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This kanji is made of two parts. On the left is the ‘human’ radical. On the right is an element showing two feet walking around in opposite directions, with a mouth radical inside. Combined, this kanji originally represented ‘greatness’—a person who thinks or acts differently from others.

This kanji has two parts. The left side is the radical for “road” or “moving forward.” The right side shows a curved river flowing around. Combined, it means “to go around” or “to circulate.”

This kanji consists of two parts. On the left is an altar dedicated to the gods, and on the right is lightning, representing an answer from the gods. Therefore, this kanji represents a deity or god.

This kanji has two parts. The left side is the radical for “hand,” and the right side is the radical for “foot” (a walking person). Combined, it means to completely understand a message using all of your hands and feet.

This kanji consists of the “thread” radical on the left and a symbol on the right showing a hand carefully shaving a bamboo stalk. Together, it represents the fresh green color of freshly cut bamboo.

Words & Phrases

• 緑地（ryokuchi）:A piece of land covered with thick grass, bushes, and growing plants.
• 緑茶（ryokucha）:A vibrant green tea made from young, freshly picked tea leaves that are steamed to stop fermentation without oxidizing.

This kanji depicts weapons stored safely in a sacred box, symbolizing peace and a solemn promise after war. Because of this, it came to mean “good luck” or “auspicious.” You will often see this kanji on omikuji (fortune slips) at Japanese shrines.

This kanji has two parts: the ‘go’ radical is divided, and inside it is a symbol for walking around a perimeter. That is why this kanji means ‘to guard’ or ‘to protect’ by patrolling the area.

This figure combines three distinct marks”+” that represent the number ten. Therefore, this layout visually means ‘thirty’—and in ancient timing, thirty years defined exactly one generation!

This character simply visualizes the shape of a gate. In the center is a door, flanked by a pillar on each side. Even today, these iconic entrance structures can be seen in abundance at sacred sites.

This character perfectly depicts the shape of a traditional storehouse. Even today, these historical buildings can still be seen.