Notes:
religion 宗教;
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The other weekend, I took a course to learn how to guide travelers from abroad in English. During the two days of training, we went to a cave, a street with “kura”, a traditional Japanese craft shop, a temple, and a ramen restaurant. I gave a presentation about Japanese religion and manners to my instructors and the other trainees on the bus, and when we got off at the temple, I was very nervous because it was my first time! I realized that I didn’t really know the culture and daily life of Japan. They are very difficult to explain in English. (written by a reader, edited by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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Notes:
worship　崇拝、礼拝;
conduct 行う
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There are many Japanese expressions from English, but the meanings are different in the two languages. One example is “morning service.” In Japan, when you go to a cafe and order a cup of coffee or tea, something like a slice of toast and a boiled egg comes with the drink. In English, however, morning service means a worship service at a church. I saw a menu which said “morning service” in English, but I think it should be “breakfast special.” If English speakers see “morning service” on the menu, they might think that church services are conducted in the coffee shop! (written by a reader, edited by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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