remmen-tai

Japanese script

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The term "remmen-tai" refers to a style of Japanese calligraphy. It is a specific way of writing the hiragana script, one of the two syllabic scripts used in the Japanese language. In remmen-tai, the hiragana characters are written continuously and connected together without any breaks. This style is known for its flowing and graceful appearance, often resembling a bundle of silk strings. It requires significant training and artistic skill to execute properly, demanding speed and precision from the calligrapher. This style is distinct from Chinese calligraphy, though it shares some similarities with the Chinese "grass style".1

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…especially in the style of remmen-tai, in which the hiragana are written continuously and connected together without break, and in chōwa-tai, in which some kanji words join hands with the hiragana. Japanese calligraphy in remmen-tai or in chōwa-tai has some resemblance to the Chinese grass style, but the two are…
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…especially in the style of remmen-tai, in which the hiragana are written continuously and connected together without break, and in chōwa-tai, in which some kanji words join hands with the hiragana. Japanese calligraphy in remmen-tai or in chōwa-tai has some resemblance to the Chinese grass style, but the two are…
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