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does おには mean anything? i saw this phrase おには外 and it means outside but does おには mean anything? 'cause i tried typing おにはら at random and its translated to 'and the others'
Jul 5, 2008 6:20 AM
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In Japanese tradition, on the eve of Risshun(立春), we throw roasted soybeans and chant "鬼は外、福は内(おにはそと、ふくはうち)", that means "Demons out! Luck in!"
July 6, 2008
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In Japanese 'Oni' means demon (devil). 'wa' is a particle. 'soto' means outside.
July 5, 2008
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