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Yesterday was Valentine's Day which is celebrated in many countries. However, Japanese style Valentine's is different. In Japan, ladies present men with chocolate and men need not do anything. In England and other countries, couples show their love for each other by exchanging gifts. The gift could be chocolate, or it could be something expensive like jewellery. Many couples have a romantic evening together; restaurants are usually full. Most men give a bouquet of flowers to their lover; red roses are the most popular; florists sell out quickly. Some men give their lover lingerie which is considered romantic too. Many couples exchange cards with romantic messages.

Although Valentine's Day has its origins in Christianity, it is no longer associated with Christianity and can be enjoyed by all romantic people around the world. Valentine's Day in Japan was started last century by the confectionery industry (maybe Morozoff or Mary's).

Thank you very much to all the ladies who gave me chocolate.