Japanese Proverbs About Character and Virtue

Good deeds bring good results, and bad deeds bring bad results.

Doing good deeds in secret will inevitably lead to a visible reward.

Even a brief act of kindness is remembered for a very long time.

Asking a question may be embarrassing for a moment, but remaining ignorant brings shame for a lifetime.

Turning to divine help only when in trouble, despite ignoring it at other times.

Criticizing someone for a flaw that you also possess without realizing it.

Sincere advice and constructive criticism may be painful to hear, but they are beneficial for one's self-improvement.

Lying is the first step toward committing more serious crimes like theft.

Good fortune naturally visits a household that is always filled with laughter.

Hurry to do good deeds without hesitation.