Jōyō KanjiOrganized by Radical
Radical 禾
kanji
私Meaning
Private, Me
Reading
watashi
わたくしwatakushi
onyomiしshi
Parts
禾Cereal 厶Private
Example Word
私鉄: private railway. The Japanese noun '私鉄 (してつ)' refers to a 'private railway'. This term is used to describe railway systems that are owned and operated by private companies, as opposed to those run by the government (which are called '国鉄 (こくてつ)' or 'national railways'). Private railways are common in Japan and often serve urban and suburban areas, connecting cities and towns. Example sentences: The private railway is convenient「私鉄は便利です」(してつはべんりです). I take the private railway to work「私は私鉄で仕事に行きます」(わたしはしてつでしごとにいきます).
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N4Grade
6Frequency
15
Handwriting
kanji
種Meaning
Kind, Variety
Reading
tane
onyomiしゅshu
Parts
禾Cereal 重Heavy
Example Word
種: source or seed. The Japanese noun '種 (たね)' primarily means 'seed', referring to the small, hard part of a plant from which a new plant grows. It can also mean 'source' or 'origin', referring to the beginning or cause of something. For example: plant the seeds「種をまく」(たねをまく). The source of the problem「問題の種」(もんだいのたね). This word is versatile and can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
280
Handwriting
kanji
程Meaning
Order, Extent
Reading
hodo
onyomiていtei
Parts
禾Cereal 呈Display, Present
Example Word
成る程: indeed. The Japanese adverb '成る程 (なるほど)' is used to express understanding, agreement, or realization. It is often translated as 'indeed', 'I see', or 'that makes sense'. This word is commonly used in conversations to acknowledge that you have understood or agree with what someone has said. For example: Indeed, that's a good point「成る程、それは良い点だ」(なるほど、それはよいてんだ). I see, so that's how it works「成る程、そういうことか」(なるほど、そういうことか). It is a polite and thoughtful way to show that you are following the conversation and appreciate the information being shared.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N3Grade
5Frequency
307
Handwriting
kanji
科Meaning
Section, Department
Reading
ka
Parts
斗Ladle, Dipper 禾Cereal
Example Word
科目: subject. The Japanese noun '科目 (かもく)' refers to a 'subject' in the context of academic studies or a specific field of learning. It is commonly used in educational settings to describe different areas of study, such as mathematics, science, or history. For example: My favorite subject is math「私の好きな科目は数学です」(わたしのすきなかもくはすうがくです). This school offers many subjects「この学校は多くの科目を提供しています」(このがっこうはおおくのかもくをていきょうしています). The word can also be used in broader contexts to refer to categories or divisions within a system, such as in accounting or law.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N3Grade
2Frequency
473
Handwriting
kanji
秋Meaning
Autumn
Reading
aki
onyomiしゅうshuu
Parts
火Fire 禾Cereal
Example Word
春夏秋冬: seasons. The Japanese noun '春夏秋冬 (しゅんかしゅうとう)' literally translates to 'spring, summer, autumn, winter,' collectively representing the four seasons. This word is often used to symbolize the passage of time or the cyclical nature of the year. It can be used in poetic or formal contexts to evoke imagery of nature and the changing seasons. For example: The beauty of the four seasons is unparalleled「春夏秋冬の美しさは比類ない」(しゅんかしゅうとうのうつくしさはひるいない). I love the rhythm of the seasons「私は春夏秋冬のリズムが好きです」(わたしはしゅんかしゅうとうのリズムがすきです). Note that this word is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation compared to simply saying '季節 (きせつ)' for 'season.'
