Bar in Japanese
"bar" is written as one word in Japanese. No single kanji carries the meaning on its own.
The characters below are the ones most often used to write "bar" and related ideas.
酌View details →
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bar-tending, serving sake, the host, draw (water), ladle, scoop, pump
Reading: shaku
10 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
Composed of wine and ladle. Ladling wine.
What it carries
Pour, evening drink, banquet. Represents pouring wine.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for bar?
The most common kanji for "bar" is 酌, read as shaku. It means bar-tending, serving sake, the host. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 酌 have?
酌 has 10 strokes.