From 茶 to 茶道: Kanji Behind Japanese Tea Culture
What do the kanji 茶 and 道 really tell you about the Japanese tea ceremony? A vocabulary-first look at readings, compounds, and usage.
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月: Moon, Month, and Monday in Japanese Kanji
Why does 月 mean moon, month, and Monday? A learner’s guide to the three readings tsuki, getsu, and gatsu — and how to pick the right one.