Ashikaga family and their surroundings.
#studyjapanthursday
https://twitter.com/ymkt0876/status/1537627528281485312
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The war sluggishly lasted for 11 years and abruptly ended in 1478 when the West army disbanded. This war was internal, almost like Civil War between snob nobles.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The confusing part: both the East and the West armies contained members of the Ashikaga and Hatayama families. The siblings fought to inherit the family names as "the official."
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
"Hana no Gosho(花の御所)"=the mansion for Ashikaga Shogunate, and "Gosho(御所)" refers to those residents of top-notch class(e.g., emperor, royal) families. Yet, it was burnt down due to this war
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The Battle of Kamigyo lasted for two full days. There was no obvious winner since both sides were exhausted and unmotivated. Yet, the East withhold "Hana no Gosho(花の御所)."
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
"Kamigyo no Tatakai(上京の戦い)=The Battle of Kamigyo" commenced on May 26th, 1467. The battleground was the center of Kyoto-Fu. The East gathered 160K soldiers while the West was 160K.
#studyjapanthursday
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No statistic, but I believe "Yakisoba Pan(焼きそばパン)=Japanese stir-fried noodle sandwich" is still a top 5 menu among high school kids in Japan. We usually sandwich Yakisoba with a hotdog bun. So, this style may be "Jadoh(邪道)=heresy" in the mass
#mydinnerlastnite
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Academic Reading Thursday
Review for tonight. This article clarified that war to me. I wholeheartedly disdain those Japanese who claim "experts" since they overissue tech. terms and disfigure easy things into complicated sxt
#foreducationalpurposes
https://www.warhistoryonline.com/medieval/the-onin-war-m.html?chrome=1
 

6/25/22(sat), 6/26/22(sun), 6/27/22(mon)

6/25/22
Oh, like Thursday's famous song, I love this reverse counting Yon(四), San(三), Ni(二), Ichi(一), burn this city, burn this city down tonight. I love "A City by the Light Divided"('06) as their best album. Loved listening to emo years ago.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9i-ErJd_g2A
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Even if I Google "きのこの山 たけのこの里," I encounter tons of articles arguing which one is superior. So, a retired school teacher in Kochi got intrigued by this argument and crafted this excellent clay object (from @withnewsjp). There's always genius somewhere
#japanjan
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[Kinoko vs. Takenoko]
Since the two share quite similar shapes, concepts, and nature, "Kinoko, Takenoko, Docchi?(どっち=which)" often turns, yeah like Dream Theater's "influenced from Tool" song, "The Great Debate" since the 80s.
#japanjan
https://kakakumag.com/food/?id=14425
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I assume some of my folks know "Kinoko no Yama(きのこの山)=Mushroom Mountains" and "Takenoko no Sato(たけのこの里)=Bamboo Shoots Villages." Yes, those two tasty chocolate/biscuit snacks. Kinoko was 1975, and Takenoko was 1979. Kinoko has slightly more chocolate.
#japanjan
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Some Japanese jokingly say, "The Great 'Lemon Juice on Karaage' War." It was a laughing matter at first. But. Like those horror film premises, jokes turned serious. (like Jojo, we hear ゴゴゴゴゴゴ on a walla) People start brawling online
#japanjan
https://dic.pixiv.net/a/%E5%94%90%E6%8F%9A%E3%81%92%E3%81%AB%E3%83%AC%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E5%A4%A7%E6%88%A6%E4%BA%89
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Not just curry, we Japanese often argue with "really?" topics. "Is it legit to pour lemon juice on Karaage?" can be disastrous for some people. Even I Google "唐揚げ　レモン," I discern lots of split opinions among Japanese communities.
#japanjan
https://www.nichireifoods.co.jp/media/3060/
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The last night's "The Separation of Curry and Rice" intrigued lots of my folks. To me, for pasta, I go with this "Ying and Yang" style since I want the pasta to be "immersed." I stir-fry pasta with butter beforehand. Should I say, "The Great Divide"
#mydinnerlastnite
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My human translation:
"Amateur writers=all characters speak and act in the same way. Distinguish each character's perception, attitude, policy, and value. Then, exhibit those from dialogues. Coming up with individual color is one solution to be a pro."
#jpnusertranslation
https://twitter.com/scenarionavi/status/1540732098830807040
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Emoji Nagurigaki(殴り書き=rough drawing) Saturday
We have two letters to express "dragon". "竜" and "龍," both pronounce "Ryu." The former, simplified one is often used for boy names since it's easy to write. I often see the latter one in fictions like novels
#emojitegaki
 

6/26/22
I really thought this was another phishing e-mail. Googled it, and recognized it's official. I haven't used a Facebook account for years, so go ahead and eliminate it. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!e
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Wonder if the Twitter committee abolishes the "Iine(いいね)=Likes" system, how many Japanese users delete their accounts? I assume, over 30M. I mean, I find no value in Likes since it doesn't deliver me the actual cash. Just a fictional numbers, you know?
#japanjan
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When I Quote Retweet every Sunday, I thoroughly deliver this: I believe your Tweet should be shared among my great and educated folks. And, I gotta add my comment on each to express "I read yours" I just want to be honest and straightforward. Likes? Who cares
#japanjan
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My Japanese friend was relentless: "You forgot, we always [Teisai wo Kinisuru(体裁を気にする=just focus on how we look outside)], only recognizing Likes, not your words." Sxt, kinda noticed this, but, when delivered by my friend in convincing words, more depressing.
#japanjan
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My Japanese friend nailed me: "Let's say, if your Japanese followers Retweet yours, but yours are written in English, so, he/she receives nearly 0 Likes compared to their regular Tweets earning hundreds of Likes even those are boring sxt." So, they stop RT yours."
#japanjan
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I was quite convinced by my Japanese friend's words: "They only want Likes. Even if you write a great Tweet, if it marks low Likes, Japanese users consider it worthless. They can't see the wood for the trees. So fxkin' blindx." I tap my left palm with my right fist.
#japanjan
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Days ago, when I discussed with my Japanese friend who does Twitter a lot. I asked, "Why JP's don't do a positive Retweet? Instead, do lots of fuck you Quote Retweet?" He said, "'Cause those dumbasses just want Likes, and it can instantly receive Likes."
#japanjan
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My Curry Quest for Tanelorn this month concludes. This is a rare exception I allow "curry on the top." Oh, this omelet? Of course, chicken fried ketchup rice inside. This is when I thank my country's top-notch food culture. Itadakimasu(頂きます=I'll eat)
#mydinnerlastnite
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Today's QR Title:
Not sure how many of my folks are familiar with this band. Their "Shadowland"('02) is the best since all songs are compact but grandeur.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peIGn70Bjrc
 

