Love can be forgiving in Japanese sayings, although that does not mean it will always last forever. あばたもえくぼ — Abata mo ekubo. According to the old saying “even pockmarks are ...

In this Telegraph series, ‘Phrases to get you furthest’, we teach you some essential sayings, fun phrases and quirky idioms from around the world. Jump to content UK News Website of the Year 2024 ...

Cats are popular pets in Japan, but as the following proverbs underline, they are not necessarily associated with practical contributions. 猫に小判 — Neko ni koban.The koban was a gold coin ...

Among the many dignitaries attending events commemorating the March on Washington Wednesday is Caroline Kennedy, who is President Obama's nominee to serve as the next U.S. ambassador to Japan ...

In this Telegraph series, ‘Phrases to get you furthest’, we teach you some essential sayings, fun phrases and quirky idioms from around the world. Jump to content UK News Website of the Year 2024 ...