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Proverb meaning that living honestly brings lasting value, like a lifelong treasure.
「正直は一生の宝」という言葉を信じて、彼は決して嘘をつかない。
Believing in the saying 'honesty is the best policy,' he never tells a lie.
A traditional Japanese proverb composed of 正直 (honesty), 一生 (lifetime), and 宝 (treasure). The exact origin is uncertain.