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Traffic lights are different in each country, and it’s really interesting.

In Japan, for example, the green light is often called “blue.” This surprised many foreigners at first, but it’s because of how colors are named in Japanese. Also, pedestrian lights in Japan make bird sounds to help blind people cross the street.

In China, traffic lights have countdown timers. These timers tell you how many seconds are left before the light changes. I think this makes it easier for people to know what to do.

In the United States, pedestrian lights say “WALK” or “DON’T WALK.” Sometimes, they use pictures instead. The yellow light means “slow down,” but some drivers try to hurry instead.

In England and Australia, some crossings have buttons you can press to stop cars. Drivers wait patiently until everyone crosses.

It’s amazing how traffic lights meet different needs!
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Here is an easy quiz about traffic lights for you (^_^)

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Notes:
vending machine 自動販売機;
overweight people: 太りすぎの人々;
incredibly: 信じられないほど;
on the way: 進行中で;
punctual: 時間に正確な
workout: 運動
overall: 全体的に

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An American traveler spent a month in Japan and found it full of surprises! He loved how safe Japan is—imagine forgetting your phone or wallet in public, and no one steals it! He was amazed by the countless vending machines and how peaceful the streets are; people rarely use headphones while walking. Most people in Japan seem to live a very healthy lifestyle—he didn’t see many overweight people. The streets are super clean, even without public trash bins. People are patient, always waiting for the green light, and kids at schools clean their classrooms themselves. Japan is incredibly technologically advanced, with smart toilets and a new high-speed train—500 kilometers an hour—on the way. The traveler also noticed how punctual everyone is; if a train is even a minute late, the staff apologizes! Plus, customer service is amazing—hotel staff gave him water and a towel after his workout. Overall, he found Japan to be clean, safe, and advanced, with friendly and considerate people. It was an unforgettable experience!
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