星空の世界展

先日、ある天文学方面の写真展があり参りました。程好い清涼剤となりました。

Yutaka Kagaya
I think he can be noted astronomer, because IAU named Asteroid number 11949, his name, " Kagayayutaka."
(Following description is written by SOGO in Yokohama)
Born in Saitama Prefecture in 1968.
Astrophotographer, planetarium video creator, world pioneer of "digital painting".
Through various approaches such as digital art, planetarium programs, and photography, he fascinates people around the world.
His planetarium program "Night on the Galactic Railroad" has been screened in more than 100 planetariums in Japan, Europe, the United States, and Asia, attracting more than 1 million viewers.
He has also gained popularity as a photographer, with photo collections "Invitation to the Starry Night", "Tenku Sanka", "Eternal Sora", "Paradise of Stars and Sea", "Negativity in the Sky", "Starry Nights", and a collection of photo essays, "Shunkan no Izu". Uchu” and an introductory book, “How to Enjoy the Starry Sky”. His starry sky photographs have been adopted in elementary school science textbooks, and his Twitter followers who post his photographs exceed 890,000.
Asteroid 11949 was named Kagayayutaka in honor of his achievements as an astronomy popularizer and as an artist.
Hanamaki Ihatov Ambassador.

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220803)

1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3'  unit3 'Natural Woder’, ‘ unit4 'Family Life’,Family gripes’.

2, Here a talk from RadioEikaaiwa.

A couple(Casper and Alexis) are talking about waiting.

a Alesis, Come on, let`s go. What`s keeping you? 

b Give me a few munites. I`m putting on my make`up. 

a I`ve been waiting for 20minutes. How long does it take? 

b What`s the big hurry? We`re just going to the mall. We`ve been there a thousand times. 

a We are wasting time. And the neighbors keep looking at me strangely. 

b Nobody cares. Keep waiting. The mall isn`t going to disappear. 

a My whole life is nothing but waiting.

 Key sentence keep waiting. Keep running. Keep crying. Keep raining. Keep going. Keep a dog. Keep a secret keep the law. Keep your word. Keep a promise. Keep quiet. Keep warm. Keep right. Keep at it. What`s keeping you. Keep your hat. Keep it inside Keep me going. Sorry to keep you waiting. Take care.because Lucy can`t keep a secret. Keep listening to Radio Eikaiwa and your Englis will improve quickly. I ate a few rice crackers to keep me going.

Barbara and Takuma are talking about his apartment, 

a So, you are looking for a two-bed room apartment? 

b It`s for me and my fiancee. 

a Oh,congratulations! 

b Thank you. Well, what kind of apartment do you recommend? 

a Of course, it`s depend on your budget, but here is a nice one near Shibuya Station. 

b But the rent.. 

a It`s a reasonable price for this popular area. 

b I don`t want to decide now. Can I see picture of some other places later? 

b Sure. I suggest visiting our website. 

Key sentence whag kind of apadtment doyou recommend? I suggest visiting our website. Recommend began ramen. a film an Italian restaurant London. I recommend that you stop smoking.going there Sugvest a plan Suvgest Ken as the team leader. Suggest zo zoo for your first date. I suggest you shoulf go to the gym everyday. May I suggest meeting at Hotel Nes Ohnishi at 3pm? My doctor recommended to drink green tea. I suggest a nice stroll along the beach. What do you suggest we do? ページトップ

Professor Peacock and Aki are talking about their old picture. 

a Aki, I can`t believe you came to see me after all these years! 

b It`s been a long time. But I knew I would see you again. 

a You said that in 1987, I think. 

b Good memory. I`ll show you some old picture on my tablet. 

a Wow! we were so young, then. 

b Yes, we are. But we are still young at heart. 

a Aki, I would like to show you more of our city tomorrow. 

b Really, Brendan? That would be a treat. 

Key sentence I would like to show you more of our city tomorrow. Explain to you. Let me illustrate it with a flow chart. Demonstrate how to use the machine. Let me explain the rules. Let you know a shortcut to the golf course. The latest study illustrates how serious the problem has come.

Tomas and host mother, Yuko are talking about the priority seats.

a Yuko, can I tell you about something that happened yesterday?

b Of course, Tomas. I`m listening.

a Well, I saw something on the train that really surprises me. b What happened.

a An elderly man with the crane got on the train and young people were sitting in the priority seats.

b And nobody gave up their seats?

a That`s right. I was so angry.

b I respect people who give up their seats for others.

a Me, too. We need to respect our elders.

