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Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Hi, I’m Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

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Muchimi

First of all, let's understand the translation of Muchimi. It comes from the word "mochi" (餅), which means (sticky) rice cake. In standard Japanese, it is pronounced "mochimi," while in ...

The history of Japan’s mythical lion dogs, known as shisa

The history of Japan's mythical lion dogs, known as shisa, is rooted in Okinawan folklore and cultural traditions. Shisa is often depicted as a pair of lion-like creatures, with one ...

The McDojo Phenomenon

Unveiling the World of Dubious Martial Arts Studios: The McDojo Phenomenon. In the realm of martial arts, there exists a rather controversial entity known as the "McDojo." This term has ...