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This kanji consists of two parts: a ‘cover’ (or cap) radical on top, and the ‘shell’ radical below, which represents money used in ancient times. Together, they symbolize covering and hiding wealth to keep it all for oneself—hence meaning ‘to devour’ or ‘to be greedy.’

This kanji depicts two major natural elements: river and fire. Since ancient times, both have brought disasters into human life.

This kanji is composed of two parts: ‘speech’ on the left and ‘fire’ on the right. Therefore, it carries the meaning ‘to discuss’—representing people speaking with a passionate fire in their hearts.

In this kanji, the left side represents ‘tree’ (wood), and the right side represents a stand with legs. The kanji itself means ‘desk’.

The dragon is a mythical creature that ancient Chinese people believed would appear high in the sky when a momentous event was about to occur. Therefore, this character’s shape symbolizes the mysterious appearance of a dragon flying through the sky with its massive mouth, long tail, and multiple legs.

In the upper part of this figure, you can spot a prominent eye, with a glowing moon positioned right below it. Reflecting the visual of an inner eye opening under the moonlight, this character beautifully captures the very essence of a ‘dream’ seen at night.

On the left side of this figure, you can see a splash, which represents water. And on the right… what do you think it is? It is a grim depiction of a person with a heavy object, like a stone or iron, fastened around their neck. This visualizes a severe ancient penalty or ritual where someone was weighted down and cast into the water. Therefore, this character carries the meaning of ‘sink’ or ‘submerge’.

This kanji means DOWN as you see.Under the table, there is a symbol of what is under.

This character consists of two parts. On the left is a ladder reaching straight to heaven, and on the right, you can see a deity descending from above. Therefore, this character means ‘descend’.

Can you see this figure as a demon? He stands there watching you, clutching something ominous in his left hand. Over time, this eerie image gradually transformed into the character we see today.