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.
budda(仏)
human(人)
In the world of kanji, the character for ‘HUMAN’ (Hito) is one of the most essential words due to its incredible versatility. It acts as the ultimate storyteller, combining with other characters to express the full spectrum of human passion, action, and feelings.
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change(化)
work(働)
alien(夷)
In ancient Japan, the central government in the west considered the eastern tribes to be enemies. They called these people the ‘Emishi.’ This kanji was created to reflect the unique clothing and style of the Emishi people.
Words & Phrases
- 夷狄（iteki）:A tribe or ethnic group considered uncivilized and culturally distinct from the dominant society.