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Component Breakdown
嵐=
山風
mountain + wind
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'mountain' (山) with 'wind' (風), representing fierce winds blowing down from mountains—storms. Indicates nature's fury.
Symbolism
Symbolizes storms, intense change, and natural power. Represents difficult periods in life and strength to overcome them.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Calm before the storm
Poetry
和歌（百人一首） (Waka (Hyakunin Isshu))
吹くからに 秋の草木の しをるれば むべ山風を 嵐といふらむ
Poem #22 from Hyakunin Isshu
文屋康秀Fun'ya no Yasuhide
9th century和歌（百人一首） (Waka (Hyakunin Isshu))
花さそふ 嵐の庭の 雪ならで ふりゆくものは わが身なりけり
Poem #96 from Hyakunin Isshu
入道前太政大臣Nyūdō Saki no Daijō-daijin
13th centuryFrequently Asked Questions
What does 嵐 mean in Japanese?
嵐 means storm, tempest.
How do you read 嵐?
On'yomi: ラン (RAN). Kun'yomi: あらし (arashi).
How many strokes does 嵐 have?
嵐 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 山 (mountain).
Is 嵐 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 嵐 (storm, tempest) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.