Japanese proverb on a merry companion.

18 07 2008

A merry companion on the road is as good as a nag.
Source: (Japanese)

Not real real sure that this is a compliment to the companion, but I thought I would put this quote in any way!

Onecoolsoul





Japanese proverb about knowledge.

12 10 2006

Knowledge without wisdom is a load of books on the back of an ass.
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb about affinity.

19 09 2006

Affinity is a mysterious thing, but it is spicy!
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb about words.

19 09 2006

A round egg can be made square according to how you cut it; words would be harsh according to how you speak them.
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb about Jack and Jill.

19 09 2006

A good Jack makes a good Jill.
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb about money.

17 09 2006

Getting money is like digging with a needle. Spending it is like water soaking into the sand.
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb on laughter.

12 08 2006

Laughter cannot bring back what anger has driven away.
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb on one kind word.

10 08 2006

One kind word can warm three winter months.
Source: (Japanese)





Japanese proverb on virtue.

8 08 2006

Virtue is not knowing but doing.

Japanese Proverb