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Grammar: de wa nai desu ka, ja nai ka, n ja nai ka, no de wa nai desu ka | Function: making mild assertions, suggestions | Topic: cherry blossom, flower viewing, hanami, traditions | Politeness Level: casual, formal, Informal, Polite
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