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A small, delicate flower emerges from dark jagged branches to create a beautiful blanket of pink petals. These are the tiny flowers of the cherry tree, which are commonly found in Asian regions like China, Korea and Japan. These trees represent spring time in these regions, and are also symbols good fortune, love and affection. These flowers are used in creating an Asian or Oriental theme in homes and the cherry blossom wedding decorations can also create a gorgeous look to your event.
The cherry tree and the flowers are used quite often in works of art because of their meaning and what the represent in the Oriental culture. In a movie or play they will be part of the scenery reflecting an image felt to epitomize the Asian landscape. To enhance your Oriental wedding theme you can incorporate many classic items into your décor and certainly the splendor of the cherry blossom wedding decorations can be a big part of this. To remind your guests of this wonderful experience the favors can include this pretty soft pink blossom. Glass coasters with the graceful branches of the cherry tree frosted into the pattern. A square candle with the majestic deep dark branches and pink blossoms embedded into the face, and tied off with a rich brown bow and thank you tag. Both ideas are just wonderful gifts as well, sitting at each place setting they will work to complete your theme and add to the oriental flare you have worked to create.
As with all the flowers of the spring season the cherry blossoms are not around for long. In this instance they can symbolize the fleeting nature of life. Your wedding day may be over in a few short hours but the love and affection will be there a lifetime. Perhaps we can use this as a symbol to remind us that each day is a gift and to enjoy it!
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Going the Distance in Japan
Distance conversion is a serious issue for US citizens planning to travel in Japan, because like almost every other country on earth, Japan uses the metric system for weights and measures. While many places online publish a distance conversion chart or can sell you a distance conversion calculator with this function, it’s not a bad idea to be somewhat familiar with the metric system. Knowing something about the metric system will make you a more savvy traveler and facilitate your ability to understand distance conversion.
It’s Based on Multiples of Ten!
There’s almost nothing easier in mathematics than multiplying and dividing by ten – and that’s what the metric system is all about!
When it comes to conversion distance, when traveling in Japan the only measurements you’ll need to worry about are the meter and the kilometer. On occasion, you may need to know something about centimeters and millimeters, but typically only if you’re shopping for fabrics or cigarettes.
A meter is just a bit more than a yard, or three feet; a kilometer is equal to one thousand meters. It’s that simple!
Figuring the Distance
If you need to figure how far you’re going, the easiest thing to do is divide the mileage by 1.6. It won’t be 100% accurate, but this type of distance conversion is accurate enough for most travel purposes.
Therefore, if you are driving a rental car from Kyoto to Tokyo and the sign says 300 kilometers, you can use the above formula to determine the distance in miles, which is about 187.
For The Mathematically Challenged
If you’re like most mere mortals, math may not be your strong suit. If this is the case, you’ll be glad to know that there is an abundance of websites on the Internet that provide online software tools that will facilitate this type of distance conversion. Sometimes, it is as simple as printing out a distance conversion table, which you can keep folded in your pocket.
A conversion distance calculator is another option. Most of these look like regular calculators, and offer an entire range of metric conversion functions for weight, volume, area and temperature as well. Unlike a distance conversion chart or table which can be gotten for free, a distance conversion calculator will set you back about $50 or so – but for those of us who are mathematically challenged, it’s a small investment in a tool that can make your life immeasurable easier when having to do a distance conversion.
About the Author
Wayne Hemrick is an avid supporter of extended learning. He is active in helping English language teachers with an interest in Japan, find jobs.
Who thinks Ben Folds will be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by 2020?
he's one of the best selling artists in USA UK Canada Australia and Japan... albeit with little radio-play. And he's a beast on the piano
No. I don't think so.
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