Today Ben talks about his hometown, Reading UK. He explains the history of the town and where the name comes from. He also tells us about the Reading (Music) Festival. Ben also gives us a sample of the local dialect.

Words and expressions to listen for:

Dynamic - Tokyo is a dynamic place to live.

Cringe - 不愉快 - The sound of her voice makes me cringe.

Commute - Taro commutes from Saitama to Tokyo every day.

Mud - When it rains the ground turns to mud.

To top oneself (commit suicide) - Kurt Cobain topped himself in 1994.

Mate (friend) - I'm going out with my mates tonight.