heavenly nymph; celestial maiden; beautiful and kind woman
end (e.g. of report, document, paragraph, etc.)
lizard; skink lizard (Scincidae spp.)
chin; jaw; gills; branchia
soil; breeding ground; fertile ground (for); foundation (for the development of ...)
(arch.) Chinese bamboo; (arch.) bamboo imported from China (often used to make flutes); descending vertical sword attack (in kendo, etc.)
secret techniques (of an art or skill); inner mysteries; essence; quintessence; heart
to bring forward (e.g. by 3 hours); to advance; to hasten (e.g. one's death); to quicken (e.g. one's step); to speed up; to accelerate
one roll; one book; one volume; rolling once; wrapping once around
excellent performance; fine play
the human body; one's person
to poke each other; to jab each other
misfortune; short life; evil fate
fall of the curtain; last scene; end of act
regret; flesh, blood vessels and fat from around chicken heart (usu. served as yakitori)
to pluck off (esp. by twisting); to pick; to break off; to wrest (away from); to wrench free; to snatch (away)
undivided attention; concentration
shrine; palace; imperial residence; Imperial prince; Imperial princess; headboard with built-in shelves, drawers, etc.
military strength; military personnel
to be within others' sight; to be visible; to be conspicuous; to attract public attention; to come under observation
canteen; post exchange; PX
lobby; lounge; recreation room; break room
(arch.) charmed and cursed; something that bewilders; something that leads one astray; the work of demons
sake cup; cup for alcoholic beverages; counter for cupfuls, bowlfuls, spoonfuls, etc.; counter for boats; counter for octopuses and squid; cup (in sports)
old-timer; veteran; senior; old stump; old roots
lye; harsh taste; bitter taste; scum (on a soup, broth etc.); (excessive) self-assertiveness; strong individuality
up and down; lightly; nimbly; casually; (strolling about) without a care
squint; cross-eyed; mistaken view
distinguished or meritorious service
acquaintance; friend; familiar face
having an audience with someone of very high social standing (e.g. the emperor)