とおかさうち
Meanings
Expression
Proverb
1. women appear the most beautiful when viewed from afar, in the dark, or when wearing a bamboo hat; seeing less is more
Kanji used
night
eye
far
Asian-style conical hat
inside
Composed of
seen in the dark or at a distance; (a woman) looking prettier when seen in the dark or at a distance
conical hat (East-Asian style); coolie hat; something shaped like a conical hat or an umbrella; shade (of a lamp); mushroom cap
inside; within; while (e.g. one is young); during; among; amongst; in (secret, chaos, poverty, etc.)