diversion something that people do because it it enjoyable,
entertaining, or pleasant
[count] Hiking is one of my favorite diversions.
Our town offers few diversions.
Sports provide him with a welcome diversion from the pressures of
his job.
[noncount] We're in need of some diversion. [=amusement, entertainment]
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本日，スカパー！プレミアムを解約しました。来シーズン，サッカー観戦するかどうかは
全仏オープンテニス，本日のフィリップ・シャトリエ第４試合，ズベレフvsベルダスコ戦，
是非，観戦したいカードです。といいつつ，これから，エラーニvs土居戦を見ます。
杉田選手は足掛け２日のすごい粘りを見せて２セットオールまでもちこんだものの，
残念ながらの敗退ですわ。
移動中に千円カットで待ち時間なし状態の店に遭遇して，これ幸いと髪の毛を切りました。
英検対策
阿部清直監修『毎日ミニ模試英検１級』トフルゼミナール，2014年。
DAY 12
ここに至って，はじめて１問書きました。orz
くだらない予想ですが，読解問題，Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind『サピエンス全史』から
出題されると予測しておきます(笑)。
Enjoy Simple English
My Home Town Kyoto Part 2: Kyoto's Udon
bean curd [noncout] tofu
Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto
Posted on February 26, 2014 by Jessie
No trip to Kyoto is complete without a visit to the Fushimi Inari Shrine.
This shrine is my #1 sightseeing recommendation in Kyoto.
The reason being not only is it a spectacular view it's also a magical experience to explore
this shrine too.
I've attempted to write down everything I have learned about this shrine to improve your
experience when you visit and answer commonly asked questions.
I hope it can help future visitors to Kyoto!
A long time ago I watched the movie “Memoirs of a Geisha” and the scene where a young
Sayuri runs through a tunnel of orange gates to make a prayer was imprinted in my memory.
I promised myself one day I would see it with my own eyes.
When I arrived in Japan and stood looking at the orange tunnel nearly 10 years later,
I still remembered how I felt when I first saw it. “This must be a dream,” I thought to myself
too stunned to take a step inside. My friend looked back at me, wondering why I had stopped
talking and walking.
As I slowly stepped under the first gate and into the tunnel that seemed to stretch on towards
the heavens, I was very overcome with a wave of emotion. I couldn't come up with the words
to explain to my friend how magical the whole experience was.
It was the moment a childhood dream became a reality. Many people I've spoken to who have
visited this shrine say similar experiences happened to them. I've witnessed tourists actually
jump for joy when they first see the orange gates and couples hug one another. Clearly I'm not
the only one for whom seeing the Fushimi Inari Shrine is a dream come true.
(...)
What's With All The Foxes?!?
By the time you finish exploring the shrine, you may be curious as to why you saw so many
statues of foxes.
This is because foxes in Japanese culture are regarded as messenger spirits.
The Japanese word for fox is “kitsune” and if you look carefully you'll see many restaurants
a delicious dish made with thick udon noodles served in a dashi based soup stock and served
with a piece of fried tofu. Kitsune udon is named after the Japanese fox because according to
legend fox spirits are big fans of abura-age, the deep fried tofu that gives all the flavour to
this great food.
(...)
Kitsune Udon Recipe
in a sweet and salty sauce.
Although you don't often see Kitsune Udon in Japanese restaurants in the US, it is one of
Kitsune is “fox” in Japanese, but don't worry, we don't use fox meat in the dish.
Some people think the dish may have been named because of a folk tale that Aburaage is
a fox's favorite food.
Others think it is called Kitsune because of the brown color that is similar to a fox.
In fact, we often use “Kitsune Iro” (fox color) to describe a brown color in cooking.
The origin of Kitsune Udon is not very clear, but they say that it was invented sometime
in the 19th century at a restaurant in Osaka.
Over the next 100 years, the popularity grew and Kitsune Udon spread to the rest of Japan.
In the Kansai (western Japan) area, it is sometimes pronounced “Ketsune” with an accent
showing affection for this comfort dish.
Kitsune Udon is one of the soul foods for Kansai people.
Aburaage, fried thin tofu, is often cooked and seasoned strongly with soy sauce and sugar,
as you may know from this dish and also in Inarizushi.
The well seasoned Aburaage stands out perfectly without its taste blurring into the soup.
Except for the “Kitsune,” the rest of the dish is very simple.
If you like Udon, you'll love this interesting topping. Try it!
ボキャブライダー
view [count] the things that can be seen from a particular place
The house has a view of the lake. [=you can see the lake when you
are inside or near the house]
a scenic/spectacular/beautiful view
I asked for a room with a view. [=a room that allows you to see
a beautiful or interesting scene form your window]
spectacular causing wonder and admiration : very impressive
a spectacular sunset
a spectacular play in a football game
The stock market has mad a spectacular [=sensational] recovery.
The autumn foliage was spectacular.
tan having skin that has been made darker by being exposed to
the sun's rays I can't believe how tan she is!
spend [+ obj] to allow (time) to pass in a particular place or
while doing a particular activity
I spent my summer at the beach.
She spent eight months living in New York City.
Relaxing with friends is a great way to spend a weekend.
Our cat spends most of his time sleeping.
Too much of my time is spent arguing with customers.
sound [linking verb]
to seem to be something when heard
You sound tired. You should get some rest.
to seem to be something when heard about
Their plan sounds good to me.
Cellen's story sounds false.
It sounded too good to be true.
I'll plan to pick you up at noon. How does that sound? [=do you
think that is good/acceptable plan?]
His new job sounds exciting.
A picnic sounds lovely.
紅茶と合わせる予定ですわ。
にゃもし
