Notes
The Japan Meteorological Agency 日本気象庁;
blossom 開花;

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The cherry blossoms have already started to open in Tokyo. The Japan Meteorological Agency checked a special tree inside Yasukuni Shrine last Sunday and said that the blossoms had started to open there. Other early prefectures include Hiroshima and Fukuoka, but here in Nagoya we are still waiting. The Japan Meteorological Agency checked the special tree in Nagoya yesterday, but none of the blossoms were open. Today we might have better luck. One thing is for sure. By the end of the month, the whole of Japan will be pink! (by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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The month of March is often called Women’s History Month. “Mobile English” readers should take extra time this month to learn about the accomplishments and contributions of women in Japan, the United States and around the world. March 8 is International Women’s Day. Celebrations are held around the world to recognize the achievements and lives of women. To search online for more readings and images, use a search engine and enter the following key terms:
• International Women’s Day
• Women’s Rights
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