6/27/22
Like those "Street Fighter II"-style One-On-One Fighting games, PERFECT, "VITAL 30000" Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Passed 100F(38C) today. On hot nights, I prefer listening to Stabbing Westward's self-titled('01). Here, they featured restrained yet passionate melodies and completely dismissed the uninspiring industrial metal style. Cools me down well
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrqLO991ZDs
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I wanna share informative/educative words from others with my folks. Not like, "Hey guys look at this dumbass' Tweet hehehe" I read, think, add more to it, and challenge my intelligence. I'm sure I utilize "Quote/Retweet" in the most practical/ideal way
ykqrpolicy
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When I was fxking around in Japanese Twitter communities years ago, I felt alert every time I got Quote/Retweet. From my experience, 80% are malicious. I wanted to clear that negative image. So, I only Quote/Retweet for a purely positive purpose
ykqrpolicy
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I'm now tempted to thrust sharp spears at "Densha Otoko(電車男)"'s manipulated trend. Maybe some of my folks heard "100 Wani Enjo(100ワニ炎上)." Enjo(炎上) refers to those in the fiercely hot seats. These titles were great examples of bad stealth marketing
#langbarriersxxt
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I'm now tempting to thrust sharp spears to "Densha Otoko(電車男)"'s manipulated trend. Maybe some of my folks heard "100 Wani Enjo(100ワニ炎上)." Enjo(炎上) refers to those in the fiercely hot seats. These titles 
#langbarriersxxt
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Now, as you see the attached, the title returned to the original. The distributing staff in 2005 thought this was funny. Unfortunately, I've seen so many Japanese arrogant sxt insist, "I'm funny so you should laugh." Such despicable guys.
#langbarriersxxt
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When Napoleon Dynamite was released in Japan, its initial title was "Bus Otoko(バス男)" since the distributor tried to hop onto "Densha Otoko(電車男)"'s trend. The distributor oversimplified its common concept to "a nerdy guy." Tons of backlash later.
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/00yukabonny00/status/1541528801460400128
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He later suggested I use "tastes" rather than "seems." My folks really gave me confidence that I basically follow correct word usage. Then, they "suggest" since they expect me to improve/upgrade. Truly helpful people exist, and I'm so happy to have interactions
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/MaikelYarimizu/status/1540571488746893312
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Quite a rare experience that one of my folks went through. Even though I was miles away from Japan, I heard lots of entertainment were canceled for weeks. Japanese people often do lots of "self/voluntary restraint," which we use the word: "Jishuku(自粛)."
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/SKensington11/status/1540561030878613507
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As I cited days ago, I feel Japanese TV dramas and films for these decades really struggle in composing "natural, crisp, snappy, and quotable" dialogues while those in anime and manga continue to impress us. Wonder whether those writers overlook anime/manga
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/ymkt0876/status/1540885421382463488
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Since I wanted to change my icon, I took three patterns. And, uploaded the third one. Maybe whimsically rotate these three for a couple of months. I'm not a "Bihada(美肌)=perfect skincare" guy but just wanna stay as real as possible
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Recap three nights of curry journey. Like trilogy. We say "Sanbusaku(三部作)." "San(三)=three." Like, "Sanshu no Jingi(三種の神器)=the three Imperial Regalia." Why did food Gods create such an invincible menu
#mydinnerlastnite
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Recap for My New Folks Monday
#japanjan->discuss Japanese "things"
#emojitegaki->rakugaki still continues
#studyjapanthursday->forgot last week, so will resume "Onin War"
 

6/22/22(wed), 6/23/22(thur), 6/24/22(fri)

6/22/22
I think this is the first time I experienced zero frustration renewing my license. Did everything online two weeks ago. Just got mailed. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Contests mystery. Got perfect evaluation before, yet, well, you know. Wonder if Howland-san can share his "call to adventure," generally 10 pages, with us. Oh, me? Yeah, 14, since I "deadlock" the protagonist here. No fxxkin' escape
#newstoryinwriting
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WHYKJOk0MXAnP8seKH4l3BvHI0zAnyHg/view?usp=sharing
https://twitter.com/CroweHowland/status/1539730754900459522
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So, this is how a decent Japanese screenplay is written by a local contest winner (in Gifu-pref). Lots of elements here are so different from screenwriting for the American film industry. Maybe quite an intriguing read for some of my seasoned screenwriting folks.
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://twitter.com/sararasei/status/1499344423032811520
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When listening to an album entirely, I focus on the second song to see if it retains the first song's intensity and propels the listener to the next. In that context, Nevermore's this one in their excellent "The Godless..." exhibits it.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MunUgPubLN0
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Well, the purpose of "Kanamara Matsuri(かなまら祭)" is high fertility, repelling STDs, safe delivery, family unity, and business prosperity. Yes, it's obvious "Shoken Goroshi(初見殺し)=kill all those first-timers" but energetic and fun event. 60% foreigners rate. 
#japanjan
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I assume some of my folks know "Kanamara Matsuri(かなまら祭)," commemorates every first Sunday of April in Kanayama Jinja(金山神社), Kawasaki, Kanagawa. For those who never heard, the initial visual impact is imminent. The festival of human genitals
#japanjan
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And we playfully say, "Kakkeeeeee!(かっけー)," like, kooool. One time, "Kakoii(カコイイ)" turned the modern Internet slang by displaying "ｶｺｲｲ(・∀・) " as a half-width letter. Not sure if nowadays people use it. Alternative? "Iketeru(イケてる)," maybe
#jpn101 #jpn104
https://twitter.com/kaori_jp148/status/1539714066284953600
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I wonder whether Singapore Noodle fits into Chinese cuisine. I believe many Japanese people recognize its name as "Beefun(ビーフン)" rather than vermicelli. "米粉" in Chinese writings, so Japanese people arranged the pronunciation of "Bei(米)" and "Fun(粉)"
#mydinnerlastnite
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2022, 10:53am. Our city now is cloudy, and the sound of thunder roars. I noticed an instant blackout(like 0.5sec) two times in the past 30min. Hope no electricity trouble, but should I stay or go to Target for water and sugar
#kimagureiwhimsy
 

6/23/22
Owww. I opened up a new door to some of my folks. Well, Japan is notable for inventing tons of entertainment involving sexual matters. Image Google "オナホ" if you don't have anything to do. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#foreducationalpurposes
https://twitter.com/tafioazul/status/1540177875424477184
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
And, I never forget its striking "TRUE" ending featuring a powerful singing performance from a fashin model Obata Yukari (小畑由香里). Even after two decades past, I quiver when hearing this song.
#famicomonstrosity
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpqfTk1ye24
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
Maybe that's why this one got significant attention among those "Yarudora (やるドラ)" series even nowadays. Yes, an animation quality surpasses all. Oh, folks, Koumei-sama(置鮎龍太郎) played a "helpful ikemen" here
#famicomonstrosity
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
The story really turns into turmoil from the midpoint. Body counts pile up, and the protagonist turns deadly antagonist. Yet, since its directing is solid, we the players deep-dived into it.
#famicomonstrosity
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5S27SvzTBkY
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
The game's animation sequences and story presentations easily overlook the players about major glitches - lots of inconsistencies, cheap dialogues, and terrible endings: 4 Good vs. 17 Bad, only 6 normals.
#famicomonstrosity
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
Indeed, it featured top-notch staff from "Production I.G" along with Goto Keiji (後藤圭二)'s character design - notable for Martian Successor Nadesico (機動戦艦ナデシコ). So, the animation quality was invincible at that time.
#famicomonstrosity
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
Unfortunately, the "Yarudora (やるドラ)" series mostly failed in terms of sales and popularity. SCE immediately halted the series. Yet, "Doublecast" got strong attention even from non-gamers, helped by major TV CMs.
#famicomonstrosity
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[Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)]
Not sure if this one's English-translated version was released, but this was the first "Yarudora (やるドラ)" series that focused on the PS users participating in drama by choosing the "right answer." 
#famicomonstrosity
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June soon ends, but now experiencing the hot summer days since 90F(32C) continues. We need A/C between 4pm to 6pm. Then, somehow, I flashed my memory back to 1998. Oh, yes. I played lots of Play Station games at that time. Ah, "Doublecast (ダブルキャスト)."
#famicomonstrosity
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According to the interview with the organizers of the Kanamara Festival, it draws 50K to 60K participants every year, and 60% are non-Japanese people. They said they don't spend the budget on ad fees. Only word of mouth for 4 decades
#japanjan
https://omatsurijapan.com/blog/kanamara-interview-02/
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According to Rocket News(@RocketNews24), Shougetsuan(松月庵) features "Kodakara Udon(子宝うどん)," udon with two big eggs and a long chikuwa that embeds "a reddish sausage." So, you slide the chikuwa, you know, "a boy turns a man" happens
#japanjan
https://soranews24.com/2016/04/14/we-try-one-japanese-shops-limited-penis-noodle-bowl/
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Seems like Kanamara Matsuri(かなまら祭) safely ran this year. That "gigantic pink" is called "Elizabeth Mikoshi(エリザベス神輿)" and the candies are called "Kodakara Ame(子宝飴)." "Kodakara(子宝)" means "a child is like a treasure to parents."
#japanjan
https://omatsurijapan.com/search/m/518/
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I love composing an ass-kicking active girl as a protagonist character in my fictional story. So, Kate-san often astonishes me like, breaking my fourth wall. Owww, the other end uses "Quiet" on his ID. Names and actions of irrationals often contradict
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://twitter.com/TheKateFlemming/status/1540022876106924033
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I reduced the amount of ginger pork but added "kakuni(角煮)=boiled pork belly," so the last night's dinner looked a little party. Five is like a magic number since I watched "Sentai Mono(戦隊モノ)=Power Ranger series" a lot when I was a kindergarten kid.
#mydinnerlastnite
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Academic Reading Thursday
This article deliberately examines and explains the festival well. Ah, "penis- and vulva-shaped lollipops" sounds "Oishisou(美味しそう)=seems tasty".  I wanna "金玉, 万古" labeled sake!
#foreducationalpurposes
https://theculturetrip.com/asia/japan/articles/how-to-celebrate-kanamara-matsuri-tokyos-penis-festival/
 

