This kanji combines a ‘MOUNTAIN’ and a ‘SLOPE’ with layers of ‘EARTH’ at the bottom. This powerful combination represents a steep, rugged ‘CLIFF’ in nature.
cliff(崖)
elegant(雅)
This kanji is composed of two symbolic elements. On the left, you can see the character for ‘FANG’ (or ivory), which represents strength and correctness. On the right, there is a ‘BIRD.’ Together, they create a beautiful harmony of power and grace, which is why this kanji means ‘REFINED,’ ‘ELEGANT,’ or ‘GRACEFUL’ in Japanese.
winter(冬)
old(古)
In this character, you can see a sacred fire for ancestors placed upon a human skull. Ancient people believed it was vital to remember what their ancestors had done. This is how this kanji came to mean ‘OLD’ or ‘ANCIENT.’
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guts(奮)
fun(呉)
happiness(福)
On the left side of this character, you can see a holy ceremonial stand, and on the right, a bottle filled with Japanese SAKE. In ancient times, people celebrated joyful occasions and felt Happiness in this way—by presenting SAKE to their God
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fruit(果)
foot(足)
flying(飛)
This character resembles the kanji for a small ‘BIRD.’ It depicts a large bird spreading its wide wings, heading up toward the sun. Therefore, this kanji means ‘to FLY’ or ‘to JUMP’ in Japanese.