Peak in Japanese
"peak" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
峰
mine
5 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "peak". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
peak, summit
Reading: rei
17 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'mountain' (山) with 'peak' (領), representing the highest part of mountains—summits.
What it carries
Symbolizes mountain peaks, summits, and goals. Represents the highest point to reach and aspiration toward it.
Related kanji for "peak"
peak
gaku · nature
Composed of hill and mountain. High mountain.
peak
hou
Composed of mountain and phonetic. Mountain peak.
peak
chou
Composed of nail and head. Nail of head.
mountain peak(also: mountain pass, climax, crest)
touge · peaceful, nature
Composed of mountain, up, and down. Mountain up and down.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for peak?
The most common kanji for "peak" is 嶺, read as rei. It means peak, summit. Related kanji: 岳 (peak), 峰 (peak), 頂 (peak), 峠 (mountain peak).
How many strokes does 嶺 have?
嶺 has 17 strokes.