I have a wall mirror with some I believe Japanese message on it. I’d appreciate if anyone can translate it.
The picture below is clickable. Enlarged picture of the writing is in the listing. I don’t know how to bring it here.
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Thank you @Montrose :)
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hoppyeshopper Reputation: 36 See hoppyeshopper's booth |
Hi, that is in Chinese characters (not in Japanese).
It was quoted from an old poem from Tang Dynasty [URL removed]
- Only after polishing, the sword will be sharp; only after suffering severe winter, the plum blossom will be adorous.
(It simply implies " the more obstacles you overcome, the stronger you become")…
- I hope this helps your some? Happy Holidays, MONTY
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MONTROSE Reputation: 8354 See MONTROSE's booth |
I tweeted about it. I’ll let you know if I get a response.
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brieanna-s Reputation: 14 See brieanna-s' booth |
Hi, I can tell you this, it is 100% CHINESE CHARACTERS,
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theninestarshop Reputation: 14 See theninestarshop's booth |
@Montrose thank you so much :) I really appreciate your help.
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hoppyeshopper Reputation: 36 See hoppyeshopper's booth |
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