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The preeminent hobby of the times
Only in small part due to the weather, sadly. 蟄居屏息 chi-.kkyo.hei.soku Literally: “hibernation of insects” – exist; reside – fence – breath Alternately: Staying indoors and keeping quiet. Waiting inside with bated breath. Notes: This was apparently also the name … Continue reading →
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Tagged barely breathing, crime and punishment, Edo era, 蟄居, hiding away, house arrest, shut indoors, 刑罰, 屏息, 江戸時代
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