Japanese Language and Culture

The English letter 'p' does not exist in Japanese, though there are syllables that incorporate the sound. It does not stand for anything in Japanese.

Hiragana is a fundamental component of the Japanese writing system and is used for native Japanese words, verb endings, particles, and sometimes for writing words that do not have a kanji equivalent. It is considered one of the basic scripts alongside katakana and kanji.

Lukas is 'rukasu' in Japanese, written:　ルカス

Yes, using the term "oriental" to refer to a person from China or similar nations is considered outdated and can be perceived as politically incorrect. It is more respectful to refer to individuals based on their specific nationality or ethnicity.

Presenting the mask typically refers to the concept of displaying a false persona or façade to others, concealing one's true thoughts or emotions. It can involve presenting a version of oneself that conforms to societal expectations or norms, rather than expressing genuine feelings or beliefs. This behavior may stem from a desire to protect oneself, maintain certain appearances, or avoid vulnerability.

Both.

Japanese reading is left or right when written in horizontal lines, and right to left when vertical lines.

Short answer: 4

Long answer: Grammatical terms as we know them in English break down when it comes to Japanese, a language where nouns act like adjectives, and adjectives act like verbs.

There are 4 main tenses in Japanese, learn those and you'll be able to say what you want. Dive a little deeper, however, and you'll find other tenses cropping up. There are for example a host of auxiliary "verbs" that can change the tense of a sentence. "-te aru" is an auxiliary that is often translated into English as "has been ~". That brings the total to 6 ("-te aru" plus "-te atta"). But then there are also forms such as "-te oku/-te oita". This doesn't translate well into English, but it could arguably be another tense as it is a verb form that mixes present and future. Finally, things like "-(ru) darou" and "shiyo" are often translated as a future volitional tense.

That brings our count so far to 9 tenses, with perhaps others, depending on how you define them. But again, like I said, grammatical definitions get hazy in Japanese if you're trying to compare them with English counterparts.

konnichiwa = こんにちは / こんにちわ (people write this way these days, but strictly speaking, it's not correct)

congrats = おめでとう (casual) / おめでとうございます (polite)

In the 16th century, some significant numbers of Japanese converted to Christianity due to the efforts of missionaries like Francis Xavier. However, Christianity was later persecuted and suppressed in Japan during the Edo period, leading to a decrease in the number of followers. Today, Christianity remains a minority religion in Japan.

Pottery is important to Japanese culture because of its historical significance, craftsmanship, and aesthetic beauty. It is deeply rooted in traditional Japanese art and has been a fundamental part of daily life for centuries, showcasing the country's artistic traditions and cultural heritage. Additionally, pottery plays a role in various tea ceremonies and other cultural practices in Japan.

There is no evidence to suggest that the Japanese took Amelia Earhart. She disappeared while attempting to circumnavigate the globe in 1937, and the exact circumstances of her disappearance remain a mystery.

'Matte' is the -te form conjugation of the verb 'matsu,' which means "to wait."

One value that can be emulated from the Japanese to enrich our value system is the concept of harmony and respect for others. By emphasizing the importance of harmony in relationships and showing respect for others, we can create a more cohesive and understanding society. This value can lead to better communication, conflict resolution, and empathy towards one another.

There are at least two main Japanese dialects - 'Tokyo-style' and 'Kansai-style'.

It's kind of like American and Australian - both are the same language, with slightly different slang, and came about due to a difference in the location of where people live.

For example, "I don't understand." (informal)

Tokyo: わからない。(wakaranai)

Kansai:　わからへん。(wakarahen)

The kanji is still the same for both sentences:

Tokyo: 分からない。

Kansai: 分からへん。

Shiki is pronounced as "SHEE-kee."

It could mean a number of things, depending on how it's written. Futatsuki can mean "two months" or "second semester" or "lid moon" or "lid tree."

The most likely answer is that "futa" is short for "futanari," or gay boy porn, and "tsuki" being "ring." So, "futatsuki" is a gay boy porn distribution ring.

Though Japanese Kanji does come from the Chinese, modern Chinese has been simplified, so in many cases the Japanese Kanji is an older, different character. Japanese hiragana and katakana, however, do not exist in Chinese.

Before entering a Japanese house, it is customary to remove your shoes and put on slippers provided at the entrance. This is done to keep the home clean as shoes are considered dirty from outside. It is also polite to greet the hosts with a bow and say "sumimasen" (excuse me) before entering.

You may say '[watashi wa] tensai desu.' Written in Japanese: 私は天才です。

In Japanese, 16 is spelled as 十六 (じゅうろく or juuroku) and can be written as 16.

The two main religions in Japan are Shinto and Buddhism. Shinto is an indigenous belief system centered around the worship of kami, or spirits, while Buddhism was introduced from China and Korea. Many Japanese people practice a combination of both religions, incorporating elements of each into their spiritual beliefs and practices.

Japanese writing consists of three different alphabets: Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji. Hiragana and Katakana are phonetic alphabets with characters representing sounds, while Kanji consists of characters borrowed from Chinese writing, each representing a word or concept.

The Hukbalahap (Hukbong Bayan Laban sa Hapon) was one of the largest and best-organized resistance groups in Luzon during the Japanese period. It was a communist-led guerrilla group that fought against Japanese forces and later also against the post-war Philippine government.

Yon-hyaku-juu-ichi.

(four-hundred-ten-one)