濡れ手で粟 — Japanese Proverb | Printable Wall Art

“濡れ手で粟”
“Wet hands scoop up millet (easy, effortless profit)”

A traditional Japanese saying, set as gallery-quality typographic wall art.

About this quote

Imagine dipping wet hands into a bowl of dry millet seeds; hundreds of tiny grains stick instantly without any real effort. This classic Japanese expression describes making a swift profit or achieving substantial gain with minimal labour. It provides a vivid visual metaphor for a windfall, where simple circumstances allow someone to gather maximum reward for virtually no hard work.

This is a traditional Japanese proverb, or kotowaza, originating from folk wisdom. While the exact date and author are unknown, the expression appeared in popular literature and proverb collections during the Edo period.

People often display this piece in a home office or study to bring good fortune and commercial success.

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An instant digital download. Choose your design and size at checkout — 19 typographic designs and 8 print sizes are available for this quote.

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