Key sentence I respect people who give up their seats for others. Respect our elders. Respect different cultures. Respect privacy. Respect human rights. Respect the law. Respect each other. Ms. BRrown is not a very entertaining teacher, but I respect her. I respect my parents. Even if we disagree, we should respect each other`s opinions. I don`t shere his political views, I respect him.

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220727)

Here is a talk from ラジオ英会話.
Topic is verb would like, hope wish, let, ask.
Mr.Emori and his friend are talking.
a I`m so hungry after walking around Nikko Toshogu today.
b Me too.
a Mr.Emori. How did you find this restaurant?
b well, I had to do some research. Not many tourists know about it.
a Oh, look at the menu. What`s the name of this beef?
b It`s a Niko-niko Wagyu. It`s a very high-grade Japanese beef.
a Sounds great. How would you like your steak?
b Hmm. I would like my steak　medium-rare.
a OK, I'll have the same then.
Key sentence I`d like my steak medium-rare.
What's difference these? it sounds moderate.
Would you like some coffee? I`d like to go to England. want you back. want you to come would like you to do that You want to be a bit more careful. I would like to try this dress on. I want you to help Audrey with her Japanese. This sauce wants a bit more salt.

Roxy and her Granpa are talking.
I`m getting excited about going to London on Saturday, Granpa.
b I`m halpy for you, Roxy. You and Granma have a good time.
a Thank you. I`ve always wanted to see a musical in London. This is a dream come true.
b I wish I could go with you Roxy, but I`ve already arranged to meet some friends that afternoon.
a That's OK. I`ll buy some souvenirs from the theater.
b You don`t have to buy me anything, dear. Just enjoy yourself and take care.
Key sentence I hope you and granma have a good time.
Would like is not real so it's subjunctive mood.
Let`s hope I hope you dln`t mind my saying that I hope you don`t mind if i take this call I was hoping that I hope to see you again. I wish I could go with you. I wish you good luck. I wish to thank you. I wish to speak to the manager.
I wish I could speak French.
I hope you don`t mind me interrupting. but I think you`re missing the point.

Arnold Sylvester and Yayoi are talking.
a Hi,Yayoi.Thank you for coming today.
b My pleasure. Actually, this is my first time inside Tokyo Tower,.
a Really? I guess it`s mainly for tourlist.
b That`s right. Arnold, can I see the new scrilt?
a I`ll let you know as soon as I talk with the director. She wanted to make a few changes.
b Ok, I hope the lines aren`t too long.
a They`ll be short. Oh, that`s her now. Let me take this call?
b Sure.
Key sentence let me take this call ?
make, have, let are causative verb.
Let him in, out.
Let him down.
Let it go.
Let you know.(I'll know you)
Let me know.(please know me)
Let me ask you a few questions.
Let me help you.
Don`t let the cat out of the bag.
Let me know if you need any help.
Let me help you with the suitcase, it looks realy heavy.
Don`t let her comments get to you.

Taeko and her colleague are talking.
a Taeko, are you good at designing presentation slides?
b I can do it, but Yayoi is the real expert.
a I know, but Yayoi is taking a leave of absence.
b Oh, yeah, I heard about that.
a So, who can I ask?
b If you want a good presentation, you should ask Raj.
a But he went back to India.
b We`re a global company. You can work with him online.
a Oh,yeah, I didn`t think of that. I`ll ask him to do it, then.
Key sentence I`ll ask him to do it, then.
I ask him to come
I ask him to buy
I ask him to be more careful
Can I ask you a private question?
Can I ask you one more question?
May I ask where you are from?
Don`t ask.(知りません）
You`re asking for it trouble.（自業自得） May I ask you to look over my article?
I`ll ask my husband to lend you a hang.
I asked for a pay raise, but I didn`t get one!

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220720)

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220713)1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3'  unit3 'Natural Wonder’, ‘Is that a fact?’.

2.Here is a talk from ラジオ英会話

Topic verb, bring, drive, arrive and turn.

