There are many different ways of telling someone’s fortune in different countries but the one topic that is pretty similar for everyone, is knowing their horoscope, blood type, personality test. Though, Because there isn’t enough scientific evidence to back up horoscopes and blood type personality theories claims about personality or future events, they are typically considered as false science. Though not supported by science, they can be entertaining or a good way for certain individuals to reflect on themselves and can offer meaningful insights into personality traits. Despite this, even personality tests should be considered as tools for understanding traits and behaviors rather than end measures of one’s identity. Being judged according to these criteria is also rather common, which makes me think of the times when I was also judged according to mine. Most often by horoscope accounts on social media, but not always by friends. I would say that my feelings were based on what people would say about me. The ones on social media are actually quite relatable, which is surprising, but the way friends would describe it, is just them proving a point haha. Because of their continuing appeal, fortunes, horoscopes, and personality tests remain popular today. They provide amusement and a feeling of happiness, giving people a fun method to interact with one another and engage with daily life. There are also many things people believe can bring good or bad luck. For instance, finding a four-leaf clover or carrying a rabbit’s foot are commonly thought to bring good fortune due to their perceived rarity and historical significance. But then, breaking a mirror is widely believed to result in seven years of bad luck, possibly stemming from ancient beliefs about mirrors holding a piece of the soul. Walking under a ladder is also considered unlucky, often attributed to the ladder forming a triangle, which is considered a sacred shape in some cultures.

What you did well and how you can improve your Japanese study habits?

I can’t really say I did well on a specific topic because this was my first time studying Japanese and everything was new to me, and it may seem a little selfish, but I think I did well on knowing and comprehending the meanings of vocabulary. I’m going to improve by practising by making more proper sentences.

3 Core Competencies.

1. I am so curious about how to write a perfect decent paragraph in Japanese or how to give an impressive speech, therefore I’m going to take additional Japanese classes, practise on different apps, and get guidance from professionals.
2. I have valuable ideas to share about how to learn and understand Japanese easier and better and that is to listen to more Jpops, watch more Japanese shows (Jdrama, Anime). They might not sound usefull, but they actually do work.
3. To celebrate an accomplishment such as being able to learn my third language, I will try to speak more of the language especially with my friends. Also I will recommend it to other people as well.

How will you continue your Japanese language acquisition over the year?

As of now, all I can do is study what I’ve been taught so far, and exchange small conversations in Japanese. For the following year I will be taking Japanese course again.

If you could travel back in time, what study/language advice would you give yourself or others?

To be honest, if I could do that, the advise I would give to myself or even others is to not complete the assignments the day before it’s due date/the day it’s due. I would also tell myself/others to start studying for the tests on the day the teacher announces it and not study the day before.

1. Which Yokai did you pick? why? The Yokai I chose was　あかてこ (Akateko). The actual reason I picked this Yokai was because I really liked the name which traslates to Red Child’s Hand so basically it got my attention. Also the picture was really intresting too.
2. Name some characteristics and provide a background history/summary on your Yokai. The akateko appears—just as the name implies—as a red, disembodied hand belonging to a child. It’s basically a red hand hanging from a tree. Aside from giving its victims a nasty surprise and the general creepiness of a disembodied red child’s hand, it is not known for causing any great harm. Some people have seen the figure of a furisode-wearing beautiful girl of 17 or 18 years standing underneath an akateko’s tree and those who witness her are immediately struck with a powerful fever. In these prefectures, akateko sometimes work together with another yokai called aka ashi which people say they are basically two forms of the same Yokai.
3. Do you think Japanese Yokai differ from Western monsters and mythical creatures? Explain.  Yes, absolutely. Because The majority of yokai in Japanese mythology are more than just supernaturally endowed animals, some even have exceedingly odd appearances and skills.
4. Do you believe in Yokai, monsters, ghosts, or mythical creatures? Why or why not? To be honest, some of these Yokais are a little weird and unbelievable and doesn’t makes sense, but yes I do believe in them because I actually like how weird they are. Whoever came up with them or even witnessed them must be super creative and traumatized… .

Here is also a pitcure related to Akateko （あかてこ）:

“Looking at your horoscope, blood type, personality test, etc. do you think that they are accurate? To what extent do you believe them?”

My blood type is O, my horoscope is Libra, and my personality type (MBTI) is ENFP-T.
I can tell that some of these are truly correct after doing some research and watching the suggested videos.
Some of the presumptions might be a little off, for instance, not all Libras are the same, although they are somewhat similar because they share the same horoscope.

“Have you ever judged or been judged by your horoscope, blood type, or personality test? If so, how did it feel?”

I feel like I’m being judged because there are so many various creators talking on social media about different personalities, blood types, and horoscopes. It might also be the other way around, as I’m going to judge or view individuals differently as a result of all the knowledge these creators have provided. In all honesty, I’m not sure how I feel about these posts because some of them aren’t quite accurate and could give the wrong impression of me. Even so, it’s funny to see how some of them are accurate.

“Why do you think that these fortunes are still popular today?”

I believe they are still popular because of how accurate they are and they are getting more accurate every day. No idea-

“What superstitions do you believe that give good or bad luck?”

I’m not really sure cause either way deciding what is good or bad luck, depends on that specific individual.