6/24/22
I remember this is the second time I encountered this word from my folks. So, I can say, Kodakara Udon seems sumptuous. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/EileenO77335719/status/1540217333335089152
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Screenplay Reader Friday
Another classic for those born in the 70s like me. "Regency Cinema" near my house continues to retain $6.50, and this one is scheduled to run from 7/26. Gotta really consider watching it on a big screen
#screenplayfridays
http://www.dailyscript.com/scripts/goonies.pdf
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My entrance to Motley Crue was actually Vince's 1st solo. Instantly loved his distinctive voice. And, Steve Steven's amazing guitar here. In the interview, he said he used a toy gun to generate this retro-video game like-sound. Great album.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcN_VT3s17g
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But, oh gosh. My thirties were like, those doom metal bands' lovin' title, "Into the Void." Just another cog in a machine, uninspiring, negative, aggressive online, eat-fat-eat-obese. Welcome to the dark side. No wonder I couldn't handle Twitter years ago.
#flashbackmymemory
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After March 11th of 2011 (the night of 10th on the West Coast), the staff worked overtime for nearly a week. The company was Japanese-owned/dominated, so I felt, "working 14hrs a day, like Japanese companies in Japan." Tough and sleepless, yet memorable days.
#flashbackmymemory
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I clearly remember the day of 311. I was working for a 24/7 company rescuing Japanese travelers over the phone. When I stepped in, all office phones never halted. The operators tirelessly take calls, and managers like me got stranded.
#flashbackmymemory
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I believe most of my folks know what happened on March 11th, Friday, 2011, 14:46, Japan. If you are not familiar, watch the following and search "2011 tohoku." I want everyone to acknowledge this inevitable disaster.
#foreducationalpurposes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvJnC_Rvbcs
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Before or after lunch, I take a 45min walk and listen to Japanese radio programs' old episodes. When I chose Ijuin Hikaru's long-running one today, his tone was solemn in the beginning. On-aired March 21st, 2011. Just 10 days after THAT.
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIidWL_h_bM
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We Japanese folks sometimes argue whether to separate curry sauce and rice or not. Some insist having curry sauce and rice on the same plate is "Jadoh(邪道)=heresy." Some infuriate if "mixed"=curry sauce over rice. Oh, I agree with that
#mydinnerlastnite
 

6/19/22(sun), 6/20/22(mon), 6/21/22(tue)

6/19/22
Indeed, "Castella(カステラ)," yes, that delicious sweet from Japan, is the recipe drifted from Portugal in the 18th century, and Japanese people arranged it well. This deserves scrutinizing. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#langbarriersxxt
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When I researched multiple sources including the most credible "Yamazaki Pan," yes, "Pan(パン)=bread" was delivered to Japan by the Portuguese in 1543 with guns. So, Tanegashima(種子島) where they landed, became the name for guns and "Pan"s. I'm now quivering
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/Kiraofthewind1/status/1538469394405130240
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As you can see from her follow-up, "File Sharing" suddenly turns irritating and challenging. Even though computers helped me with new ways of life, I still encounter those moments when I wanna punch and kick the monitor and shout F-words
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/Sj37966/status/1538718861662597121
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I often surpass those language barriers even among my native Japanese folks. If we employed our common language, I don't think I receive this passionate reply from him. Yeah, Katsuya Kobayashi(小林克也) rules in the 80s.
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/ToraChan_Japan/status/1538678743883214848
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Looks like a typical Chinese combo meal, huh? "Demae Iccho(出前一丁)" I can purchase in Chinese markets often feature flavors that original Japanese ones do not have. This one is labeled "Spicy Miso Tonkotsu." Not spicy, but I can discern red miso flavor
#mydinnerlastnite
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Today's QR title: "Balance"('95) is my best VH album since all songs here display Eddie's mastery of guitar tricks, even radio-friendly pop ones like this. Lots of hard rockin' excitement in a single record.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_LbrEJUYRw
 

6/20/22
Today's high: 97F(36C). No wonder I felt hotter outside. Yet, the humidity was 15% average. Much better than surviving Japan's summer season. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#fpsmode
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When relishing "Howaito Sechuu(ホワイトシチュー)=White Stew," Which one do you accompany with?
Gohan(ゴハン)=rice(any kind)
Pan(パン)=bread, including biscuits
Hoka(他)=others
Zenbu(全部)=ALL
#polls2pollsdust2dust
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While jogging before dinner, this tune echoed from my mp3 player, and felt, what a "keep it a 100"! Song structure, ensemble, lyrics, twin-lead, crowds, anthem moments, and overall performance. To me, it's Blackie Lawless's pinnacle.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tz5ax83Yzb0
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This is exactly what I demand in my future career. Pay cut? So, what. Once we land on "what we really wanna do and get paid for an OK amount," that's kind of an initial life goal. Great accomplishment, my precious senpai writer! Let's together move on further
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/Valerie_Storm/status/1538954902101057537
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The upside of challenging screenwriting in legit ways(e.g., entering contests and totally loathed): it totally shapes up editing/revising skills and turns critical eyes to my works. I understand that everything is worth challenging regardless of genre
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://twitter.com/aadip/status/1538982428273823750
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My wife suffered three days of arm soar. All my students and colleagues experienced "the first-day fatigue." Yet, I feel nothing for now and typing "live" as usual. Vaccine effects really depend on each individual. I still can't correctly spell "PYFZZER"
#kimagureiwhimsy
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The Dora-chan was professional. She nimbly processed the paperwork and shot me Pfizer like, "Ok, sir, just relax and let your arm down." After the shot, I stayed in the lobby for 15min. While waiting, you know what I read. Kari, don't let your guard down...
#kimagureiwhimsy
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I reserved the 1:30pm slot. My wife had a late lunch, so we arrived 6min late. Yet, a female staff nurse, Latino, maybe 30s, Doraemon-shaped, swiftly handed a simplified application form. Haven't physically written letters for months. Oh, this is challenging
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Today's Kaiser visit was surprisingly smooth compared to the last week's local pharmacy. Once we reached the 2nd floor, printed arrows on the wall smoothly guided us to the vaccine center. Oh, yeah. Only 4 people are allowed in an elevator. The new norm I forgot.
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Last night's karaage went "a little dark" since I deep-fried it a couple of minutes more than usual. The meat turned nearly white like those chicken stripes. A little harder crisp, yet the taste was totally fine
#mydinnerlastnite
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A couple of hours passed after "Third Pfizer"'d. Got a little dizziness in the first 10min, but now totally fine. No fatigue, fever, or pain. Am I a rare one with this less trouble? Maybe everyday exercise helped? Humans are mysterious
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Recap for My New Folks Monday
#kitchenmacabre->my kitchen is a war zone
#kotowazassualt->already reached 18, aim for 100
#langbarriersxxt->interactions with my folks
#fpsmode->myself as real F.P.S.
#newstoryinwriting->my April and May
 

