

This kanji means ‘STAR’ or ‘PLANET.’ It perfectly describes a scene of a brilliant celestial body shining high above a person’s head. The character is beautifully split into two parts: the sparkling planet on top, and the human looking up below.


This kanji is deeply rooted in the daily lives of ancient people. It is a literal drawing of a SHEEP’s face, captured from a direct, front-row view. If you look closely, you can see its curved horns, ears, and long nose!


In the world of kanji, the character for ‘HUMAN’ (Hito) is one of the most essential words due to its incredible versatility. It acts as the ultimate storyteller, combining with other characters to express the full spectrum of human passion, action, and feelings.


“This kanji is also one of the most primitive characters, as it directly depicts what ancient people saw with their own eyes. It beautifully visualizes a flash of brightness, meaning ‘SPARK’ or ‘LIGHT’ in Japanese!


This character combines a beautifully ripe crop on top with the winding symbol of ‘Ability’ below. It visualizes the ultimate form of ‘SMART’—representing someone who is truly ‘EXCELLENT’ and ‘SUPERIOR.