Days in Japanese
"days" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
日
hi
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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Top pick
day, sun, Japan, counter for days
Reading: nichi
4 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
Pictograph depicting the sun. A round sun.
What it carries
Sun, Japan, day. Symbol of Japan as 'Land of the Rising Sun'.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for days?
The most common kanji for "days" is 日, read as nichi. It means day, sun, Japan. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 日 have?
日 has 4 strokes.