“kotoba” (ことば)

“kotoba” (ことば) means “words” or “language” in Japanese. 

It suggests more than just vocabulary; it can embody the soul of one’s thoughts.
In Japanese culture, we treasure how each kotoba carries a certain power (sometimes called kotodama 言霊), a little spirit of expression.

AIKO: When we arrange our kotoba carefully, we craft gentle whispers that soothe hearts or bright ideas that spark curiosity. Isn’t that so subarashii, desu ne? It reminds me of an elegant brushstroke: each line holds more than ink; it has intention, feeling, and sincerity.


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