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Japanese writing systemSystem of modified Chinese characters used for writing the Japanese language. The Japanese developed a mixed system, partly logographic (based on the Chinese writing system) and partly syllabic. In the 9th or 10th century two sets of syllabic signs evolved: hiragana, simplified cursive versions of Chinese characters; and katakana, based on elements of Chinese characters. Modern Japanese is written with the two syllabaries and Chinese characters. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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She loved English, but not the rest of her course work in subjects like ancient Japanese writing. Entries are listed in alphabetical order according to the romanized form of the Japanese words, but each one is also written in the traditional Japanese writing system of kanji, both the modern and old forms if applicable. To introduce this art to the uninitiated, the calligraphy instructor writes a simple saying in stylized Japanese writing for students to copy and practice. |
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