6/21/22
Yokoku-hen(予告編=a teaser trailer) for tomorrow night. Maybe some of my folks can't wait to know the detail of "Mara-sama(マーラ様)". Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#yokuropedia
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I sometimes crave listening to American B/C class power metal bands under Shark Records. Their "Cyberchrist" has many uplifting songs like this. Some parts of Muse's "Stockholm Syndrome" sounded like those "Shark Records guys" to me
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExIikOSOjLQ
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Let's turn lighter. Near my city, there is a road called "Palm Drive." As the name suggests, I feel so, oh I'm in California. We say, "Gorippa(ご立派)=stand almighty, perfect shape". Owwww, I'm sowing "Fukusen(伏線)=foreshadowing" for tomorrow
#kimagureiwhimsy
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For those folks who missed the real-time ride, follow "#japanjan" and click the "Latest" tab. I often research Japanese cultures or unknown mysteries that I didn't know. I tend to retrieve the info from multiple and credible websites written in a proper format.
#japanjan
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Well, the scary part: the prime suspect "Tamotsu Kohara(小原保)"'s intention was just to earn 500K Yen(=$5,000 in the 60s=$20K for 2022) to erase his slate. Yet, he turned evil while facing a crying kid. Now, you get the idea.
#japanjan
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I never know "Yoshinobu-chan Yuukai Satsujin Jiken(吉展ちゃん誘拐殺人事件)=Yoshinobu-chan Kidnapping and Murdering" until today. Such a tragedy, yet unfortunately, quite intriguing since it was non-fiction. Real tragic stories are often goddamn enticing.
#japanjan
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Why did this incident turn this complicated? (1) the police never knew the victim was murdered (2) the incident didn't immediately go to public (3) the money-involved ransom of minors was rare at that time (4) no phone trace (5) the police misjudged "40 to 55yrs old."
#japanjan
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The incident drew strong concern from the Japanese public and turned into a social trend for years. The suspect was finally death-sentenced on December 23rd, 1971. Its sensationalism generated lots of novels, films, documentaries, and so on. 
#japanjan
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On July 4th, 1965, the police finally identified "Tamotsu Kohara(小原保, 32)" as the prime suspect. Once arrested, Kohara confessed he killed and buried Yoshinobu in Entsuuji(円通寺)in Arakawa-ku(荒川区). Kohara committed some misdemeanors before the arrest.
#japanjan
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April 25th, Shitaya(下谷) Police Station in Tokyo ran the recorded voice of the suspect in public. By the end of the day, 10,000 reports from the civilians were submitted. Yet, no info could locate the solid evidence of the suspect.
#japanjan
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The communication between the suspect and the Murakoshi family halted. The police incorporated with mass media and begged to submit any info regarding this case toward Japanese citizens nationwide.
#japanjan
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The suspect failed to retrieve a 500K Yen envelope in his first attempt. Yet, on April 7th, the officers failed to interwork and couldn't arrest the suspect. He swiftly retrieved the ransom Yoshinobu's mother placed on the assigned motor tricycle and easily got away.
#japanjan
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Yoshinobu Murakoshi(村越吉展), 4 at that time, went missing on March 31st, 1963. 3 days later, the Murakoshi family received a phone call demanding a 500K Yen(= $5,000 in the 60s = $20K for 2022) ransom.
#japanjan
https://www.boj.or.jp/announcements/education/oshiete/history/j12.htm/
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While I was searching for Yokai info, I encountered "Yoshinobu-chan Yuukai Satsujin Jiken(吉展ちゃん誘拐殺人事件)=Yoshinobu-chan Kidnapping and Murdering," happened in 1963. The tragedy took 2 years and 3 months to find the prime suspect and became a social sensation.
#japanjan
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Like today, when I wear a polo shirt, I had to slide my arms from below. Means, I have to stretch my arms wide. It's not that "ouch!" ones but like, clicking my tongue and uttering "Chii! (チッ!)"
#kimagureiwhimsy
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24hrs passed after my "Third Pfizer"'d, I had a little bugging pain on my left arm when I stretch it. I think this third one is a slow burner. No flashy opening. Nothing happens in the first 18min. What a Cloverfielders
#kimagureiwhimsy
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My wife cooked pork and squash soup learned from her mom. Anyone's "Te Ryouri(手料理)=handmade meal, mostly from the scratch" is delicious but from my wife, it's "Kakubetsu(格別)=outstanding." Good husband and wife occasionally corporate
#mydinnerlastnite
 

6/16/22(thur), 6/17/22(fri), 6/18/22(sat)

6/16/22
Today: an hour and a half of walking and 30 minutes jogging. The average temperature was 85F(29C), yet low humidity. That's why I retain 51kg(112lbs) with 14.3% body fat. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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"Gojira no Ran(ゴジラの乱)=The Godzilla War". "Abenjaazu no Ran(アベンジャーズの乱)=The Avengers War". "Mai Waifu no Ran(マイワイフの乱)=My Bride/Wife Wars". We have the difference between "___ no Hen(___の変)=The ___ Incident." Will explain you my folks someday
#jpn104
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Why the war is called "Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)"? "Ounin" was the regnal era name, and 1467 was the first year. We place "___ no Ran(___の乱)" as "The ___ War." The followings are some examples
#studyjapanthursday #jpn104
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
"Goryou Gassen(御霊合戦)" escalated to May 1467's "Tairan Zenya(大乱前夜)," the night before the fierce war. Ok, I'm still halfway through. Gotta continue to next Thursday.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
Hatakeyama(畠山) family experienced some horrible family feud that eventually led to "Goryou Gassen(御霊合戦)," which erupted on 1/18/1467 and lasted two days. It destroyed Kyoto's notable shrines.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
Before the war commenced, assassination, betrayal, and deprivation of power pervaded those major Daimyo families. Tension surrounds Ashikaga Yoshimasa(足利義政) and others. 
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
Hosokawa(細川) family and Hatakeyama(畠山) family deepened Ashikaga(足利) family's turmoil. When Ashikaga Yoshimasa(足利義政) was selected as Shogun, he was 13yrs old and said to be the trigger.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
The middle 1400s was in turmoil when Ashikaga(足利) family encountered a lot of lineage issues: who's gonna be the next Shogun? Hosokawa(細川) family and Hatakeyama(畠山) family assisted them alot.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
During this war, Hosokawa Katsumoto(細川勝元) and Yamana Souzen(山名宗全) were notable Shugo Daimyo. This war split Japan into the East and the West.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
"Shugo Daimyo(守護大名)" obtained the control of military, police, and economy in Muromachi Period, and some turned into "Sengoku Daimyo" during Sengoku-Era. 
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
After Kamakura, "Daimyo(大名)" referred to those with power and authority with royal subordinates. We still use this phrase, "Daimyo Shigoto(大名仕事)=let my subs do the job while I sleep."
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
Before we proceed, let's review "Daimyo(大名)" Initially, this name was given to those who own rich rice fields. Yet, after Kamakura Period(鎌倉時代, 1185 - 1333), the meaning changed.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
[Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War]
It involved powerful authorities like "Hatakeyamashi(畠山氏)" and "Shibashi(斯波氏)," and the conflict involved "Shugo Daimyo(守護大名)=extremely powerful Daimyo." 
#studyjapanthursday

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Study Japan Thursday
Tonight, let's take a look at "Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)=The Onin War." It erupted during Muromachi Period(室町時代, 1336 - 1573), between 1467 to 1477. One major cause was said to be a lineage issue among Ashikaga Family(足利将軍家)
#studyjapanthursday
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Since she works for the government, my wife needs to drive to Down Town L.A. every Monday and Wednesday. She has to wake up at four to get to the office before 6:30. And, making obento is my job. A trad "Gohan(ご飯=rice) and Okazu(おかず=entree)"
#mydinnerlastnite
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Academic Reading Thursday
I'm goddamn sure that very few Japanese people recognize "Confederacy" as a problematic issue. If I didn't watch John Oliver back in October 2017, I wouldn't have studied this topic further.
#foreducationalpurposes
https://www.historynet.com/confederacy/
 

