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Well, whether or not I'm blowing the seeds or the wind is, these little guys are designed to fly far and spread their beauty.

They can take root almost anywhere, and once they do, those roots grow deep.

You may chop off their flowers, but once that root is there, it will keep growing back year after year.

[upbeat music] In Japan, they're called tanpoppo and are seen as symbols of courage.

In fact, these courageous little guys are beloved all over the world, and it's easy to understand why.

They're not just a picturesque view and a boost to your spirits.

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Tell us why soy sauce is a dip you can't skip.

Soy sauce.

Oh, boy.

Trying to explain why I love it is like trying to explain why I love walking, breathing, and being alive, all of which are things I do to get more soy sauce.

To start, let me tell you about my happy place.

It's here in Japan at one of those conveyor belt sushi restaurants.

If you're not familiar, picture a small conveyor belt that passes by all the tables in the restaurant.

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