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N4Grade
2Frequency
527
Handwriting
kanji
積Meaning
Accumulate
Reading
tsu
onyomiせきseki
Parts
禾Cereal 責Blame, Liability
Example Word
積り: intention. The Japanese noun '積り (つもり)' means 'intention' or 'plan'. It is used to express one's intention or plan to do something in the future. It often follows a verb in its dictionary form or past tense to indicate what someone intends to do or thought they did. For example: I intend to go to Japan「日本に行くつもりです」(にほんにいくつもりです). I thought I had locked the door「ドアを閉めたつもりです」(ドアをしめたつもりです). It can also be used to express a mistaken belief or assumption, as in 'I thought I had explained it clearly「はっきり説明したつもりです」(はっきりせつめいしたつもりです)'.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N3Grade
4Frequency
725
Handwriting
kanji
移Meaning
Move, Transfer
Reading
utsu
onyomiいi
Parts
禾Cereal 多Many
Example Word
移る: move or transfer. The Japanese verb '移る (うつる)' can mean 'to move' or 'to transfer', depending on the context. When used to mean 'to move', it often refers to physically relocating from one place to another, such as moving to a new house or city. For example: I will move to Tokyo next month「来月東京に移ります」(らいげつとうきょうにうつります). When used to mean 'to transfer', it can refer to the movement of something abstract, such as emotions, diseases, or responsibilities. For example: The cold transferred to my brother「風邪が弟に移った」(かぜがおとうとうにうつった). It's important to note that this verb is often used with the particle に (ni) to indicate the destination or target of the movement or transfer.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
11JLPT
N2Grade
5Frequency
742
Handwriting
kanji
秀Meaning
Excel, Excellent
Reading
hii
onyomiしゅうshuu
Parts
禾Cereal 乃
Example Word
優秀: excellent. The Japanese adjectival noun '優秀 (ゆうしゅう)' means 'excellent' and is used to describe someone or something that is outstanding, superior, or of high quality. It is often used to praise people, such as students, employees, or professionals, for their exceptional abilities or achievements. For example: He is an excellent student「彼は優秀な学生です」(かれはゆうしゅうながくせいです). This is an excellent product「これは優秀な製品です」(これはゆうしゅうなせいひんです). The term carries a formal tone and is commonly used in academic, professional, or evaluative contexts.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
7JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
746
Handwriting
kanji
秘Meaning
Secret
Reading
hi
onyomiひhi
Parts
禾Cereal 必Inevitable, Certain
Example Word
神秘: mystery. The Japanese noun '神秘 (しんぴ)' means 'mystery' or 'something mysterious'. It is often used to describe phenomena, events, or concepts that are beyond human understanding or have an aura of wonder. This word carries a sense of awe and reverence, often associated with the supernatural, spiritual, or unexplainable. For example: the mystery of the universe「宇宙の神秘」(うちゅうのしんぴ). The beauty of nature holds a deep mystery「自然の美しさには深い神秘がある」(しぜんのうつくし さにはふかいしんぴがある). It is commonly used in both everyday and literary contexts to evoke a sense of wonder or intrigue.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
6Frequency
778
Handwriting
kanji
称Meaning
Appellation
Reading
tona
たたtata
ほめhome
onyomiしょうshou
Parts
禾Cereal 尓
Example Word
称える: praise. The Japanese verb '称える (たたえる)' means 'to praise' or 'to extol'. It is used to express admiration or high regard for someone's achievements, qualities, or actions. This verb often carries a formal or respectful tone and is commonly used in contexts such as ceremonies, speeches, or written commendations. For example: The teacher praised the student's hard work「先生は生徒の努力を称えた」(せんせいはせいとのどりょくをたたえた). The nation praised the hero's bravery「国は英雄の勇気を称えた」(くに はえいゆうのゆうきをたたえた). Note that '称える' can also imply a sense of honoring or celebrating someone's contributions.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
953
Handwriting
kanji
稽Meaning
Think, Consider
Reading
kanga
とどtodo
onyomiけいkei
Parts
禾Cereal 尤 旨Purport, Delicious
Example Word
稽古: practice. The Japanese verbal noun '稽古 (けいこ)' primarily means 'practice' or 'training'. It is commonly used in contexts related to learning or perfecting a skill, such as martial arts, traditional arts, or performing arts. For example: I have kendo practice today「今日は剣道の稽古があります」(きょうはけんどうのけいこがあります). She is practicing the tea ceremony「彼女は茶道の稽古をしています」(かのじょはさどうのけいこをしています). The word often carries a nuance of disciplined, repetitive training aimed at mastery, and it is frequently used in traditional or artistic contexts.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
15JLPT
UnknownGrade
10Frequency
1267
Handwriting
kanji
稿Meaning
Manuscript, Draft
Reading
wara
したがきshitagaki
onyomiこうkou
Parts
禾Cereal 高High, Expensive
Example Word
原稿: manuscript. The Japanese noun '原稿 (げんこう)' refers to a 'manuscript' or 'draft'. It is commonly used to describe a written document, such as a draft of a book, article, or speech, before it is finalized or published. For example: I finished writing the manuscript「原稿を書き終えました」(げんこ うをかきおえました). Please submit your manuscript by tomorrow「明日までに原稿を提出してください」(あしたまでにげんこうをていしゅつしてください). This word is often used in professional or academic contexts, such as publishing, journalism, or writing.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1299
Handwriting
kanji
稲Meaning
Rice plant
Reading
ina
いねine
onyomiとうtou
Parts
禾Cereal 日Day, Sun
Example Word
稲: rice. The Japanese noun '稲 (いね)' refers specifically to the rice plant, particularly before it is harvested. This term is used in agricultural contexts and is distinct from '米 (こめ)', which refers to rice as a grain or food. '稲' is often associated with rice paddies and the cultivation process. For example: The rice plants are growing well「稲がよく育っている」(いねがよくそだっている). We planted rice in the field「田んぼに稲を植えた」(たんぼにいねをうえた).
