Seven in Japanese
"seven" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
七
shichi
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "seven". The most common choice is shown first.
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seven
Reading: shichi
2 strokes
Where it comes from
Indicative character showing a cut shape.
What it carries
Good luck, Tanabata, Seven Lucky Gods. Sacred number in many cultures.
Related kanji for "seven"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for seven?
The most common kanji for "seven" is 七, read as shichi. It means seven. Related kanji: 漆 (seven).
How many strokes does 七 have?
七 has 2 strokes.