becoming a devout believer; (religious) conversion
bodhi; enlightenment; happiness in the next world
this mountain; this temple
to eagerly look forward to
one's home; one's humble abode
to open wide (doors, windows, etc.); to fling open
artificial hill (in a garden)
one sweep (of the eye); sweeping view; unbroken view
cool; refreshing; clear (e.g. eyes); bright; clear; distinct
moderate; proper; just right
to blow (of the wind); to blow (one's breath); to breathe out; to play (a wind instrument); to blow (a whistle, trumpet, etc.); to emit (smoke, fire, etc.); to spout
artificial; man-made; human work; human skill; artificiality
ridge of earth between rice fields; ridge between grooves in threshold or lintel; footpath between rice fields; causeway
firefly (Luciola cruciata); lightning bug; glowworm
waitress (in a ryokan or traditional restaurant); hostess
to put into the mouth; to eat
unimpressive; unimpressed
one animal (small); (arch.) two-tan bolt of cloth
common people; ordinary people; masses
high class; high grade; high rank; seniority
riches and honours (honors); wealth and rank
chic; smart; understanding; considerate; familiar with worldly pleasures (esp. sexual relations, geisha districts and red-light districts)
to collect; to gather; to arrange; to put in order; to make uniform; to make even
store name; shop name; restaurant name
social life; social intercourse
salon; saloon; sarong; saron (instrument)
to present; to offer; to show; to display; to assume (e.g. a shape)
to hire for exclusive use; to reserve; to charter
escaping the heat to enjoy the cool breeze (by the river, etc.)
main or important road; influential or important position; the authorities
periodic; regular; routine
pull; patronage; tug; discount
red hair; Westerner (esp., originally, the Dutch)
uncommon; rare; extraordinary; matchless