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Explaining the Two Different Symbols for Japanese Yen (¥ vs. 円)
People from outside Japan may know this symbol (Â¥) for Japanese yen, a Y with two slashes through it. However, in Japan, another symbol...
Mar 31, 20242 min read


Hatagaya | Japanese Place Name Etymology
Hatagaya's name originates from a story of the legendary Heian period samurai Minamoto no Yoshiie, who lived from 1039 to 1106.
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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