Dictionry,part three
Fugu - Puffer fish.
Gaikokujin or Gaijin [gah-ee-ko-koo-jeen] - Gaijin is the term normally used for foreigner; it means 'strange person', whereas gaikokujin is 'person from another country'. Gaijin was popularised by William Gibson and other Western cyberpunk novelists in the eighties.
Gaki - A rug-rat; young, precocious, naughty child.
Gambatte [gahm-baht-teh] - From the Japanese, meaning "good luck", "do your best", "keep at it", or anything equivalent. Usually said in order to provide encouragement or motivation to someone.
Ganbare - To endure, persist.
Ganjitsu - New Year's Day, January 1st.
Gekiga - Japanese word for graphic novel.
Genki - Literally means energy, vigor, vitality or pep. A genki person is one who has lots of energy and is very cheerful.
Geta - Traditional Japanese footwear, consisting of a wooden sandal, with two parallel slats of wood running across the bottom to raise the feet above the ground.
Giku - Onomatapaeia for "oh-oh." Much like, "Gulp!" in comic books.
Giri - Obligatory or obligation, esp. in context of gifts.
Giri-giri - Cut it close to the limit; be at the limits or bounds. A close shave.
Gomen Nasai [go-men nah-sah-ee] - I'm Sorry.
Hachimaki - A piece of cloth wrapped around the head, often adorned with a colourful mon or word. Used either symbolically to show resolve, or also to keep hair and sweat out of your eyes.
Hai [hah-ee] - Yes.
Hajimemashite [hah-jih-meh-mahsh-te] - From the Japanese, meaning "how are you" or "how do you do". It is an expression most commonly used in introductions and meetings, and is meant in a polite manner.
Hanabi - Fireworks.
Hanami - Cherry blossom viewing, usually occurs in April.
Hanko - A stamp or seal used to sign documents, much like our use of a signature in North America. The ink used is red.
Hashi - Chopsticks.
Hashiru - To run, or the act of running.
Hatsumode - The practice of celebrating the new year by flocking to the various shinto shrines, and offering prayers for your family, relatives and gaurdian spirits.
Hatsuyume - lit. "first dream" (hatsu = first, yume = dream) of the year. Traditionally, the first dream that one has on the night of January 2nd signifies the type of year you will have. Of particular importance are three symbols which are considered most lucky; they are (in order) Fuji-san, hawks, and the eggplant.
Heisei - Calmness, peace, tranquility.
Hen - Strange, Weird.
Henshin - Transformation. Used to describe the sub-genre of special-effects shows featuring super-hero transformations (Kamen Rider or Metal Heroes). Also used to describe transforming mecha (Henshin Robo).
Hi [hee] - Fire
Hidari - Left, opposite of right.
Higasa - A sun umbrella or parasol.
Himitsu - A secret.
Hiragana [hee-rah-gah-nah] - One of three, Japanese lettering with 46 syllables.
Iie [ee-eh] - No
Ikebana - The Japanese art of flower arranging.
Ikenai - Not allowed.
Imouto - Younger sister.
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