Kanji for "Gem"

3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "gem". The most popular choice is shown first.

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pearl, gem, jewel

Reading: shu

10 strokes · beautiful

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for gem?

The most common kanji for "gem" is 珠, read as shu. It means pearl, gem, jewel. Related kanji: 琉 (gem), 瑳 (brilliant white luster of a gem).

How many strokes does 珠 have?

珠 has 10 strokes.