萩

Etymology

Composed of grass and autumn. Autumn grass.

Symbolism

Bush clover, autumn grass, Hagi city. Represents bush clover.

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Seasonal

First of autumn's seven plants. "Bush clover flowers" represent autumn; there's a custom of offering them to the mid-autumn moon.

What does 萩 mean in Japanese?

萩 means bush clover.

How do you read 萩?

On'yomi: シュウ (SHUU). Kun'yomi: はぎ (hagi).

How many strokes does 萩 have?

萩 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).

Is 萩 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 萩 (bush clover) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.