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Component Breakdown
箱=
竹相
bamboo + 相
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of bamboo and mutual. Bamboo mutual.
Symbolism
Box, Hakone, cardboard. Represents box.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
箱入り娘
はこいりむすめ
A girl kept in a box; A sheltered girl
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 箱 mean in Japanese?
箱 means box, chest, case, bin, railway car.
How do you read 箱?
On'yomi: ソウ (SOU). Kun'yomi: はこ (hako).
How many strokes does 箱 have?
箱 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 竹 (bamboo).
Is 箱 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 箱 (box, chest, case, bin, railway car) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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