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Proverbs

Spear Shield: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 矛盾 (Mujun)Literal meaning: Spear shieldCultural context: This term originates from an ancient Chinese...
Proverbs

The Enemy Is At Honno-ji: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 敵は本能寺にあり (Teki ha Honnouji Niari)Literal meaning: The enemy is at Honno-jiCultural context: This prov...
Proverbs

Dreams Are Reverse Dreams: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 夢は逆夢 (Yume ha Sakayume)Literal meaning: Dreams are reverse dreamsCultural context: This proverb refle...
Proverbs

Snow And Ink: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 雪と墨 (Yuki to Sumi)Literal meaning: Snow and inkCultural context: This proverb contrasts snow (pure wh...