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Japanese sound words
& beyond
Explore onomatopoeia — little words full of meaning, and the rich world of expressions beyond words.
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New words, fresh perspectives, and tiny discoveries.
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What Is “Gisshiri”? The Japanese Expression for Something Packed Full
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What Does “Toutoi” Mean in Modern Japanese? More Than “Precious”
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What Is “Hokkori”? The Japanese Feeling of Warmth and Gentle Comfort
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What Is “Sura Sura”? The Japanese Expression for Doing Something Smoothly and Effortlessly
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What Is “Shinmiri”? The Japanese Feeling of Quiet Emotion and Reflection
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What Is Yuuyake? More Than a Red Evening Sky
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PUNI PUNI DICTIONARY
Discover the world of Japanese sound words.
Watch, listen, and find your favorite expression.
Puni Puni Dictionary
Perspective
A softer way to look at language.
Comparison Series
Similar words. Different little worlds.
Sound Words in Japanese Culture
Language, seasons, and everyday life.
Tea Time Columns
Take a breath. Stay for a little chat.
Words Explained Through Onomatopoeia
Explore meaning through little sound words.
Sound Candy Jar
Little expressions, full of flavor.
Creatures Cave
Meet the creatures of the Puni Puni world.
Almost Onomatopoeia!
Explore the edges of sound and meaning.
What Is “Oi Oi”? A Playful Japanese Expression of Surprise and Disbelief
Explore the edges of sound and meaning.
What Is “Aka Aka”? A Japanese Expression That Makes Red Feel More Vivid
A little discovery is waiting for you.
Onomato-Bits
Small bites of language and discovery.
Across Languages
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Sound-based
Sounds you can almost hear.
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Explore sound-based expressions.
Motion-based
Words that move with you.
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Explore motion-based expressions.
Emotion-based
Little words for big feelings.
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Explore emotion-based expressions.
Texture-based
How the world feels to the touch.
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Condition-based
States, moods, and moments.
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Explore condition-based expressions.
Visual-based
Expressions for what we see.
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Explore visual-based expressions.
FIND YOUR LITTLE WORD
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HELLO FROM NAOBOO
Welcome to our little world.
Japanese onomatopoeic expressions — each one like a tiny, sound-flavored candy, shared gently and playfully.
Find a favorite or two to carry with you.