Proverb / Kotowaza
明日は明日の風が吹く
There is no use worrying about the future today, as tomorrow will take care of itself.
Tomorrow's wind will blow tomorrow.
Quick Answer
There is no use worrying about the future today, as tomorrow will take care of itself.
- Literal Image
- Tomorrow's wind will blow tomorrow.
- How to Use It
- Used to encourage someone who is anxious about the future or to comfort someone after a failure by reminding them that a new day brings new possibilities.
Meaning
Since we cannot know what will happen until tomorrow arrives, worrying about it in advance is pointless. This proverb encourages an optimistic outlook, suggesting that it is better to let things take their natural course and face tomorrow when it comes.
Literal Image
Tomorrow's wind will blow tomorrow.
How to Use It
Used to encourage someone who is anxious about the future or to comfort someone after a failure by reminding them that a new day brings new possibilities.
Tone
Optimistic and reassuring.
Examples
失敗して落ち込んでいるけれど、明日は明日の風が吹くさ。気楽にいこう。
I'm feeling down after failing, but tomorrow is another day. Let's take it easy.
先のことを悩みすぎても仕方がない。明日は明日の風が吹くと割り切ることも大切だ。
It's no use worrying too much about what's ahead. It is important to accept that tomorrow will take care of itself.
明日は明日の風が吹く」が彼の口癖で、どんな時も前向きだ。
He always says, 'Tomorrow is another day,' and stays positive no matter what.
Learning Notes
Key Vocabulary
The vocabulary consists of basic words like 'tomorrow', 'wind', and 'blow', but the phrase is an idiomatic expression.
明日
あした / ashita
tomorrow
風
かぜ / kaze
wind
吹く
ふく / fuku
to blow
Usage Profile
Usage note: While optimistic, it can sometimes sound like one is avoiding responsibility if used in a professional context.
Misread Risk
Do not use it to suggest that you don't need to plan at all; it is about not worrying excessively, not about being irresponsible.
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Origin
This expression is derived from the idea that just as the natural wind is unpredictable, human destiny cannot be foreseen. It eventually became used to represent an optimistic outlook on life.
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