Translation guide
A Japanese proverb meaning that smiling brings good luck and happiness to one's household.
笑う門には福来たる
good fortune and happiness will come to the home of those who smile
This is a well-known Japanese proverb.
Expressing the idea that a cheerful, smiling household attracts good luck and happiness.
The standard Japanese proverb. Literally: 'Fortune comes to the smiling gate.' Used to encourage a positive, cheerful attitude.
「笑う門には福来たる」と言うように、いつも笑顔でいると良いことがありますよ。
As the saying goes, 'Good fortune and happiness will come to the home of those who smile,' so if you always keep smiling, good things will happen.
This proverb reflects the Japanese value of maintaining a positive outward demeanor (smiling) to invite good fortune. It is often used to encourage optimism and is commonly seen on New Year's decorations or in everyday conversation.