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
14JLPT
N1Grade
7Frequency
1357
Handwriting
kanji
税Meaning
Tax
Reading
zei
Parts
禾Cereal 兑
Example Word
税関: customs. The Japanese noun '税関 (ぜいかん)' refers to 'customs', specifically the government agency responsible for regulating the flow of goods into and out of a country, as well as collecting duties and taxes on imports and exports. This term is commonly used in contexts related to international travel, shipping, and trade. For example: I went through customs「税関を通りました」(ぜいかんをとおりました). The customs officer checked my luggage「税関の職員が私の 荷物をチェックしました」(ぜいかんのしょくいんがわたしのにもつをチェックしました). It is important to note that '税関' is often associated with airports, seaports, and border crossings.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
12JLPT
N2Grade
5Frequency
1486
Handwriting
kanji
穏Meaning
Calm, Moderate
Reading
oda
onyomiおんon
Parts
禾Cereal 㥯
Example Word
穏やか: calm. The Japanese adjective '穏やか (おだやか)' means 'calm'. It is used to describe a state of tranquility, peacefulness, or mildness. This word can be applied to various contexts, such as describing a person's demeanor, the weather, or a situation. For example: the sea is calm today「今日の海は穏やかだ」(きょうのうみはおだ やかだ). She has a calm personality「彼女は穏やかな性格だ」(かのじょはおだやかなせいかくだ). It can also describe a gentle or mild manner, as in '穏やかな風 (おだやかなかぜ) (gentle breeze)'.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
16JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1555
Handwriting
kanji
稼Meaning
Work, Earnings
Reading
kase
onyomiかka
Parts
禾Cereal 家House
Example Word
稼ぐ: earn. The Japanese verb '稼ぐ (かせぐ)' primarily means 'to earn' or 'to make money'. It is commonly used in contexts related to work, labor, or any activity that generates income. For example: He earns a lot of money「彼はたくさん稼ぐ」(かれはたくさんかせぐ). I need to earn more to support my family「家族を養うためにもっと稼ぐ必要がある」(かぞくをやしなうためにもっとかせぐひつようがある). Additionally, '稼ぐ' can also imply working hard or putting in effort to achieve something, not just financially. For instance: She worked hard to earn her promotion「彼女は昇進を稼ぐために一生懸命働いた」(かのじょはしょうしんをかせぐためにいっしょうけんめいはたらいた).
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
15JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1670
Handwriting
kanji
秩Meaning
Order, Regularity
Reading
chitsu
Parts
禾Cereal 失Lose, Fault
Example Word
秩序: order. The Japanese noun '秩序 (ちつじょ)' means 'order' in the sense of a systematic or harmonious arrangement. It is often used to describe social, natural, or organizational systems where things are structured and functioning properly. For example: maintaining social order「社会の秩序を守る」(しゃかいのちつじょをまもる). The natural order of the ecosystem「生態系の秩序」(せいたいけいのちつじょ). This word is commonly used in formal or academic contexts to discuss stability, rules, or systems. It is not used to describe personal tidiness or neatness, which would be expressed with words like '整理 (せいり)'.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
10JLPT
N1Grade
9Frequency
1716
Handwriting
kanji
稚Meaning
Young, Immature
Reading
chi
Parts
禾Cereal 隹Bird
Example Word
幼稚: immature. The Japanese adjectival noun '幼稚 (ようち)' means 'immature' or 'childish'. It is often used to describe behavior, thinking, or actions that are not appropriate for someone's age or position, suggesting a lack of maturity or sophistication. For example: His behavior is immature「彼の行動は幼稚だ」(かれのこうどうはようちだ). That idea is too childish「その考えは幼稚すぎる」(そのかんがえはようちすぎる). It can also refer to something being at an early stage of development, such as '幼稚な技術 (ようちなぎじゅつ)' (immature technology). Note that this word can carry a slightly negative connotation when used to describe people.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
13JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1740
Handwriting
kanji
秒Meaning
Second
Reading
byou
Parts
禾Cereal 少Few
Example Word
秒: second. The Japanese suffix '秒 (びょう)' means 'second' and is used as a unit of time. It is commonly attached to numbers to indicate a specific number of seconds. For example: 10 seconds「10秒」(じゅうびょう). It can also be used in expressions like 'a few seconds'「数秒」(すうびょう). This suffix is essential for discussing time durations in Japanese, whether in everyday conversation or technical contexts. Note that '秒' is always used as a suffix and never stands alone as a word.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
9JLPT
N2Grade
3Frequency
1870
Handwriting
kanji
穫Meaning
Harvest
Reading
kaku
Parts
禾Cereal 蒦
Example Word
収穫: harvest. The Japanese verbal noun '収穫 (しゅうかく)' primarily means 'harvest'. It refers to the process or result of gathering crops from the fields. This word can also be used metaphorically to describe the fruits of one's labor or efforts in a broader sense. For example: The harvest this year was abundant「今年の収穫は豊かだった」(ことしのしゅうかくはゆたかだった). We are looking forward to the harvest of our hard work「私たちの努力の収穫を楽しみにしている」(わたしたちのどりょくのしゅうかくを たのしみにしている). It is important to note that '収穫' is often used in agricultural contexts but can extend to other areas where results or outcomes are gathered.
