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Elizabeth Edwards's avatar

Ahh this issue feels so calming, so zen.

I'm really intrigued by the concept of mu because of how beautifully you integrated it into your story here. And I'm trying to understand it logically but is it about observing and accepting things as they are?

Also love those peaceful sounds to signal crossing the street or a train approaching.

Love reading about your journey in Japan =)

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Sandra Yvonne's avatar

Not versed in sake, but I’m with ol’ Ozu on the whiskey. I’ll drink some in his honor!

“Answering with "mu" hints at the question being incorrect from the beginning, rejecting that it can have a logical, binary answer.”…….Feeling personally attacked by this lol

I really admire the Japanese value placed on nature and making buildings and spaces in harmony with what already exists, and not steering attention away from it. It’s very respectful, modest, and powerful. Even looking at the photo of the grave you can clearly see how seamlessly everything blends into each other. It’s so immersive and pure.

PS I LOVE the "old Chaplin movie" sound. I listened to it a few times, I wish it was longer. It veers on that line of being nostalgic and sweet and also... potentially really creepy hahaha

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