6/17/22
My main purpose for going to Daiso: buy this "Melamine Sponge(メラミンスポンジ)." Combining with oven cleaners, this one's gonna be an annihilator against adhering grease. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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This morning, we went to a Chinese supermarket. Daiso Japan is within walking distance, so we also went there. Since my wife participates in this year's Anime Expo, she searched "Shikishi(色紙)," Japanese colored papers for autographs, but couldn't find
#kimagureiwhimsy
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More music trivia. Did you know this Bostonian thrasher covered DP, not Double P[censored] or Dead Pool, Deep Purple's classic on their singles? I loved this version much more than the original despite the outcome landed kinda rough and raw.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtGcd3qzxBc
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I scanned nearly all comments but seems like I'm the only one who mentioned Ripper-Era. Since I enjoyed it in real-time, "Jugulator"('97) was unforgettable next to "Painkiller"('90). If I had to list the top 10 JP songs, "Bullet Train" easily breaks into the top 3.
#songykpicks
https://twitter.com/ReturnofR/status/1537870190154682368
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When I wanna relish authentic fantasy where steels and magic spells fly, humans and monsters coexist, dungeons, ruins, some machines, and non-bloody PG-13ish, Angra's "Angels Cry" is my choice. Not remastered, the '93 original.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeeT2qQ2u38
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So, it's my first time playing with Amazon Kindle, and I was impressed with its user-friendly interface. Comfortable turning pages, easy to go back to previous chapters, tap tap tap. Didn't imagine a cellphone turning into a handy reading device
#kimagureiwhimsy
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[Birth of the Storm(@Valerie_Storm)]
I believe she recognizes much more about Japan's dark side than modern young folks in Japan. Well, I love watching protagonists face and deal with difficult obstacles from the beginning
#foreducationalpurposes
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[Birth of the Storm(@Valerie_Storm)]
When the protagonist repels her bullies with a mystic force, "people above" scrutinize the protagonist. It really depicts well how this community is "vulnerable." I often see this atmosphere in Japanese rural areas. 
#foreducationalpurposes
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[Birth of the Storm(@Valerie_Storm)]
This is quite an enjoyable reading experience since she confines the protagonist to a deadlock situation from the first chapter. Then, she depicts how a closed community initially treats an outsider.
#foreducationalpurposes
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Days ago, I mentioned Jen-san's(@Valerie_Storm) "Birth of the Storm," and now I'm reading one chapter per night. Total 32+2, and I'm on five. Regardless of language, each novel page requires me to illustrate, so I'm Yukkuri(ゆっくり=slow) reader
#foreducationalpurposes
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I cook these mini salads in a random rotation since each one lasts four days for two people: harusame(春雨=vermicilli), macaroni, and potato. Very easy to cook. Macaroni and potato only use Kewpie Mayo.
#mydinnerlastnite
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My wife said she needs to go to the office next Tuesday instead of Monday. So, rescheduled. We've gotta drive down to the City of Pasadena where we used to live. Feel a kinda "Natsukashii(懐かしい)=nostalgic." We went to lots of delicious restaurants there.
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Earlier, I went to the local pharmacy to take "the third shot." Yet, it no longer accepts Kaiser. So, the staff suggested I access Kaiser's website and schedule an appointment online. I had to set up my Kaiser account first. Took an extra 30min. What a day
#kimagureiwhimsy
 

6/18/22
Owwww. Why I'm somehow oddly good at encountering funny numbers like this. We can say, "死に死に(Shinishini)=die die die" since "Shi(四)=four" has a meaning of death. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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I was listening to "No More Tears"('91) while cooking. A perfect album that I love: excellent commencement(#1-4), Ozzy's colorful labyrinth blasts(#5-7), climatic moments(#8-10), and a great conclusion(#11). Hey, hey, do the...
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbB4Uje5m8w
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It's kinda outdated for now, but we loved saying "Tsunderei(ツンデレ)" to those girls who act "I hate you! Oh, no, wait, I actually, well...like you." back in the early 2000s. I'm sure this "Jason" is a girl. Act like Onee-sama(お姉様=elderly sis), Jen-san
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/Valerie_Storm/status/1538260957473824768
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We Japanese often love arguing whether "Shichuu(シチュー)=white stew" comes with "Gohan(ご飯)=rice" or "Pan(パン)=bread." Some insist, Gohan! Gohan! Just Google "シチュー ご飯 パン どっち" and you can see tons of online polls. "Docchi(どっち)=which?"
#mydinnerlastnite
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Folks, tonight, "Hisabisa ni AREI Yaruo(久々にアレやるお)=let's do THAT in a while." Years ago, replacing "Yo(よ)" with "O(お)" turned online trends in Japan to show playfulness. Tonight's "Omuraisu(オムライス)" heavily hooks some of my folks
#jpcooking101 #kitchenmacabre
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Emoji Nagurigaki(殴り書き=rough drawing) Saturday
"Akuma(悪魔)" is an intriguing word since it contains "Aku(悪)=evil" and "Ma(魔)=something that bewilders humans in wrong ways." While "Mamono(魔物)=monster" isn't always evil, akuma sounds more ominous
#emojitegaki
 

6/13/22(mon), 6/14/22(tue), 6/15/22(wed)

6/13/22
Now, I better start digging my fellow writers. The rest of 2022 will be "Read or Decimate." Anyone familiar with "R.o.D. the TV?" An interesting anime on-aired in...2003 Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KScUbEhomkI
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(@Valerie_Storm) is a pure American from Arizona. Yet, she got familiar with Japanese culture. So, I'm sure her characters/stories entice a native Japanese person like me. Reading a book with my Android is the first time for me
#foreducationalpurposes
https://shadowsparkpub.com/valerie-storm
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Ok, download the app on my Android, one-click, oh my Kindle indicates "6hrs 15min"(@Valerie_Storm) to complete 335p I probably need this entire week to reach the final page. Now, my pleasurable fantasy-adventure-reading-night commences
#foreducationalpurposes
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Seriously, publishing a novel with 335 pages is quite demanding work that not many people can accomplish. I appreciate everyone who displays creativity and embodies imagination. Again, "Chou omedetou(超おめでとう=super congrats)"
#foreducationalpurposes
https://twitter.com/Valerie_Storm/status/1536143460612251649
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Since the last month, I'm collaborating with Torachan-san(@ToraChan_Japan) by composing dialogue scripts for his A.I. app. It's a good opportunity for me to be creative in composing "absolutely not textbook style" conversation
#langbarriersxxt #traenglishapp
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Gosh, where's conflict, moment, or vibes? I know the previous was a typical textbook, "on-the-nose" like two machines generating verbal signals. When I open up dialogues, those should entertain me first. Bring it on. Motion creates emotion
#langbarriersxxt
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Let's "Barasu(バラす)=divulge" me a little. I used to work with a company that provides "English conversation lessons online" to Japanese students, mainly full-time workers. Textbooks look like this. Boooooooriiiinnnnng. We say, "Tsumanne(ツマンネ)"
#langbarriersxxt
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Chahan(炒飯=fried rice) is the best comrade for Karaage. Diced chicken thigh and cabbage with an egg, dressed up with salt, chicken powder, and minced garlic. I first stir-fry cabbage/thigh and rice. Leave it for 30min, mix with egg, and stir-fry it again
#mydinnerlastnite
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Recap for My New Folks Monday
#retweet4eternity->now, every Sunday is my day to be a reader
#shinshouhinday->introducing new products just launched in Japan
#kotowazassualt->Japanese proverbs, already reached 17, aiming for 100
#animegataris->lots of final eps from this week
 

