Blood & Ink: Ganbatte.

The Japanese have some dank words…

Ganbatte is up there in the upper ranks.

“Ganbatte is more than just a Japanese word; it is a core language component of the country’s culture and ethos. Ganbatte describes something rooted in the citizens of Japan from birth, a sentiment carried with them throughout their entire lives.”

We continue…

“For the Japanese, however, ganbatte is indeed a way of life, no matter what kind of adversity one faces. It is related to the term gaman, from Zen Buddhism, which is ultimately about persevering with dignity no matter how difficult one’s circumstances may be.”

Cheer up.

Be courageous.

Do your best.

Ganbatte—brothers and sisters—ganbatte!
EB.