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"Itadakimasu."
I just watched an NHK World episode called "Sprititual Explorers." You can watch this episode online at this link.
The episode explores the meaning of "itadakimasu." Here are some meanings explored in the episode.
1. "I receive this food with deep humility."
2. "All things and all food come from the gods, and I thank the gods for this food. "
3. "This fish gave up its life for me, and for this I am truly grateful. "
I just watched an NHK World episode called "Sprititual Explorers." You can watch this episode online at this link.
Spiritual Explorers - Special Programs - TV Programs - NHK WORLD - English
Itadakimasu - Giving Thanks for Life -: Itadakimasu - Giving Thanks for Life - is a short phrase that Japanese people say before each meal. Today we will explore the intriguing roots of itadakimasu in Chiba Prefecture.
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The episode explores the meaning of "itadakimasu." Here are some meanings explored in the episode.
1. "I receive this food with deep humility."
2. "All things and all food come from the gods, and I thank the gods for this food. "
3. "This fish gave up its life for me, and for this I am truly grateful. "