cricket — at least tomorrow's rice, i have that
kōrogi yo asu no kome dake wa aru
1934–1936 · To the mountains, to the waters
Sōmokutō · Walking Mountains, Walking Waters (Sankō suikō)
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He speaks to the cricket: at least tomorrow's rice, I have that much. What comes after is unknown, but for tonight it is enough. The insect's voice and a handful of rice are the whole of one night's peace.