Matcha in Japanese
"matcha" is written as one word in Japanese. No single kanji carries the meaning on its own.
The characters below are the ones most often used to write "matcha" and related ideas.
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rub, paint, erase
Reading: matsu
8 strokes · beautiful, dark
Where it comes from
Composed of hand and end. Erasing with hand.
What it carries
Erase, matcha, smear. Represents erasing.
Related kanji for "matcha"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for matcha?
The most common kanji for "matcha" is 抹, read as matsu. It means rub, paint, erase. Related kanji: 茶 (matcha).
How many strokes does 抹 have?
抹 has 8 strokes.