

This kanji depicts an arm gathering something around a fire. This is why the kanji means “ash.”


At the top of this shape is a field, from which a waterfall comes rushing down with a splash, while the sun rises in the distance. This character means the ‘origin’ of all things.


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.


This kanji consists of two parts. First, you can see a person standing on the edge of a cliff. Second, there is a person sitting with their knees bent below. Together, both parts represent an unstable or dangerous situation.