2 rock group members are talking,

a Synthia, how many guitars have I broken over the years? 

b I can't remember. I've lost count. Why? 

a Well, maybe, it's time for me to do something else. 

b Something else besides playing rock music? 

a Yeah, maybe. You know Dris, the director, making the documentary of our band, right? 

b Yes. 

a She said I should brcome an actor and play a role in her new movie. 

b You mean, you want to break up the band? 

a No, of course not. 

Key sentence how many guitars have I broken over the years? break a glass break a rule break a law break a promise break a word break the speed limit break the world record break a code Could you break this bill? The glass broke My phone broke My heart broke break the news break the peace break the silence break prison break jailDay will break soon John broke up with Mary. Let's have a break. I broke Mom's favorit bese. Who is going to break the news? Why did you break up with Nadine? What? You broke up with Nadine?

A couple are talking,

a Takuma, we need to set a date for our wedding soon. b I know, I`ve been thinking about that. Do you have any ideas? a How about in autumn, saying, early October? b OK, let me check the calendar. Right, there is a three-day weekend. That could work. a The weather is usually nice that time of year. b Yes, and I love the food in autumn, too. a Sounds perfect, Takuma. Let`s do that then. Key sentence we need to set a date for our wedding soon. Wait until the cement jelly sets. Set your mind to it. The sun sets in the west. Mindset My parents set a high value on honesty. Set a time. Seg a price. Set a limit. Set my hair. Set the table for dinner. Set the prisoner free. Set her heart at ease, rest. Set in right. How long does it take icing to set? He set his mind on becoming a professional golfer. If you love somebody, set them free. 

Dr. Frank.N.Stein and Jeannie are talking.

a Jeannie, did you talk to Frankie? b Yes, I saw him today. He had changed into casual clothes. a What was he wearing before? b He was wearing a ckol suit and necktie. That why all the girls were following him. a So, you are not jealous any more? b I never was nealous. You said that. a Well, I`m glad that problem`s settled. You`ve changed a lot, Jeannie. Have I? In what way? b You `re more like a real woman now. Thank you, Doctor. Key sentence You`ve changed a lot. He had changed into casual clothes. Things changed. Change myopinion outlook. Chang my mind. Change my phone. Change this for a new one. Change yen into dollars. Change trains busses planes. Change trains at Ueno. Cryptovurrencies? Times have changed. I`d like to change my yen into pounds.

2 friends are talking.

 a Masaya, did you remember to bring the curry roux? b Yes, I didn`t forget this time. I bought two kinds. Just in case. a OK, I like midium-hot kind. b Me, too. Oh, it`s stop raining. I can build the campfire now. a Make sure you use dry branches. b I know, I`m not clue-less, you know. a OK, let`s stop chattering and get to wor!. b Yes, boss. a And please be careful! Key sentence let`s stop chatting and get to work! Stop talking. Stop smoking. Stop working. It`s stopped raining. The bus stopped. He stopped. Stop tocatch my breath. Stop to think. The bus is stopping. Stop the fight. Stop the war. Stop them arguing. Why did you stop dating him? I don`t know why the train is stopping. I managed to stop the leak.

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220713)

Today's speech is a talk from ラジオ英会話.
Topic verb、bring, drive, arrive and turn.
Helen and Gary are talking.
a Helen, my friend Shaun is having a barbecue at his place for the Fourth of July.
b Wow! That sounds like so much fun. Are you inviting me?
a Yes, of course! But we need to bring something.
b Sure, what shall we bring?
a Something for dessert would be good. How about an apple pie?
b Right. Great idea.
a I'm going by car, so I 'll bring a bunch of hot dogs. Everybody loves hotdlgs, rkght?
a Well, I sure do.
Key sentence what shall we bring?
連れてくる。もたらす。
Bring your girlfriend to the party.
bring peace many problems 20dollars a week many changes.
bring a war to an end.
bring the water to a boil.
What brings you here?
Just bring yourself.
Bring some coffee, pleaze.
支える。移動。
Carry a suitcase.
alwags carry a credit card.
Mosquitoes bring malaria.
I'll bring a bottle of wine.
Could yoj bring me the latest report?
Do you always carry ID on you?

