橘
mandarin orange
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and phonetic. Citrus tree.
Symbolism
Mandarin orange, citrus, family crest. Represents ancient citrus.
Seasonal
A winter seasonal word as citrus ripening in winter. Used in doll displays as "Sakon's cherry, Ukon's tachibana."
Component Breakdown
tree + 矞
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
橘は日向を好む
たちばなはひなたをこのむ
Mandarin oranges prefer sunshine
Talent flourishes in the right environment
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WikipediaFrequently Asked Questions
What does 橘 mean in Japanese?
橘 means mandarin orange.
How do you read 橘?
On'yomi: キツ (KITSU). Kun'yomi: たちばな (tachibana).
How many strokes does 橘 have?
橘 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 橘 a good kanji for a tattoo?
橘 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means mandarin orange. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.