

On the left side of this character, you can see a MAN standing. On the right, there is another MAN kneeling and praying to him. The one standing represents the ‘BUDDHA,’ whose sole purpose is to save and comfort the people who pray to him.


On the left side of this character, you can see a MAN standing. On the right, there is another MAN kneeling and praying to him. The one standing represents the ‘BUDDHA,’ whose sole purpose is to save and comfort the people who pray to him.


In this character, you can see a rope coiled up underneath a table. This figure directly depicts that hidden situation. Therefore, this kanji carries the meaning of ‘HIDDEN,’ ‘CAN’T SEE CLEARLY,’ or ‘BLACK’ in Japanese.


You probably do this action too—like when you win a game or achieve a big success! This figure of a person standing with their arms and legs spread wide means ‘BIG.’ It was likely a natural gesture for humans to confidently express their presence.


an you recognize the bird in this drawing? It is facing upward, and over time, it evolved into the kanji character meaning ‘bird.


This kanji symbolizes a beautiful deer standing in the bushes. Deer have long been seen as sacred and beautiful animals, which is why this kanji means ‘BEAUTY’ in Japanese.