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岬
On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
みさき
misaki
headland · cape · spit · promontory
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mountain and shell. Mountain cape.
Symbolism
Cape, promontory, headland. Represents cape.
Component Breakdown
岬=
山甲
mountain + 甲
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 岬 mean in Japanese?
岬 means headland, cape, spit, promontory.
How do you read 岬?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: みさき (misaki).
How many strokes does 岬 have?
岬 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 山 (mountain).
Is 岬 a good kanji for a tattoo?
岬 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means headland, cape, spit, promontory. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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