This site will be taken down March 31st, 2026.

This was not an easy decision to make. For the last couple years, I have been struggling to find motivation for this site and to keep up with basic maintenance and security updates. With the rise of AI and more sophisticated tools, the usefulness of sites like this is questionable and traffic has nose-dived. I just don't have it in me to keep doing this. Thank you all for 10 years of support!

Zach

Word

沓、履、鞋
くつ
shoes; boots; footwear; footgear
Word

草鞋

わらじ
straw sandals
Word

草鞋虫

わらじむし
wood louse; wood lice; slater
Word

二足のわらじ

二足の草鞋、二束の草鞋
exp
にそくのわらじ
many irons in the fire; engaged in two trades at the same time; wearing two hats
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草鞋を脱ぐ

わらじを脱ぐ
わらじをぬぐ
to complete one's journey