Nicholas Andriani

Tag: Poetry appreciation

Day 12 of Translating the Hyakunin Isshu: Sōjō Henjō, of the 36 Poetry Immortals of Japan

Aug 3, 2023

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Nicholas Andriani

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Excerpt: Explore the enigmatic world of Sōjō Henjō, a revered poet and Buddhist monk from the Heian period. Join us on a poetic journey as we delve into his waka verses, unlocking the cultural heritage of ancient Japan through modern translation. Immerse yourself in the art of linguistic nuances and cross-cultural exchange, as we preserve…
Day 5 of Translating the Hyakunin Isshu: Sarumaru no Dayū (猿丸大夫), the Immortal Poet of Haian Japan. Bonus: We’re Diving into Nintendo’s First Game!

Jun 25, 2023

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Nicholas Andriani

in 100 days of translation, 百人一首, game development, game Ideas, game studies, gaming, Hyakunin Isshu, Hyakunin Isshu (百人一首), japan, japanese literature, japanese poetry, japanese video games, japanese videogames, localization, nintendo, popular culture, Popular Culture Studies, translation, writing

Explore the beauty of classical poetry with our translation challenge and dive into the captivating history of Nintendo’s hanafuda cards. Discover the artistry and cultural significance of both ancient verses and modern gaming