Sukiyaki (Ue wo muite arukou)

 

1. Today's topic

**Sukiyaki (Ue wo muite arukou)** is a song by Japanese crooner Kyu Sakamoto, first released in Japan in 1961. The song topped the charts in a number of countries, including the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in 1963. It grew to become one of the world's best-selling singles of all time, selling over 13 million copies worldwide.

The song is written in Japanese, but the title is often translated as "Sukiyaki". However, the song is not actually about the Japanese dish sukiyaki. The title is a mistranslation of the Japanese word "sukiyaki nagashi", which means "flowing sukiyaki". The song is actually about a man who is trying to forget his lost love. He walks down the street, looking up at the sky and whistling, so that his tears will not fall.

The song was a huge hit in Japan, and it quickly became popular around the world. It was released in the United States in 1963, and it quickly topped the charts. The song's success helped to introduce Japanese music to a wider audience.

The song has been covered by many artists, including Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Barbra Streisand. It has also been used in a number of films and television shows. The song is a classic of Japanese popular music, and it continues to be popular around the world.

2. Today's. Japanese words

## Basic Compliments in Japanese:

Here are some basic compliments you can use in Japanese, with romaji and explanations:

**Appearance:**

* **Kirei desu ne (きれいですね):** You are beautiful (used for women).

* **Kakkoii desu ne (かっこいいですね):** You are handsome/cool (used for men).

* **Kawaii desu ne (かわいいですね):** You are cute (can be used for anyone).

* **Sono fuku niatte imasu ne (その服似合ってますね):** That outfit looks good on you.

* **Kirei na me desu ne (きれいな目ですね):** You have beautiful eyes.

* **Kirei na kami desu ne (きれいな髪ですね):** You have beautiful hair.

**Skills & Achievements:**

* **Sugoi desu ne (すごいですね):** That's amazing!

* **Jōzu desu ne (上手ですね):** You are good at it.

* **Yoku dekimashita ne (よくできましたね):** Good job!

* **Ganbatte imasu ne (頑張っていいですね):** You are working hard!

* **Isagi ii desu ne (潔いですね):** You are brave/decisive.

* **Shinsetsu na kata desu ne (親切な方ですね):** You are a kind person.

**General:**

* **Ii desu ne (いいですね):** That's nice/good.

* **Kanshimasu (感心します):** I am impressed.

* **Yoroshii desu ne (よろしいですね):** That sounds good.

* **Sukidesu (好きです):** I like it.

* **Tanoshidesu (楽しいです):** I am having fun.

**Tips:**

* **"Ne" at the end of a sentence makes it more polite.**

* **You can add "desu" to adjectives to make them polite.**

* **Be mindful of the context and your relationship with the person you are complimenting.**

3- Today’s news

KL is 18th best city in the world

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/01/30/kl-is-18th-best-city-in-the-world

Other Asian cities that fared better than Kuala Lumpur were Japan’s Kyoto in fourth place, followed by Singapore in the fifth spot. Japan’s Tokyo took the eighth place.

Thailand’s Bangkok came in 12th place while Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam was just one spot above Kuala Lumpur at 17th.

Japan December jobless rate falls to 2.4%

https://www.reuters.com/markets/asia/japan-december-jobless-rate-falls-24-2024-01-30/