This kanji consists of several components used when building something, such as bamboo, a hammer, a tray, and wood. Therefore, this kanji came to mean ‘to build’ or ‘to construct’ using tools and materials.
construct(築)
calculate(算)
This kanji depicts holding bamboo sticks in both hands to calculate. By extension, it has come to mean ‘calculate’ or ‘mathematics’.
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bowl(籠)
Why is a dragon hiding in a bamboo bowl? Because a dragon’s body is long, flexible, and covered in intricate scales. Just like a dragon, a traditional ‘KAGO’ is made by twisting bamboo into a tightly woven, scaled pattern. This striking character beautifully captures the artistic texture of a dragon’s skin!