Japanese in Japanese
"japanese" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "japanese". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
日本語 (nihongo) is the Japanese language. 和 is Japanese as a style or manner (和食, 和服) and it is the older name for the country. 邦 is the homeland, used in formal compounds like 邦画 (domestic film). For the language, only 日本語 works.
Top pick
harmony, Japanese style, peace, soften, Japan
Reading: wa
8 strokes · peaceful, beautiful
Where it comes from
Composed of grain and mouth. Harmonizing grain with mouth.
What it carries
Harmony, peace, Japan. 'Wa' represents core of Japanese culture.
Related kanji for "japanese"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for japanese?
The most common kanji for "japanese" is 和, read as wa. It means harmony, Japanese style, peace. Related kanji: 邦 (japanese).
How many strokes does 和 have?
和 has 8 strokes.