This word is a polite way to end a letter. Women used it in the past. It means 'Sincerely' or 'Respectfully yours'.
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This word is a polite way to end a letter. Women used it in the past. It means 'Sincerely' or 'Respectfully yours'.
今後ともご指導ご鞭撻のほど、よろしくお願い申し上げます。かしこ
I look forward to your continued guidance and encouragement. Respectfully,
季節の変わり目ですので、どうぞご自愛ください。かしこ
As the seasons are changing, please take good care of yourself. Sincerely,
先日は素晴らしい贈り物をいただき、誠にありがとうございました。かしこ
Thank you very much for the wonderful gift the other day. Respectfully,
大変恐縮ですが、ご検討いただけませんでしょうか。かしこ
I am very sorry to trouble you, but would it be possible for you to consider this? Respectfully,
まずは書中にて御礼申し上げます。かしこ
For now, please accept my gratitude via this letter. Respectfully,
This word is like a special sign-off for women in letters. Men use a different word. It is still mostly used by women, even today.
This word is a closing for letters. It is often used with the opening word 'haikei'. The usual closing for 'haikei' is 'keigu'. This word is a more personal choice. Women traditionally use it. It is more formal than 'sousou'. It is less formal than 'kinpaku'.
Use this word to end a formal letter. Put it after your last sentence. Your name and date come after it. It means 'Sincerely' or 'Respectfully yours'.
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