Handwriting in Japanese
"handwriting" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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writing brush, writing, painting brush, handwriting
Reading: hitsu
12 strokes · beautiful, dark, dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of bamboo and brush. Bamboo brush.
What it carries
Brush, writing brush, writing. Represents brush.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for handwriting?
The most common kanji for "handwriting" is 筆, read as hitsu. It means writing brush, writing, painting brush. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 筆 have?
筆 has 12 strokes.