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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of have and city. Fragrant city.
Symbolism
Fragrance, culture, prosperity. Represents cultural aroma.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Fragrance of akebi
Component Breakdown
郁=
有阝
有 + hill
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
郁郁たる文化
いくいくたるぶんか
A flourishing culture
A vibrant and fragrant culture
Related Figures & Stories
Other kanji with the same meaning
“perfume”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 郁 mean in Japanese?
郁 means cultural progress, perfume.
How do you read 郁?
On'yomi: イク (IKU).
How many strokes does 郁 have?
郁 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 邑 (city).
Is 郁 a good kanji for a tattoo?
郁 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means cultural progress, perfume. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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