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Component Breakdown
咲=
口关
mouth + 关
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth and phonetic. Opening mouth to bloom.
Symbolism
Bloom, blossom, flower. Represents blooming.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
遅咲きの花
おそざきのはな
A late-blooming flower
Someone who finds success later in life
Poetry
和歌（百人一首） (Waka (Hyakunin Isshu))
高砂の をのへの桜 咲きにけり 外山のかすみ 立たずもあらなむ
Poem #73 from Hyakunin Isshu
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UnknownFrequently Asked Questions
What does 咲 mean in Japanese?
咲 means blossom, bloom.
How do you read 咲?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: さ.く、-ざき (saku, zaki).
How many strokes does 咲 have?
咲 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 咲 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 咲 (blossom, bloom) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.