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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of divide and dish. Dividing dish.
Symbolism
Tray, Obon, bonsai. Represents tray.
Seasonal
August Obon is season of ancestor memorial. Summer traditions like Bon dance and floating lanterns.
Component Breakdown
盆=
分皿
分 + 皿
Words & Expressions
Words written with 盆
盆踊りぼんおどりbon festival dance
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 盆 mean in Japanese?
盆 means basin, lantern festival, tray.
How do you read 盆?
On'yomi: ボン (BON).
How many strokes does 盆 have?
盆 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 皿 (dish).
Is 盆 a good kanji for a tattoo?
盆 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means basin, lantern festival, tray. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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