Japanese Proverb

Art is the illusion of spontaneity.

If you believe everything you read, better not read.

One kind word can warm three winter months.

The reverse side also has a reverse side.

If you believe everything you read, better not read.

Never rely on the glory of the morning nor the smiles of your mother-in-law.

Beginning is easy - Continuing is hard.

When the character of a man is not clear to you, look at his friends.

Gossip about a person and his shadow will appear.
Japanese Proverb - Also quoted in the movie Rising Sun
If you sit by the river long enough, you will see the body of your enemy float by.

Fall down seven times, get up eight.

Fall seven times, stand up eight.

- Japanese Proverb