6/14/22
The English language helps me to express myself articulately. Like that Within Temptation's, hope my folks see who I am "now." Try my best to be entertaining. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading my Tweets. Good night!
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xHto4vAJ8o
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Even on Twitter, my first draft easily surpasses its 280 letters limit. After I write the draft on my ".txt," paste it on the compose box, owwww, derailed. Twitter's limitation really helps me to eliminate redundancy and shape my editing/revising skill
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Ok, my folks. Hope I don't offend this. Like Ebert's masterpiece, I hated, hated, hated IE. So, this news literally "dance fxker dance" me for 69sec. We say, "Zamaaa(ざまぁぁぁ)=suck it." Rot forever, fxkin' irritating web browser for years from the late 90s
#kimagureiwhimsy
https://twitter.com/KTLA/status/1536897564489814016
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By the way, "that torture scene" in Deadpool, the script here describes it in graphic and gruesome words. If you like, let's say, Tokyo Ghoul's "a centipede. into ears" episode, you might enjoy it from p.49. Welcome to the club
#foreducationalpurposes
https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/script-pdf/deadpool-script-pdf.pdf----
"Sound of Metal," yes that famous "19 lines from the first scene description," is a genuine screenplay to me since it uses fewer parentheticals and no "CUT TO:" I prefer "reading" this one than Deadpool's "script"
#foreducationalpurposes
https://d2detfmr8cx0ni.cloudfront.net/8/ef/7e028/3a21e/13c33/9d2fd/fca13/5496.pdf
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Here's a fine example. "Deadpool." Lots of technical terms and parentheticals. Since I watched it multiple times. I can easily recall each scene just by reading this "quite difficult to read for non-Deadpool people"
#foreducationalpurposes
https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/script-pdf/deadpool-script-pdf.pdf
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My understanding: in the film industry, a script is a detailed and directed copy for the actual shooting, yet a screenplay is nuanced and technical terms are suppressed. I recognize a script is like a manual while a screenplay inclines to literature
#foreducationalpurposes
https://twitter.com/pilgrimworld/status/1536599000765599744
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Now, 'cause I privately teach English to Japanese adults, I study the English language further and deeper. During these two years, I really learned a lot, especially from screenwriting. I became conscious of word usage I often neglected in the past
#langbarriersxxt
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The English language to me is initially the means of survival. I left my hometown behind 20yrs ago and tried everything to adapt myself to America. Ironically, I acknowledged my country's culture and history much deeper than when I was in Japan
#langbarriersxxt
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Every time I glimpse English textbooks composed by Japanese companies, I feel like when Harley Quinn saw TDK's "Hissatsuwaza(必殺技)=killer move" and said, "What the fxk?" No wonder why young Japanese folks easily hate English
#langbarriersxxt
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Maybe this is one reason most JPN people give up studying English further: "I was required by my boss/company/teacher/parents to study." When I worked in companies that serve "English conversation" lessons, 90, no, 96% of the students I taught said that. 
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/GuildmasterPhil/status/1536777332844810241
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I thought "Spaghetti Napolitan" was derived from Italy for a long time. Yet, according to multiple sources, the mixture method was dispersed in Meiji(1868-1912), and chefs in Taisho(1912-1926) upgraded its quality as "Youshoku(洋食)=Western cuisine"
#mydinnerlastnite
 

6/15/22
A book category I now love reading is "Cooking." Since Japanese cooking techniques need some training but are easy to expand," "Orange Page(オレンジページ)," a long-running monthly cooking magazine for housewives, is my bible. Mapo Nasu, next!
#foreducationalpurposes
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Sometimes JPN people ask me, how did I acquire this English proficiency. Starting point: read academic articles a lot. Just type "US news" on Google and click the "News" tab. Accumulate every day. No shortcut. Straightforward. Zero cheat code. Period.
#foreducationalpurposes
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Ok, folks. Even the overall attire seems so fxkin' "90s," I'm anticipating high on "Bastards 2022." Not that Motorhead's masterpiece back in '93. The first "dark fantasy filled with violence and sex" stimulated my teenage days
#animegataris
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38pao1xksG0
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2022 anime so far, I enjoyed all episodes of "Machikado Mazoku Ni Choume(まちカドまぞく 2丁目)=The Demon Girl...2" since the story/character composition, dialogues, animation quality, and overall pacing are top-notch.
#jpanimespring22 #animegataris
https://epicstream.com/article/where-to-watch-the-demon-girl-next-door-season-2-crunchyroll-netflix-funimation-or-hidive
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Lots of new Spring anime will meet the final episode from tomorrow. "Paripi Koumei(パリピ孔明)=Ya Boy Kongming!" is really surprisingly and enjoyably made. See how it's gonna wrap up the story in the last one
#jpanimespring22 #animegataris
https://fictionhorizon.com/where-to-watch-ya-boy-kongming-crunchyroll-netflix-or-hidive/
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Some of my folks reacted to "R.o.D. the TV" I mentioned days ago. I could only find the following "working." Well, those porn ads are "Uzai(ウザい=annoying)," yet still watchable. Took me back to Fall'03/Spring'04
#animegataris
https://9anime.vc/watch/rod-the-tv-1405
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Oh, there it is.
http://news4wide.net/article/466814459.html
"[SAD NEWS] Purin is revolted by its subordinates."
Owww. buried alive. Others are eating watermelon, and the watermelon rind is on Purin's head. What, does, it, mean?
#kimagureiwhimsy
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My wife got this in Chinese New Year. Pompompurin leads his three underlings here. Some JPN people consider it like a total badass. Google, "ポムポムプリン 手下" and you'll find lots of "jokingly speculating" his deeds
#kimagureiwhimsy
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I live in a city surrounded by mountains and rivers. Means. This isn't a rare scenery(3 days ago). Many cities in California experience less than 50 rainy days a year, and we're no exception. Our city's brave firefighters dispatch fast, so it didn't turn massive.
#fpsmode
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When cooking Yakisoba(焼きそば=JPN stir-fried noodle), I always take time to choose whether I go with simple "Shio Darei(塩ダレ=salt, chicken powder, garlic, sake, mirin)" or "Shoyu Darei(醤油ダレ=adding soy sauce and tonkatsu sauce)." To sauce or not to...
#mydinnerlastnite
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JPN Shinshouhin(新商品=new product) Wednesday
From: BIGLOBE
Japan's Seven Eleven released 7 new sweets, including cheese cream pie, marron mont blanc, and chiffon. Japan's "Sweets Shokunin(職人=artisan)" often astonish me
#shinshouhinday
https://news.biglobe.ne.jp/trend/0615/iem_220615_1793245244.html
 

6/10/22(fri), 6/11/22(sat), 6/12/22(sun)