Radical
禾
Stroke Count
18JLPT
N1Grade
8Frequency
1963
Handwriting
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- Radical 水
- Radical 人
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- Radical 木
- Radical 心
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- Radical 土
- Radical 艸
- Radical 肉
- Radical 日
- Radical 女
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- Radical 十
- Radical 寸
- Radical 食
- Radical 邑
- Radical 足
- Radical 弓
- Radical 門
- Radical 馬
- Radical 穴
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- Radical 儿
- Radical 又
- Radical 米
- Radical 子
- Radical 隹
- Radical 八
- Radical 月
- Radical 舟
- Radical 欠
- Radical 皿
- Radical 乛
- Radical 見
- Radical 止
- Radical 冫
- Radical 曰
- Radical 戈
- Radical 网
- Radical 立
- Radical 方
- Radical 戶
- Radical 牛
- Radical 羽
- Radical 行
- Radical 走
- Radical 殳
- Radical 羊
- Radical 卩
- Radical 二
- Radical 白
- Radical 工
- Radical 干
- Radical 耳
- Radical 冂
- Radical 夕
- Radical 彡
- Radical 亠
- Radical 斤
- Radical 厂
- Radical 士
- Radical 歹
- Radical 虍
- Radical 巛
- Radical 凵
- Radical 文
- Radical 丶
- Radical 矢
- Radical 西
- Radical 里
- Radical 鳥
- Radical 亅
- Radical 冖
- Radical 匸
- Radical 幺
- Radical 鬼
- Radical 小
- Radical 音
- Radical 角
- Radical 毋
- Radical 老
- Radical 魚
- Radical 丿
- Radical 斗
- Radical 辛
- Radical 豕
- Radical 廴
- Radical 廾
- Radical 骨
- Radical 勹
- Radical 鹿
- Radical 丨
- Radical 生
- Radical 入
- Radical 赤
- Radical 青
- Radical 自
- Radical 匕
- Radical 麥
- Radical 色
- Radical 黑
- Radical 彐
- Radical 厶
- Radical 癶
- Radical 甘
- Radical 氏
- Radical 玄
- Radical 豆
- Radical 辰
- Radical 臼
- Radical 己
- Radical 几
- Radical 弋
- Radical 疋
- Radical 血
- Radical 至
- Radical 釆
- Radical 革
- Radical 片
- Radical 臣
- Radical 耒
- Radical 瓦
- Radical 爪
- Radical 气
- Radical 長
- Radical 高
- Radical 父
- Radical 毛
- Radical 首
- Radical 夊
- Radical 谷
- Radical 風
- Radical 黃
- Radical 用
- Radical 支
- Radical 夂
- Radical 飛
- Radical 比
- Radical 身
- Radical 艮
- Radical 面
- Radical 尢
- Radical 非
- Radical 矛
- Radical 缶
- Radical 无
- Radical 卜
- Radical 皮
- Radical 舛
- Radical 齒
- Radical 髟
- Radical 舌
- Radical 鼻
- Radical 麻
- Radical 而
- Radical 香
- Radical 鼓
- Radical 隶
- Radical 聿
- Radical 屮
- Radical 匚
- Radical 牙
- Radical 爻
- Radical 鬯
- Radical 韋
- Radical 豸