Baekje Historic Areas [Unesco WHC]

  Nestled in the hills of the Republic of Korea, this area has eight archaeological sites from the years 475 to 660 CE. There’s the Gongsanseong fortress and royal tombs at Songsan-ri, connected to the capital city of Ungjin (now known as Gongju). Busosanseong Fortress and Gwanbuk-ri administrative buildings are also part of the landscape. …

How do video games suffice adults’ needs

  Video games are often thought of as a pastime for children and teenagers. However, there is a growing market for video games that are specifically designed for adults. These games are often more complex and challenging than those designed for younger players, and can provide a sense of satisfaction and achievement that is often …

Bird (Chicken) vs Goose in Japanese

鳥肌, 鶏肌 とりはだ torihada   Meaning – goose bumps (The Japanese word for “Goose” is 鵞 ガチョウ gachou. 鳥 “bird,” tori) Example: 寒さや恐怖などによって、皮膚に鳥肌があらわれる。鳥肌立(だ)つ。「怪談に鳥肌(とりはだ)が立(た)つ」。 近年、「名演奏に鳥肌(とりはだ)が立(た)つ」のように、深い感動の表現としても用いられることがある。(Source: www.weblio.jp)   The skin may develop goosebumps in response to cold temperatures or when feeling scared, such as when hearing a spooky tale. Recently, it has been used to express strong …

How do translators have a break?

How do translators have a break? There are many ways for translators to have a break. Some of them might involve taking a walk, listening to music, or reading. However, one of the best ways to have a break is to simply relax and empty your mind. This can be done by meditating, doing yoga, …

Hyperconnected culture

New trend in hyperconnected culture A new trend is emerging in our hyperconnected culture: the rise of the sharing economy. From Airbnb to Uber, people are increasingly using technology to share resources and services with each other. This new trend is based on the principle of collaborative consumption, which is the idea that we can …