Japan’s love affair with vending machines is legendary. With over 3.7 million of them scattered …
Read More »What Does “Kakashi (かかし)” Mean In Japanese?
Kakashi (かかし) Meaning: Scarecrow Romaji: Kakashi Hiragana: かかし Katakana: カカシ Kanji: 案山子 Synonym: Odoshi(おどし),Souji(そうじ) Kakashi are dolls made of bamboo and straw that are placed in rice fields and fields to ward off harmful animals, such as birds, that destroy crops. Depending on the region, various nicknames exist, such as …
Read More »