10 Famous Japanese Proverbs

It’s quite likely that you have heard the phrase, ā€œfall down 7 times, get up 8ā€. But did you know that it originated as a Japanese saying? Nana korobi yaoki (äøƒč»¢ć³å…«čµ·ć), which translates to “7 falls, 8 rises” is a very well-knownĀ kotowaza (ć“ćØć‚ć–), or proverb. Ā Here is our list of 10 more famous Japanese proverbs.

Himeji Castle: A National Treasure

Himeji Castle is commonly regarded as the most beautiful castle in all of Japan. Not only do its famous white walls and incredible 600-year history make it a national treasure, but it is also an official World Cultural Heritage Site.Ā