Bridging Japan and New York through Words and Culture
How to Read English Long Sentences | Understanding Subject + Predicate Hello! This is Maegami from the blog Goddess Bangs. Today, let’s dive into a key method for improving your English reading skills: understanding Subject + Predicate sentence structures. So far, we’ve tried two quizzes focusing on this concept. For short sentences, splitting them into…
Delicious Pho Noodles at Saigon Shack in West Village, NYC Do you love Vietnamese pho? New York City, home to many Vietnamese immigrants, offers countless pho restaurants. While Chinatown used to be the main spot for authentic pho, today you can enjoy it all over Manhattan. This time, I visited Saigon Shack, a cozy and…
How to Read Long English Sentences: Subject + Predicate (Part 2) with Quiz Meta Description (SEO):Learn how to read long English sentences by focusing on subject and predicate. This guide explains why verbs are key, offers practical examples, and includes a quiz to practice your English reading skills. Subject + Predicate: A Quick Review In…
What Does Freedom of Speech in America Mean? Politics, Comedy, and Journalism Intertwined Explore what freedom of speech really means in America. From Trevor Noah’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner speech to the unique relationship between politics, comedy, and journalism, discover how free expression shapes democracy compared to Japan. Why Freedom of Speech Matters in the…
What Is the New York Public Library? The New York Public Library (NYPL) is one of the most famous libraries in the world. Founded in 1902, it has grown into a vast network of more than 90 branches across New York City. The most iconic location is the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building in Manhattan, instantly…
Why Reading Comprehension Builds Your English Brain If you want to think in English instead of constantly translating from Japanese, reading comprehension is one of the most effective methods. By reading many sentences in English—and learning how to break them down—you’ll naturally start developing an English brain. What You Need to Get Started First, try…
Yellow Taxi vs. Uber in NYC: Why You Should Try the Curb App Hello! This is Maegami from the blog “Megami no Maegami.”When you think of New York City, one image that probably comes to mind is the iconic Yellow Taxi. You’ve seen them in movies, on postcards, and cruising through Manhattan traffic. Traditionally, you’d…
Why You’ll Love Living in Queens, New York: The Ultimate 2024 Guide Are you looking for the perfect place to live in New York City? Queens might just be the hidden gem you’ve been searching for. With its incredible cultural diversity, mouthwatering food, excellent public transit, and livable neighborhoods, Queens is quickly becoming one of…
What Is OMNY? OMNY (One Metro New York) is the city’s new contactless payment system for subways and buses. Instead of swiping a MetroCard or paying coins for buses, you can simply tap a credit card, smartphone, or smartwatch at the turnstile. It works much like Japan’s Suica or PASMO cards. How OMNY Works Using…
