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avocado

Avocados are called the “butter of the forest” because they’re high in fat. They look like vegetables, but they’re actually fruit. Avocados are often mistakenly called “abogado” in Japanese, but the correct pronunciation is “abokado.” By the way, in English they’re also called “avocado.”

Gum-Gum Fruit

One Piece is a hugely popular manga by Eiichiro Oda. The protagonist, Monkey D. Luffy, gained the ability to stretch and contract his entire body like rubber after eating a Devil Fruit called the Gum-Gum Fruit. Thanks to this power, Luffy takes on various challenges and continues his adventures with his crewmates, fighting in unique ways.

sheep

Lamb refers to the meat of sheep. Specifically, the meat of young sheep less than one year old is called lamb; it has a mild odor and a tender texture. In contrast, the meat of adult sheep is called mutton and has a richer flavor. In Japan, it is well known in dishes like jingisukan, and it is also widely enjoyed overseas. It is highly nutritious, being rich in iron and protein.

Daisy Duck

Daisy Duck is one of the most popular Disney characters and is known as Donald Duck’s girlfriend. Since her first appearance in the 1937 film “Don Donald,” Donald and Daisy have appeared together in many works as a close pair. Cheerful and dependable, Daisy always watches over the short-tempered yet lovable Donald with gentle care.

Nakagawa family

The first champions of the M-1 Grand Prix, which was held for the first time in 2001, were the brother duo Nakagawa-ke. Formed in 1992 and affiliated with Yoshimoto Kogyo, they have won numerous awards beyond the M-1 Grand Prix. The younger brother, Reiji, is known for his high-quality impressions—most notably his train conductor impression—which he performs both in their routines and in various other settings, delighting audiences with laughter.

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Tadpoles become frogs by growing arms and legs and changing their form. This series of changes is called metamorphosis. During this process, not only the external appearance changes, but internal organs also undergo transformations. In addition to frogs, many other creatures, such as butterflies, bees, and moon jellyfish, undergo metamorphosis.

Goat

Cashmere is made from the hair of goats that inhabit highland regions, primarily in northern India, China, and Mongolia. The hair of goats living in cold climates is extremely fine and soft, and is known as a luxury fiber for its excellent warmth and pleasant feel. Because cashmere products are light yet warm, they are commonly used for winter clothing and accessories such as sweaters and scarves.