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Why ありがとう Became “Thank You” in Japanese (Plus a Turtle Parable)
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Why ありがとう Became “Thank You” in Japanese (Plus a Turtle Parable)

You probably already know that the Japanese word for “thank you” is ありがとう (arigatou). And yes, … Why ありがとう Became “Thank You” in Japanese (Plus a Turtle Parable)Read more

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Rei (礼): Mastering the art of Japanese politeness
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Rei (礼): Mastering the art of Japanese politeness

One of the most complex aspects of Japanese culture for foreigners (myself included) to wrap their heads around … Rei (礼): Mastering the art of Japanese politenessRead more

by Kuma•June 1, 2017June 1, 2017•1

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