BANZAI (万歳)literally means ten thousand years (for the emperor). It is written with the combination of the kanji characters for "ten thousand (万)" and "age (歳)"
Banzai is a Japanese cheer that can be translates as Long life! or Hurrah! It is usually repeated three times to express enthusiasm, celebrate a victory, applause and favor on happy occasion while raising both arms. It is commonly done together with the large group of people.
29 January, our dear friend Mat invited us to a Japanese restaurant at Sentosa Island, to celebrate my 41 Birthday (Yes Johan and Peter, it was my birthday…!). We had Kushiage which are Japanese deep-fried skewers. "Kushi" means skewers and "age" means deep-frying.
The Chef, originally from Osaka, was very impressed with our bike plans so he give us a Banzai cheer.
Hurrah, Hurrah, Hurrah....that Mat picked up the bill !!!
3 comments:
"Matt" said his name is wrong. :D
was a great night. see you soon Carl.
Hurrah, Hurrah, Hurrah..
Sue.
Don’t worry Carl, we will celebrate your birthday somewhere in Kirgizstan. I’ll buy you some horse milk :-).
Johan
Dear Carl
Are Keiko's & Shio's family alright in Japan?
I heard about the news and I'm all worried.
Please tell them that I've asked.
Sue
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