How do you say a dragon in Japanese?

In Japanese, a dragon is “龍[りゅう]ryuu”.

What is the difference between “龍” and “竜”?

“竜” is a simplified form of “龍”.

Why do people celebrate the age of 60 in Japan?

In Japan, the calendar completes a full cycle in 60 years, so we celebrate the turning of the calendar.

What are 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac?

This is an astronomical term coined during the Shang Dynasty in ancient China. Jupiter has an orbital period of 11.86 years, or about 12 years. It is divided into 12 segments and named according to its position in the sky.

What are 10 heavenly stems?

In Shang dynasty China, it was believed that there were ten suns that rose each day in turn. The names given to each of these suns were the ten heavenly stems.

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