japanese national anthem (lyrics)

Japanese National Song
Kimi gayo wa
Chiyo ni yachiyo ni
Sazareishi no
Iwao to narite
Koke no musumade

English Version

May the Emperor's rule last
Till a thousand years, then eight thousand years to come
Till sand, pebbles, and rocks
To be united as a ledge
Till moss grows on it

Source: Mikito Oki
moki@cctr.umkc.edu
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7KvgKqROy8