One of the first names for Japanese men. The name “Tanjiro” isn’t just a character from the manga or anime. It is rarely seen in modern male names. Modern names are mostly one or two kanji characters, and three-kanji names are relatively uncommon. For men, adding “郎” (ro) was common since ancient times, similar … Read More
Kamado is one of the Japanese family name. The “Kamado” isn’t just a character from the manga or anime. This surname is extremely rare and uncommon, with only about 10 people bearing it in Japan. The protagonist of the manga Demon Slayer, Kamado Tanjiro, shares this surname. What is the origin of Kamado? Places … Read More
A ball game where teams compete to score points by carrying an oval ball into the opponent’s in-goal area. While the 15-a-side Rugby Union is the most common form, there are also 7-a-side (Sevens), 10-a-side (Tens) Rugby Union, and Rugby League (13-a-side). Origins of Rugby Modern rugby traces its origins to football played among … Read More
This Katakana is a Katakanaized version of the English pronunciation. Of the two lines, the upper is “I love you” and the lower is “I like you”. It is not in exact English The word “like” in “i like you,” which is the second line, is not usually used for people, but Japanese people … Read More
This is a work in which the Hiragana word “すげー” and the synonym are written in English “great”. It is written in English with Japanese in a method called bi-calligraphy. It’s one of a universal term in Japan. Although the title says great, it is colloquially used to express surprise or positivity. It is … Read More
Description for Portuguese The country’s name is said to have originated from the old name of Porto, “Portus Cale”. About 1/4 of Japan’s land area is inhabited by 10 million people, most of whom are Catholics. Surrounded by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, it is the westernmost country in Europe. Portugal’s history The most … Read More
This is a calligraphy written using a method called bi-calligraphy, and it has the same meaning as the English word “growing up” and the Japanese word “成馬” in Kanji. 成馬 is a mature horse over 20 months old Although this word is not listed in the Japanese dictionary, it is sometimes read as Narima, … Read More
Description for Boisterous dance as four character idioms One of the four-letter idioms, it means to be so happy that you can’t help but dance. This word expresses the feeling of being so happy that your body moves involuntarily, rather than the feeling of being happy. Japanese says “Kyo ki ran bu”. Origin of … Read More
Description for Obscure as four-letter idioms It’s a word used when you’re in an ambiguous state and you’re not sure what you mean. For example, it is used when you are not sure whether a romance is about to start or whether you are just getting along as friends. Japanese said “Aimai-moko” as four … Read More
Description for Sakyamuni Founder of Buddhism. Although there are various theories about the dates of his birth and death, it is difficult to determine, but the most popular theories are 565-486 BC and 465-386 BC. A transcription of the Sanskrit shakya. Shakyamuni was originally the name of a tribe in northern India, but is … Read More
Description for Seattle city The largest city in the United States, located on the eastern shore of the Puget Sound in Midwest Washington. In addition to serving as a center of commerce, industry and transportation in the Pacific Northwest region, it also serves as the cultural leader of the state. Blessed with good harbors, … Read More
Description for At one swoop as four-letter idioms To cast down a net once and catch many fish. In turn, to capture all the members of the crew in one fell swoop. Clearing up complex situations all at once. A four-letter idiom made from an old Chinese history book Japanese says “Ichi mo da … Read More
Description for Highness Honorific title for feudal lords and nobles. Honorific for the Crown Prince, Imperial Family, etc. Used for the Crown Prince, Crown Princess, Grand Prince, Grand Princess, Prince, Princess, Inner Princess, King, Queen, etc. Honorific for regents, kanpaku, and shoguns. Beneath the palace. Below the steps (kizahashi) of palaces or halls. Explanation … Read More
Description for That refreshing and pleasant climate of fall as four-letter idioms In autumn, the sky is clear and the weather is pleasant, which means that appetite increases and horses grow fatter. When a migratory high pressure system that grows on the continent gently covers the vicinity of Japan, dry and refreshing air spreads. … Read More
Description for Amazon 1. In Greek mythology, a race of female warriors (plural Amazones) that lived along the Black Sea coast. They have intercourse with foreign men at certain times and give birth to children, but the male children are castrated or killed, and only the female children are raised. It is said that … Read More