A couple, Casper and Alexis, are talking.
a Hi, Alexis! I'm home. Wbat a hot day!
b Casper, what are you doing?
a I'm taking off my socks. I've been driving all day and my feet are hot!
b And you are just going to leave your socks on the floor?
a For now, yes.
b How many times do I tell you? Put them in the wasbing machine!
a I'll do it later.
b Oh, come on. You never do it later. It drives me crazy.
a All right, all right!
Key sentence it drives me crazy.
Drive the tent pegs into the ground.
Be driven by electricity be driven by jealousy
Steam-driven vehicle screwdriver
drive a sport car a taxi drive your home to the airport
Drive her mad nuts
Drive her into her mind　drive him to crime despair 　his death
Drive him into a corner
What kind of car do you drive?
Lonliness often drives people to drink.
His wife's nagging drive him to drink.
My neighbor's dog's whining drove me nuts.

2 astronaunts are talkkng.
a Akira, can you see me?
b Copy, Commander. Loud and clear.
a Excellent, The surface of this planet isis indeed red.
b What are your impressions afted arriving on Mars?
a It is strange to walking on another planet. But we've discover something more portant.
b Are you talking about the alien ship that we saw?
a Yes, We've reach the conclusion that we are not alone in the universe.
b I wonder if we'll see those aliens again.
a I think we will.
Key sentence what are your impressions after arriving on Mars?
arrive here, home, at the hotel, inLondon.
reach the hotel, London, the tol of Mt.Fuji.
reach the top shelf.
reach 70 mph, a peak, mg knees.
We 've reach the conclusion that
We're scheduled to arrive inNew York on Frhday morning.
The floodwater reached over a meter high.
We reached the conclusion that our plan
won't work.

Gary and Helen are going to Gary`s friend`s, Shaun, house.
a Wait a minute. I took a wrong turn somewhere.
b I thought you knew how to get to your friend's place.
b He moved recently. But I entered the address into my phone.
Ok, I can see it on the map. Turn right at the next light.
a Thanks, Helen. I got it.
b Gary, can I turn the music up a little ? I really like this song.
a Sure, it's an old one by the Desperate Rats,
'Marborough Fair.'
a It's a classic.
Key sentence turn right at the next light.
Tjrn a knob.a key a handle his head
turn his attention to
Turn it over, turn it inside out.
Turn it upside down.
Can I turn the music up a little?
Turn sour. Turn pro. Turn 60. Turn a bed and breakfast intl a cafe.
Turn over a new leaf.
Turn the music down, will you?
Can you turn the table upside down?
The leaves are beginning to turn golden.

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220706)

1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3'  unit3 'Natural Woder’, ‘I had the best time’.

2 Here is a talk from Radio Eikaiwa.

topic is believe, know, wonder, find.

first story  Doug and Shiho are talking.

a Doug, look out this window. Aren't those the pyramids?

b You're right, Shiho. They are huge. And, they are so close to the city.

a I can't believe it! We are finally going to see the pyramids. Tell me I 'm not dreaming.

b You are not dreaming.

a I never thought I 'd actually see the pyramids with my own eyes.

b We will be able to see Sphinx, too!

a I love you, Doug!

b Love you too, Shiho. We will be landing, soon.

a I can't wait!

key sentence  I can't believe it!

I can't believe it!Can you believe it?

I believe we can meet the deadlines.

I beliave it's a great idea.

believe in Ken. God horoscope.

I believe in giving eveyone a fair chance.

You must believe in yourself.

Second story Yuko and Mr.McAvoy are talking.

a Yuriko, you have a very impresive resume.

    almost 20 years at a leading travel agency.

b Thank you, Mr. McAvoy, I enjoyed working there.

a May I ask?  Why did you decide to leave?

b Well I thought I had done everything I could there. I wanted a new challenge.

a Excellent. you'll be a volunteer coordinator for us. I know you'll do a great job.

b I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and starting my new adventure here.

a Welcome aboard, Yuriko!I

b Thank you.

key sentence. I know you'll do a great job.

 know English. London,

Everybody knows  Nobody knows Who knows?

know good from bad know right from wrong.I've never known a winterlike this.

Satomi know Pari very well.

I've never known such terrible service in a hotel.

Everybody says I have no chance of winning, but who knows?

Next story A boy and his friend are talking.

a Wasn't today's lecture interesting?

b Yes, I finally understood what the professor was saying.

a See!

b I guess it takes a while.

a You know, Hayato, I saw an older Asian woman in his office the other day.

b Really? Who was she?

a Some friend he met a ling time ago in Mexco.

b Yeah, so what?

a I think they had a relationship once. I wonder if he still likes her.

b Are you jealous?

a No way.

key sentence  I wonder if he still likes her.

