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Find Your Connection: Captivating Hiragana ‘E’ Soul Tee
Our journey through the spiritual alphabet of Japan continues. After exploring the “First Breath” of あ (A), the “Quiet Strength” of い (I), and the “Rising Wave” of う (U), we now arrive at a character that represents the beauty of how we interact with the world: Hiragana ‘E’ (え). The Kotodama of “E”: Resonance and Expansion In the world of Kotodama (the spirit of words), the sound “E” is associated with expansion and branching out, much like the branches (Eda) of a tree. It carries the energy of En (縁)—the mysterious invisible threads of fate that connect us to…
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Master the ‘い – I’ Sounds with Our Ultimate Video Guide!
A new YouTube video focuses on Japanese words beginning with the ‘I’ sounds, enhancing Hiragana practice through effective vocabulary and pronunciation tools.
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Ultimate way to Learn Japanese! Watch, Read, Speak! Word “あ”
A new YouTube channel launched a video to teach Japanese pronunciation through engaging visuals and audio, designed to complement a series of picture books.
History of Japanese alphabet: Hiragana
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The Evolution of Japanese Character か
The Japanese character “か” has its origins in the complex Chinese character “加,” meaning “to add” or “to increase.” Japanese scholars adapted this character for the “ka” sound, simplifying it over time from the intricate “加” to the fluid “か.” This transformation illustrates the evolution of Japanese writing.
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The Magical Tale of “O”
The post explores the history of the Japanese character “お,” which originated from the complex Chinese character “於.” Initially depicting a bird on a nest, “於” evolved in meaning and sound. As Japanese scholars created their writing system, they adopted “於” for the “o” sound. To streamline writing, scribes simplified the character over time into the elegant “お” we recognize today. This transformation illustrates the blend of beauty and practicality in the evolution of the Japanese language and its writing systems.
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Fluffy Castella Cake: The Ultimate Guide of making castella
Castella Cake is a beloved Japanese dessert with European origins, known for its moist texture. It offers a delightful pairing with green tea or coffee.
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Dashimaki Tamago Omelet: Ultimate Bliss from Hidden Japan
Dashimaki Tamago is a Japanese rolled omelet known for its fluffy texture and umami flavor from dashi stock, becoming a family favorite and a bento box staple.
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Find Your Connection: Captivating Hiragana ‘E’ Soul Tee
Our journey through the spiritual alphabet of Japan continues. After exploring the “First Breath” of あ (A), the “Quiet Strength” of い (I), and the “Rising Wave” of う (U), we now arrive at a character that represents the beauty of how we interact with the world: Hiragana ‘E’ (え). The Kotodama of “E”: Resonance…
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The Ultimate Flow: Discover a Powerful Hiragana ‘U’ T-shirt
Ride the Surge: The Creative Energy of the Hiragana ‘U’ T-shirt Following the “First Breath” of あ (A) and the “Quiet Strength” of い (I), the third chapter of our Kotodama journey has arrived. We are excited to reveal the Hiragana ‘U’ (う) T-shirt, a design that captures the unstoppable momentum of life itself. The…
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Unleash Quiet Strength: Stunning Hiragana ‘I’ Samurai Tee
The Power of Intention: Discovering “Quiet Strength” with the Hiragana ‘I’ Tee Following the vibrant “first breath” of our ‘A’ design, we are proud to introduce the second piece in our Kotodama Series: the Hiragana ‘I’ (い) T-shirt. In Japanese culture, the sound “I” often resonates with two profound words: Ishi (意志 – Will/Intention) and…
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Experience the Soul of Japan: Stunning Hiragana ‘A’ Tee
Wear the Spirit: Discovering “Kotodama” with the Hiragana ‘A’ Tee When you think of Japanese fashion, what comes to mind? Is it the sleek minimalism of Tokyo or the intricate patterns of a traditional kimono? While those are iconic, there is a deeper, more invisible layer to Japanese culture that we’ve captured in our latest…
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Welcome to “Picture this: Japanese words”!
Hello there! My name is Shimachan.
This picture book series was born from my wish to make learning Japanese fun for everyone. I’ve designed it so that even if you’ve never heard a word of Japanese before, you can learn by looking at the pictures, almost like singing a song or playing a game.
You’ll learn not only pronunciation, but also the unique pitch accent of Japanese, which is shown visually so you can understand it even without a native Japanese speaker by your side. Feel free to share the book with your family and friends and have fun saying the words out loud together!
Now, let’s start our Japanese adventure!
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