6/10/22
Screenplay Reader Friday
One time, an online rumor spread: Macaulay Culkin=
Tobin Bell, since Kevin invented death traps even he was 8yrs old. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading. Good night!
#screenplayfridays
https://www.scriptslug.com/assets/scripts/home-alone-1990.pdf
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Owwww, "1" are sandwiched by "4." Again, I thank everyone who followed me back and continue to stick with me. Use my brain every day. Think deliberate, yet in a short lapse of time. Wanna live forever?
#kimagureiwhimsy
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What a "playin' with numbers," like Frost*'s solid opening song. Death is for the breathing, really. This UK band sounds like the earlier Yes collides with the 2000s Foo Fighters. Catchy yet intricate. Great alternative prog-rock guys.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exnCIi-MLkc
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My JPN folks (@Buscehiko, @pilgrimworld, @kaystem0035) simultaneously referred to Seventh Wonder's new one. Gosh, this is excellent since the band exhibits memorable hooks and melodies yet retain an intricate and crystalline atmosphere.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmCFMSReKEc
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Oh, almost forgot this important [Page Layout] setting. Paper size, of course, 8.5 x 11. The margins: All [1"] except "Left [1.5"]." I become really familiar with 1in=2.54cm, 1.5in=3.81cm. Nine Inch Nails = 22.86cm
#word2007screenplay
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The major upside of using Word: take full control of formatting and layout. Critical downside: when I fix the earlier pages a lot, the layout of the latter pages are fxked up.
#word2007screenplay
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One space before “(CONT’D),” “(V.O.),” and “(O.S.).”  I stick to two spaces after the period since it’s easy for me to read.
#word2007screenplay
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If I want to write dialogue, just copy a character name and its dialogue, and paste those on the next line.  Don’t forget to have one space before the character name.
#word2007screenplay
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Whenever I want to open up a scene description, I just hit the return key. Yet, when I hit the return key after the dialogue and “Backspace,”, Right is still [1.5”], and it looks odd like this.
#word2007screenplay
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Slugline(scene heading) and scene description = both [0"] on indentation. But, here are some tricky parts. Character names = Left [2"].  Dialogue = Left [1"] and Right [1.5"]. Parenthetical = Left [1.5"] and Right [2"]. Do you folks still with me
#word2007screenplay
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Let's go back to the title page.
<All centered>
Line 18 = the title
Line 21 = Written by
Line 24 = full name
<All placed in left>
Line 52 = e-mail
Line53 = phone number
Line 54 = WGA or whatever necessary
#word2007screenplay
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First, adjust to exact 55 lines per page. How to display line numbers? Go to "Page Layout" and click that "123" icon, and select "Restart Each Page." But, how? Hit Ctrl+A, [Home]->[Paragraph]->Spacing->Before/After=0pt, "Exactly" at "11.6pt"
#word2007screenplay
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Noticing My Screenplays Are Composed by Word 2007 Means I Endure Tons of Indent Traps Friday
@americanmegalo @DakCity_ @SweetRobbyB1
So, Willie-san was the fourth person. With the hashtag "firstpagefriday," Fridays are now my 
screenplay study day. I'll show you the trick
https://twitter.com/WriterWillie/status/1531058259376803841
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When we make "Okonomiyaki(お好み焼き)=JPN style pizza," we dress it up with Tonkatsu sauce, ketchup, and mayo. Apply the same to an omelet. I tried to write "moe(萌え)" with ketchup like Akihabara's "maid cafe" employees. Failed. Really difficult to write it
#mydinnerlastnite
 

6/11/22
For those stoic and masochists like me, here's a template from yesterday. Just copy 'n paste slugline, dialogue, NAME, and (beat). Anyhow, thank you so much for reading. Good night!
#word2007screenplay
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15BtV1KJHUAqB_z7HDwny7TVVwQ4MehHh/view?usp=sharing
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Nearly six months passed from the second shot back in last December. Now, better reserve the third one. Ok, myturn.ca.gov, click click, ok, next Friday the 17th. Didn't feel any severe shoulder pains so far. Hope this time will also be easy
#kimagureiwhimsy
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Kreator guys are already in their 50s, but they still retain authentic heavy metal attire. Now this time, filled with catchiness and instant hooks. I believe they are aging in convincing ways. Not brutal, but still energetic throughout.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVfEW5mgrd0&list=OLAK5uy_nk5I-kzHnFps7RsrwOHcVt62olF2RHdd0&index=2
#songykpicks
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Oh, I usually don't follow this "Character Glid" since I can't make each character into this detail. I focus on "gender, age, quirky traits, strengths, weaknesses, weaknesses, minuses, faults, who-the-fxk-are-you, and unlikeable"
#foreducationalpurposes
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And, "Spacings before the slugline(master scene heading)." The first read, I had no idea. Yet, now, I stick to "bold slugline with two spaces on its head." Yet, since I'm not stepped into an actual career, I avoid "numbering scenes"
#foreducationalpurposes
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When I first completed reading this back in the fall/winter of 2020, I couldn't recognize what he was explaining here. Now, "See is the key word" heavily struck me. I was trapped in this "novelistic writing" for a long. I learned those murder holes
#foreducationalpurposes
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So, tonight. Let's take a look at "The Screenwriter's Bible 7th Ed" by David Trottier(@drtrottier). I return to this book once I finish completing one story. Nearly 500p thick book that can kill a person or two by hitting with its left-bottom corner.
#foreducationalpurposes
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For those folks follow me for more than three months maybe remember this: these four books are my essentials to study and acquire basic screenwriting skills. Trottier-sensei=nice. Snyder-sensei=tricky. Vogler-sensei=helpful and caring. Akers-sensei=
#foreducationalpurposes
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Quick reminder about the word "Metsu(滅)." And, probably my folks' favorite word, "Oni/Ki(鬼)=Japanese ogre." Yeah, "Kimetsu"'em all.
#zassouannihilator
https://twitter.com/ymkt0876/status/1504294815210508291
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Now, finished the front entrance. While decimating these zassous, Judas Priest's that great song kept echoing in my ears. "Iron claws, fangs of steel, dripping from his tasty meal, now it's time to jugulate..."
#zassouannihilator
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Average 90F(32C) days are approaching. We've gotta "Senmetsu(殲滅)=annihilate". our patio and front entrance's "Zassou(雑草)=weed, literally." Finished half of the patio. Sweating
#zassouannihilator
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To me, ginger best matches with pork meat. We say, "Shouga Yaki(生姜焼き)." "Shouga(生姜)=ginger" and "Yaki(焼き)=stir-fry." Shougayaki is Japan's "Kokuminteki(国民的)=nationally recognized" entree and those small restaurants' "never misfires" dish
#mydinnerlastnite
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Emoji Nagurigaki(殴り書き=rough drawing) Saturday
I first thought this was a dog. But the description says "a cat." In modern JPN Internet slang, we say "Inu(犬)=dog" as "Innnnugh(イッッッヌ)" and "Neko(猫)=cat" as "Nukkkko(ヌッッッコ)." Innnnnugh, nukkkkkkko
#emojitegaki
 

6/12/22
Folks, check "Virtuosity"('95), trashes two Oscar-winning actors with incomprehensive plot, storyline, and characters. I loved Crowe's "naked knife dancing" scene. My friend: Best Densel. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading. Good night!
#filmsigotalot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qen1sQf7g5A
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My great JPN guy Torachan-san made these fancy icons Ok, the first rule of Yumio-Kai: list up 108 animes that you watched more than two times, both TV series and feature films. I'm sure "Sen to Chihiro(千と千尋)=Spirited Away" slides to my top 3
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/ToraChan_Japan/status/1535902865864024064
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Now, Rob-san turns my new great comrade to share cult films in favouritism ways. It's a great moment in this writing community. Seems like he just started Twitter, so hope his words can earn more "core" attention
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/RobertFMason/status/1536135479564718081
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Really helpful advice here since those sentences David-san revised eliminate a chance to be misunderstood. Again, folks, I'm not a native speaker, so I often write "funny/odd." So, always correct me
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/huwhugh1/status/1536105380337618944
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Whenever I cook "Katsu Duuun(カツドゥゥン)," I need "Shichimi Togarashi(七味唐辛子)." It mixes seven different spices, and that's why it uses "Shichi/nana(七)." Said to be first invented in Edo, 1625 by a tool called "Yagenbori(薬研堀)."
#mydinnerlastnite
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Today's QR title: these Danish boys' "Frengers"('03) is one of those rare albums I remembered all tracks. Their earlier works often emit the similar radiant vibes that Queensryche exhibited between '87 to '94. Such a great band and tunes.
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_3u7aspmDY
 

6/7/22(tue), 6/8/22(wed), 6/9/22(thur)

