The short story of Kanji pictures
This character is formed by two parts: the radical for ‘going’ or ‘crossroads’ on the outside, surrounding a sound element on the inside. Combining the idea of a path with action, the kanji originally meant ‘a way or method of doing something,’ evolving to mean ‘technique’ or ‘skill.’
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.
The exact meaning of this character can be difficult to translate because English has no single direct equivalent. Originally portraying someone skillfully guiding a horse down a path, this character has come to symbolize the highest level of respect, honor, and reverence used for sacred or noble things.
This is the exact kanji where that arrow takes you! It depicts a large, bustling crossroad where paths intersect. While the arrow showed you the direction, this kanji captures the real action of stepping out onto the road and shouting, ‘GO’!