Nice to meet you. I'm Arata. / How long does it take to get to Tokyo by Shinkansen? / I like soft colors. / Cook it until the edges turn golden. / Many cities and towns are famous for their festivals. / My best friend, Eriko, is visiting me next month. / We need to announce the event next week. / I found it pretty relaxing. / Compared to Japan, everything is slightly larger in scale. / I would rather just play the guitar. / It is a special food that is prepared for the New Year. / It might result in inconvenience. / What do you think about this plan? / I wish I could stay longer.（全14章）