“The rice, salt and water used in this kanji represents our bravery. It has now become a symbol of the Tamils.” As the rain gets heavier, kids from the neighborhood show up at the temple ...

It represents fairness and sharing. The kanji for rice paddy, ta (sometimes pronounced da), is found in the names of many Japanese families. Ta is also a symbol of prosperity and wealth. This is ...

The kanji 金, carrying meanings like “gold” and “money,” was selected once again as the Kanji of the Year by popular vote. People selected it for its associations with the gold medals ...