to stare at each other; to lock eyes with
to cancel; to withdraw; to retract; to take back (words, etc.); to revoke
sesame seeds; sesame (Sesamum indicum)
gap; break; pause; interval; cut; incision
concerning; per; on account of
looking depressed; long face
peaceful; tranquil; calm; restful
desire for improvement (in social standing, etc.); ambition to rise in the world
living in peace; living a quiet life; being content with one's present position; being satisfied with one's lot
to bare one's fangs; to snarl (at)
what do you want?; can I help you?
exceedingly; extremely; exceptionally; unexpectedly
from beginning to end; from start to finish; from first to last; end-to-end; all the way through
to kindle; to build a fire; to instigate; to stir up; to incite
to damage; to do harm; to disadvantage
being able to do as one pleases; doing at will; pothook
dumbfounded; overcome with surprise; in blank amazement; in a daze
coastal region; coastal area; coastline
interior; backwoods; hinterland; back regions
ancient civilization; ancient civilisation
in respect of; in regards to; as for
coming out; going out; attending (work); appearing (on stage); start; beginning; origins
moderate; reserved; conservative; humble; mild-mannered; self-effacing
(next-door) neighbour; neighbor
to clear; to make clear; to be unruffled; to look unconcerned; to look demure; to look prim
abuse; misuse; misappropriation; using to excess
tactician; schemer; intriguer; resourceful person
to ask the opinion of (a superior)
effect; result; worth; Kai (former province located in present-day Yamanashi Prefecture)
sole; single; solo; independence; singleness; singularity
aroma; fragrance; scent; smell
guest of honor; guest of honour; good customer; important customer
if so; if it be so; in that case; then