Kanji for "Smell"
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "smell". The most popular choice is shown first.
香View details →
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incense, smell, perfume
Reading: kou
9 strokes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for smell?
The most common kanji for "smell" is 香, read as kou. It means incense, smell, perfume. Related kanji: 嗅 (smell).
How many strokes does 香 have?
香 has 9 strokes.