Storm in Japanese
"storm" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
嵐
arashi
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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storm, tempest
Reading: ran
12 strokes · powerful
Where it comes from
Combines 'mountain' (山) with 'wind' (風), representing fierce winds blowing down from mountains—storms. Indicates nature's fury.
What it carries
Symbolizes storms, intense change, and natural power. Represents difficult periods in life and strength to overcome them.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for storm?
The most common kanji for "storm" is 嵐, read as ran. It means storm, tempest. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 嵐 have?
嵐 has 12 strokes.