Kanji for "Soul"

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

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gods, mind, soul

Reading: shin

9 strokes · mysterious, powerful

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for soul?

The most common kanji for "soul" is 神, read as shin. It means gods, mind, soul. Related kanji: 魂 (soul), 霊 (soul).

How many strokes does 神 have?

神 has 9 strokes.