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On'yomi
ジュン・シュン
JUN / SHUN

decameron · ten-day period · season (for specific products)

Details

Strokes6
Frequency#1162
Radicalsun(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes6

Component Breakdown

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勹 + sun

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of sun and wrap. Ten days.

Symbolism

Season, time, period. Represents best time.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Start of the day

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

旬を逃すな

しゅんをのがすな

Don't miss the peak season

Catch things at their best moment

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 旬 mean in Japanese?

旬 means decameron, ten-day period, season (for specific products).

How do you read 旬?

On'yomi: ジュン、シュン (JUN, SHUN).

How many strokes does 旬 have?

旬 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).

Is 旬 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 旬 (decameron, ten-day period, season (for specific products)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.