6/7/22
"Yokokuhen(予告編)=trailer" for tomorrow night. The last one was Shinigami(死神) in 4/20 These two Gods here are crucial in JPN history and told as the origin. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading. Good night!
#yokuropedia
https://twitter.com/ymkt0876/status/1516983293631029248
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N.S.i.W.(New Story in Writing):
One way to objectively recognize my current screenwriting skills: open up two files, one from yesterday and the other from 2021, randomly scroll those down, and see which one is easy to read and comprehend. Now, it's obvious
#newstoryinwriting
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In rock music, the first 15sec is the point of attack. But, these Ger/U.S. combination guys caught me in 9sec. They were more of a song-oriented band. And, I love this song title. We say, "Zettai Zetsumei(絶対絶命)"
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgIW8Br-vjU
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Received my DL renewal notice by mail today. I got my license right after I immigrated here, so just need to renew it every 5 yrs. This time, I tried online. Oh, the DMV website turned modern. Easy and quick. Hope I don't need to visit the DMV office anymore.
#kimagureiwhimsy
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So, my new folks set up a quite eye-catching home office here. Physical books, a coffee mug, notepads, and, a typewriter? Wonder which company's typewriter Dean-san owns
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/cummings213/status/1534275275642458112
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And, this "Soramimi(空耳)=English lyrics somehow sounds like JPN" from "Bat Dance" impacted us. "Don't stop dancin'" goes, "Noukyou Gyunyu(農協牛乳)=Farmers' Co-op Milk" I shouted this Soramimi many times in my life
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YujhHoBrwf4
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Oh, Prince also had lots of bellylaughing "Soramimi(空耳)=English lyrics somehow sounds like JPN"s. "Family Name"'s "My Fellow Americans" go like, "Oi Kitarou Hatarake(おい鬼太郎、働け)=Hey Kitaro, work"
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SAMKCJrAKk
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And, I agree with most fans that Prince's best album is, this one. Filled with tons of impressive tunes and genre-breaking musical directions. It really is an important album in music history. Hope my young folks can relish it
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcsvlN0RQlQ&list=OLAK5uy_no49E01AwNz3OQt1CDwLYD1n82szSO8BI
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When I checked my TimeLine, I noticed lots of writers celebrate Prince's birthday. His Super Bowl performance in 2007 was nothing but spectacular. The rain really supported him.
#songykpicks
https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/2022/02/12/super-bowl-41-halftime-redux-prince-plays-purple-rain-as-it-storms/
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Beginning of each week, usually Mondays or Tuesdays, I cook "Brocolli Beef" for my wife so she can absorb enough energy. Oh, this time, the finishing color looked nice. Adding tomato before finishing stir-fry is the key
#mydinnerlastnite
 

6/8/22
Just wondered what years match 2022's calendar. I checked. 1977, 1983, 1988, 1994, 2005, 2011, and 2016. These years were somewhat "gradual changes of my environment." Let's see how the rest of 2022 rolls. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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 I chose this four-colored mochi pack. $7.99. A little pricy but the quality is "風月堂"(the one in Little Tokyo since 1903). You know what, today, June 8th, is my wife's birthday. She's still in her 30s. We say, "Otanjobi Omedeto(お誕生日おめでとう)=happy birthday"
#japanjan
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Feel like craving some Japanese sweets. Today is a "once a month" Japanese supermarket day. Ok, strawberry cupcake? Eclairs? Mochis? A moment of joyous suffering arrives
#japanjan
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R.E.A.P.(Rewrite Edit Action Progress) Today
I now relish rewriting my last year's projects and sharing them with you my folks on Tuesdays and Fridays. From this page, I heavily revised almost from the first line. Now, this time, I can make characters "in motion."
#reaptoday
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If I select my top 10 anime songs, this one doesn't fit in. Yet, if I stretch the list to 20, it easily slides it in. Gosh, already 13yrs old. Fun fact. "K-ON"'s main "Jyosei Seiyu(女性声優)=voice actress" are already married except for one
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz-pNcgYo0c
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Really interesting approach to Dean-san's first draft. Wonder whether my writer folks have their unique procedures to attempt for the first draft. Since I come up with new stories/characters while taking a walk, this notebook is essential
#langbarriersxxt
https://twitter.com/cummings213/status/1534605106024304640
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When I learn a new menu, I cook at least twice a week to learn the procedures. Chicken Doria(チキンドリア), the second round. The key is the white sauce: mix flour(5g[0.03oz]) and milk(50ml[1.7oz]) in low heat, stir for a while, and add another flour/milk
#mydinnerlastnite
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JPN Shinshouhin(新商品=new product) Wednesday
From: GAME Watch
Evolete(an import company in Osaka) will release "Among Us"(a local party game)'s plastic backpack hanger. Total 6, 1,045 Yen each. Oh, these look cute and fancy
#shinshouhinday
https://game.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/1415524.html
 

6/9/22
I assume many of my English speaking folks got interested in "Touken(刀剣)" and "Bushi(武士)" through "Gintama," "Sengoku Basara," or "Kimetsu." I'll study further and share those JPN cultures with you. Anyhow, thank you so much for reading. Good night!
#kimagureiwhimsy
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The first album I relished entirely was Kitaro(喜多郎)'s "Kojiki(古事記)"('90) when my dad gave me its cassette version. Maybe that's one reason why I'm so now curious about studying Japanese history. May Izanagi and Izanami with you
#songykpicks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07FM_2FVU_s&list=OLAK5uy_mJGyfOqwpymwpj73VYn-yByRGOpXOYOIw
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Study Japan Thursday
I can go further from here, yet I think I researched enough tonight. If you are interested in studying more about katanas, access the following "刀剣ワールド(Touken World)." Really worth Deepl
#studyjapanthursday
https://www.touken-world.jp/
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Study Japan Thursday
I can go further from here, yet I think I researched enough tonight. If you are interested in studying more about katanas, access the following "刀剣ワールド(Touken World)."
#studyjapanthursday
https://www.touken-world.jp/
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Study Japan Thursday
So, my folks. When "possessing katana/guns without a license" turned illegal in Japan? After WWII, under GHQ's stringent "no weapon" order. We now say, "Juutouhou Ihan(銃刀法違反)=Violation of the Firearm and Sword Law."
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
In the initial stage, not all katanas were confiscated from everyone since Edo Bakufu(江戸幕府=Tokugawa Shogunate) aimed to sanctify Bushi(武士=warrior) class. In Meiji(明治, 1868-1912), katanas were limited to soldiers/police.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
Toyotomi Hideyoshi(豊臣秀吉)'s major purpose here was "Hei Nou Bunri(兵農分離)." "Hei(兵)=soldiers." "Nou(農)=Noumin(農民)=farmers." "Bunri(分離)=separate." Now, you get the idea. Hideyoshi turned Katanagari in a "Law and Order" manner.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
As Toyotomi Hideyoshi(豊臣秀吉) nearly stabilized Japan nationwide, he decided to take away firearms from non-Bushi(武士=warrior) people like peasants. So, on August 29, 1588, he officially announced "Katanagari Rei(刀狩令)"
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
I believe many of my folks love "Sengoku Jidai(戦国時代)." It's widely recognized from 1467 to 1615 when Tokugawa Ieyasu(徳川家康) finally perished Toyotomi Family(豊臣家) in "Osaka Natsu no Jin(大坂夏の陣)=The Seige of Osaka Castle."
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
Yet, as "Ounin no Ran(応仁の乱)," 11-years-long(1467-1477) internal war, erupted in Muromachi-Era(室町時代), most males reached adulthood(even peasants) were provided swords for self-protection and honor
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
"Katanagari(刀狩り)=banning swords" was first employed in 1228 when Hojo Yasutoki(北条泰時), Kamakura-Era(鎌倉時代)'s "Shikken(執権=authority figure), confiscated weapons from Kouyasan(高野山) priests
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
The word "Kari/Gari(狩り)" connotes multiple meanings. The major one would be "hunt." Yet, when discussing "Katanagari(刀狩り)," it implies "hunt and deprive" since every single samurai sword was widely confiscated from 1588.
#studyjapanthursday
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Study Japan Thursday
I feel somewhat academic and willing to learn something on Thursday. And, I think it's nice attempt to share what I studied with my folks. Study Japan more. So, tonight. Let's take a look at "Katanagari(刀狩り)."
#studyjapanthursday
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Spending extra time and making a satisfying dinner is my important job of the day: rice(with raw egg), two appetizers(macaroni salad, fried tofu), salad, and an entree(cashew chicken). Now I survived today, and step forward to tomorrow
#mydinnerlastnite
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Academic Reading Thursday
Really a "quick guide" to summarize the basics here. Reading a screenplay requires concentration and imagination. Some screenplays are more challenging to comprehend than any other writing material 
#foreducationalpurposes
https://bookriot.com/how-to-read-screenplays/