Unlocking Word Meanings
Read the following words/expressions found in today’s article.
1. scattered (adj.) – to be distributed to different locations
Read the following words/expressions found in today’s article.
1. scattered (adj.) – to be distributed to different locations
Example: Many coffee shops are scattered throughout the city.
2. assorted (adj.) –
consisting of different kinds or categories
Example: The restaurant offers assorted meat and vegetable dishes.
3. aficionado (n.) – a
fan of any sport or activity
Example: As a basketball aficionado, he watches national tournaments without fail.
4. bonus (n.) – something
given in addition to what is expected
Example: Employees are given bonuses in their salaries when they exceed their sales limits.
5. session (n.) – a period
of time for a specific activity
Example: Each yoga session lasts for 2 hours.
Article
Read the text below.
Tokyo residents who want to fish need not go out to the countryside to do so, because they can still catch fish from fishing places scattered throughout the city.
Surrounded by sports and recreation
areas, the 138-kilometer Tamagawa River in the west of Tokyo attracts many
local fishermen. Assorted fish
species can be found here, such as carp, rainbow trout, cherry salmon, iwana,
ugui and ayu. The river is also abundant with loach, crabs and turtles.
East of Tokyo, on the other hand, is
the Sumida River, and near the Tokyo Sky Tree—the tallest tower in the
world—is another good area for fishing aficionados. Although the fishing spot looks more
artificial compared to Tamagawa’s natural environment, the place remains
popular with local men. The kinds of fish found in Tamagawa can also
be caught here.
For people living in central Tokyo,
the Ichigaya Fishing Center found along the Kanda river is the perfect place
for the hobby. At ¥690 per hour, one can enjoy fishing in the five pools
filled with carp. The fish are later returned back to the water. As a bonus, a free hour is given to people
who can catch 7kg of fish in a session.
The center also holds a contest for 26 fishermen every second Sunday of the
month.
Boat fishing is also becoming popular
with some adventurous fishermen. Together with a guide, they can explore
Tokyo Bay for Japanese sea bass like striper, barramundi and snook. Renting a
boat for such a trip through Trout & King Fishing Tours costs ¥36,500 for
four hours.
With these fishing places just within
reach to people in the city, many can still continue to enjoy the sport and
hobby.
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Viewpoint Discussion
Enjoy a discussion with your tutor.
Discussion A
·
Do
you think fishing in a rural area is similar to fishing in the city? Why?
·
If
you were to go fishing, would you choose to do so in a city or in the
countryside?
Discussion B
·
What
kind of activities do people usually do when they are in rural areas? Do you
think activities done in rural areas can also be done in the city?
·
What
are the advantages of doing activities in the countryside?