Incense in Japanese
"incense" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "incense". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
線香 (senkō) is the incense stick burned at graves and altars. 香 alone is fragrance of any kind, and it is a common character in women's names. 薫 is a scent that drifts, and it too is used in names.
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Top pick
incense, smell, perfume
Reading: kou
9 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of grain and sun. Fragrance of grain.
What it carries
Fragrance, aroma, perfume. Represents good scent.
Related kanji for "incense"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for incense?
The most common kanji for "incense" is 香, read as kou. It means incense, smell, perfume. Related kanji: 薫 (incense).
How many strokes does 香 have?
香 has 9 strokes.