Japanese Proverbs

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This collection features 200 traditional Japanese proverbs, each accompanied by illustrations and explanations, highlighting cultural significance and daily life insights. Classic sayings like "Fall down seven times, get up eight" embody perseverance, while others reveal aesthetic values such as "A red lacquer dish needs no decoration." Presented in Japanese calligraphy with English translations, the proverbs are complemented by similar English expressions and sumi-e ink drawings, making it an engaging resource for both language learners and cultural enthusiasts.