Japanese Through Stories

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EN:Near the end of August, Sakura and Sumire compare today’s heat with the summers they remember.JP:8月の終わり。さくらとすみれが、今の暑さと記憶の中の夏を比べます。

EN:On a hot August afternoon, Sumire is eagerly waiting for autumn—but cooler weather is not her only reason.JP:残暑が続く8月の午後。すみれが秋を待ち遠しく思う理由は、涼しさだけではないようです。

EN:On a still-hot August evening, Sakura and Sumire notice a small sign that autumn is approaching.JP:まだ暑い8月の夕方。さくらとすみれは、いつもの景色の中に秋の気配を見つけます。

EN:The yogurt Sumire was looking forward to is missing. After the pudding incident, another playful cat punch is on its way.JP:楽しみにしていたヨーグルトがない？ プリンに続いて、すみれの猫パンチが飛び出します。

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