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Why “Shikishi” Doesn’t Mean “Colored Paper” — And Why That Matters
In English, the Japanese word shikishi is sometimes translated as “colored paper.” At first glance, it seems to make sense: the kanji characters 色紙 literally mean “color” (色) and “paper” (紙). But in practice, this translation is both misleading and reductive.
May 4
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Tegata and Shikishi Boards: The Art of the Sumo Handprint
Explore the tradition of tegata — sumo handprint autographs on shikishi boards — featuring Yokozuna Chiyonofuji Mitsugu.
Mar 25
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