Even Cats and Rice Ladles : The Wise and Witty World of Japanese Sayings

Explore the wonderful world of Japanese sayings. Did you know the Japanese have a word for when you’re not hungry but want to eat (because your mouth is lonely)? Or that there’s a word to express the way sunlight filters through the leaves of trees? Discover 50 lighthearted expressions you never knew you needed in your life, in this charming collection of 50 illustrated translations. Discover 50 expressions you never knew you needed in your life in this charming, illustrated collection of Japanese sayings. What do cats have to do with rice ladles? What do the moon and soft-shell turtles have in common? And why is your boss like a crane? You'll find out the answers to these and so many more in this light-hearted look at Japan's wisest and wittiest turns of phrase. Perfect for language lovers and Japanese culture fans alike, Even Cats and Rice Ladles will make a unique addition to your bookshelf (even if the books are already packed like sushi...). Explore the wonderful world of Japanese sayings in Even Cats and Rice Ladles.