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畿
On'yomi
キ
KI
Kun'yomi
みやこ
miyako
capital · suburbs of capital
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of field and several. Fields around capital.
Symbolism
Kinki, capital, center. Represents area around capital.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 畿
近畿きんきkinki
Proverbs & Idioms
畿内は王城の地
きないはおうじょうのち
The home provinces are royal lands
The capital region holds special significance
Other kanji with the same meaning
“capital”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 畿 mean in Japanese?
畿 means capital, suburbs of capital.
How do you read 畿?
On'yomi: キ (KI). Kun'yomi: みやこ (miyako).
How many strokes does 畿 have?
畿 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 田 (field).
Is 畿 a good kanji for a tattoo?
畿 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means capital, suburbs of capital. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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