Japan’s ‘Hentaigana’: The Lost Characters
Before Japanese script was standardized in 1900, writers used a vast and beautiful array of variant cursive characters known as 'hentaigana'. Born from the simplification of multiple Chinese characters for…
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Kanji: The Art and Philosophy Behind the Characters
Japanese Kanji, an integral part of the Japanese writing system, comprises intricate symbols that encapsulate a depth of cultural richness, art, and philosophy. They stand...