When a Japanese person wants to leave, here’s what we say.
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⚔️ A hundred misunderstandings, properly bound.
Every misadventure with America, gathered together and footnoted with afterwords.
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One hand draws, one hand writes, and the tea has gone cold.
If you smiled even once, a coffee helps the next story get made.
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When a Japanese person wants to leave, here’s what we say.
When a Japanese person wants to leave, here’s what we say. “It’s gotten cold, hasn’t it.” = I have nothing else to say. “Take care not to catch a cold!” = Goodbye. “Well, I should probably get going.” = I wanted to leave 30 minutes ago. “Let’s do this again sometime!” = Let’s not. “Get home safe!” = Finally. How do YOU escape a conversation politely?
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NOBUNAGA samurai icon
⚔️ A hundred misunderstandings, properly bound.
Every misadventure with America, gathered together and footnoted with afterwords.
Behold the collection → NOBUNAGA icon
One hand draws, one hand writes, and the tea has gone cold.
If you smiled even once, a coffee helps the next story get made.
☕ Treat the samurai to a coffee

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