A proverb expressing the reciprocal idea that pleasure can sow the seeds of future trouble, while hardship can lead to later joy — two sides of the same coin.
楽は苦の種、苦は楽の種という考え方は、節度ある生活の大切さを教えてくれる。
The idea that pleasure sows the seeds of trouble and hardship sows the seeds of pleasure teaches the importance of moderation in life.
一時の快楽に溺れると後で困る。まさに楽は苦の種、苦は楽の種だ。
Indulging in momentary pleasures leads to trouble later — truly, pleasure is the seed of trouble and hardship the seed of joy.