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Design choices

  • ChairsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Station signsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Water bottlesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Coffee cupsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • BicyclesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Book coversChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • App iconsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Restaurant menusChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • HousesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Print advertisementsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • RoomsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Café logosChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • FashionChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • CharactersChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • LampsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • WatchesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • HeadphonesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Door handlesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Shopping bagsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Credit cardsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Park benchesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Computer miceChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Gift boxesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • SuitcasesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Hotel lobbiesChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Bicycle helmetsChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.
  • Product packagingChoose A, B, C or D. Describe the design and explain your preference.

Japanese English

  • Japanese EnglishEnglish words that changed in Japan. Explore all 12 words together, compare everyday English expressions, and share your stories.

Talk for a minute

  • Little happinessWhat small thing makes an ordinary day better? How do you reward yourself after a busy week?
  • A free tripYou can travel anywhere tomorrow. Where would you go? Which places make you feel peaceful?
  • Childhood memoriesWhat toy, game, song or television show brings back good memories?
  • Lucky youImagine you won ¥10 million. What would you do first?
  • Something newWhat is something you have always wanted to try?
  • A superpowerIf you could choose one superpower, what would it be?
  • Animals and happinessTell us about a funny or unforgettable animal.

Curious facts

  • Octopus heartsRead the statement on the original slide. What do you think? Explain your reasoning before discussing it together.
  • Wombat pooRead the statement on the original slide. What do you think? Explain your reasoning before discussing it together.
  • A day on VenusRead the statement on the original slide. What do you think? Explain your reasoning before discussing it together.
  • Bananas and berriesRead the statement on the original slide. What do you think? Explain your reasoning before discussing it together.
  • Sharks and treesRead the statement on the original slide. What do you think? Explain your reasoning before discussing it together.
  • The Eiffel Tower in hot weatherRead the statement on the original slide. What do you think? Explain your reasoning before discussing it together.

Brilliant or ridiculous?

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