I wonder who that woman is?

I was wondering if you could help me?

I was wondering if you'd like to.

I wonder who wrote this beautiful poem.

I was wondering if you'd like to have dinner with me?

I wonder why Gerard suddenly decided to quit.

Last story Johann and his friend are talking.

a Johann, welcome back. I heard that you had

 a nice vocation in Japan.

b Yes, it was wonderful. I want to go back again next year.

a Excellent, I would love to go to Japan someday, too.

b Oh, What's in the bag?

a This is for you. I found you a great T-shuts in Tokyo.

b Wow, how cool!. What does it say?

a It's Japanese Kanji,'shugyochu'. I was told that it meant, 'I'm in training.'

key sentence. K found you a great T-shutsin in Tokyo.

find time. find Mr. Right. find an empty seat. find the solution. find that he's a good guy. find Chris sitting the bench. find the book easy. find her honest. where did you find the money?

I was lucky to find seat diring rush hour.

I thought her latest book rather boring.

Where did you find such a lovely dress?

「楽しい英会話」の会記録（20220629)

Here is a talk from RadioEikaiwa.
Topic is verb, talk, say, tell, think.
Joanus and Yayoi are talking.
a Joanus, can we talk?
b Sure, Yayoi. It sounds important. Do you want talk in private?
a Yes, let's go into the coference room for a few minutes.
b Sure. So, what's all this about?
a I'm going to take a break from my job for a while.
b A break? Ｌike a leave of absence?
a Yes, I need to take care of some personal stuff.
b Well, you have to do what you have to do.
a Thanks.
key sentence can we talk?
Speak slowly.
Speak English.
Speak on social issue.
CanI speak to Chris? Speaking.
I can't speak for everyone but.
Take to Chris about the matter.
We talked all night about our dreams for the future.
Professor Peacock is speaking on the Great Pyramids of The Giza.
This is my opinion. I can't speak for everyone.

Nolan and his friend are talking.
a Nolan, this food is delicious.
b Yes, the sea food paella is their specialty. Was it worth the wait?
b Yes, I'm so happy we finally got to eat here. It was closed the first time we came, remember?
a Yes, don't remind me.
b It's a very nice restaurant. I love the decor. What does that sign say?
a It says you can't smoke, in Spanish.
b Oh, can you speak Spanish?
a Not really, I took some Spanish in high school.
key sentence it says you can't smoke, in Spanish.
Say good bye.
Say thank you.
Say sorry.
The letter says
The bible says
The fifures say that
It's said that
He is said to be
Let's say
Just say
Say
Why don't you meet, say, at six?
I'm afraid it's time to say good bye.
The official figures say the birth rate is falling.
Let's say I offer yiu the job. Will you tale it?

Yayoi and Arnord Sylvester are talkingBill
a Hello.
b Hi, this is Arnord Sylvester.
a Mr. Sylvester!
b I told you to call me Arnorl.
a Oh, OK, Arnoldh what can I do for you?
b I have a favor to ask you.
a Sure.
b I want you to be in my new movie.
a Me? I can't act.
b You don't need to. it's a short scine in Japan.
a Well, I would like to learn more about it.
a Yes , of course. But please don't tell anyone about this.
b OK.
key sentence please don't tell anyone about this.
Don't tell him your phone number.
I told you to call Arnold.
He told me that
I can tell it's a wig.
Don't tell anyone your PIN number.
The new boss tell us to call him God.
I can't tell if that's genuine or fake 10000 yen note

Bill and Doris are talking.
a Bill, excellent job. That was another amazing concert.
b Thanks, Doris. The fans really love our Mount. Fuji set.
a Yes, and I was really impressed by your singing.
I think you are an amazing singer.
b You're too kind.
a Your voice reminds me of John Lennon's.
b A lot of people say that. I don't look like him, though.
a That's true. you don't. Anyway, I have enough footage for the documentary now.
b I'm looking forward to seeing it.
key sentence I think you are an amazing singer.
think hard
think carefully think deeply. let me think.
I'm sorry but I don't thinh it'll work.
I think I'll go shopping.
I think it's a great idea.
I don't think it's a great idea.
i thought him a reliable person.
I always tell my student to think positive.
I think I'll take a nap.
I thought him a reliable guy.