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Have you ever wondered about...

Jyuni-E (Asian Zodiac)?

Part 4 of 4

Picture source information: http://www.siamese-dream.com/greeting_cards/chinese_zodiac_all.html
Source information: http://www.anycities.com/user1/chineseastrology/zodiac.html
Source Information: We Japanese, by Frederic de Garis, and Atsuharu Sakai,
Books I, II, and III combined, 2002, Kegan Paul Limited, England.

By Emy Murakawa

Sign

Character

Years Born

Horoscope


Saru

Monkey

1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004

The Monkey is high spirited and blessed with a wonderful sense of humor. Likable and playful, the Monkey seems to get along with everybody. Inventive and a capable problem-solver, the Monkey can also be a bit crafty and at times vain. Once the Monkey sets a course of action, forward progress must be immediate or else interest is lost. The Monkey also has a tremendous memory and is often a gifted intellectual.


Tori

Cock

1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005

Blessed with courage and resourcefulness, the Rooster is full of self-assurance & confidence. The Rooster has a strong sense of purpose, and is not easily influenced by others. At times, Rooster is a bit too self-confident, but is nevertheless popular with friends and full of vitality. Though the Rooster displays an adventurous exterior, many Roosters are in reality - quiet dreamers.


Inu

Dog

1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006

Courageous and watchful, Dog is respected by peers. The Dog is independent and can be an introvert who is careful not to reveal inner feelings. Full of profound and original ideas, the Dog is a good leader, and instills a sense of confidence among others. The Dog pursues justice and speaks the Truth. At times, however, this pragmatism is regarded as cynicism.


Inoshishi

Boar

1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007

Gallant and sincere, The Pig deserves to be trusted. The Pig will never let you down. The Pig is extremely kind and considerate to friends, and is willing to make sacrifices for others. Very straightforward, and authoritative, the Pig can be uncompromising and stubborn. The Pig is always honest, and has no patience for those possessing less than admirable ethical standards.

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