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Festival KanjiThemes
Overview
Each card keeps the review anchored in festival vocabulary rather than a long mixed list.
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- 01祭ritual, offer prayers, celebrateThis central kanji represents the festival itself and is often read as matsuri.
- 02祝celebrate, congratulateUse this to express celebration or congratulations during festive occasions.
- 03金goldIt represents gold and money, often seen in festive decorations and coins.
- 04夜night, eveningMany traditional festivals reach their peak during the night.
- 05太plump, thick, big aroundThis kanji forms the word for taiko, the powerful drums heard at festivals.
- 06火fireFire is a key element in many rituals, from torches to fireworks.
- 07花flowerRepresenting flowers, it is also half of the word for fireworks.
- 08屋roof, house, shopIt refers to the shops and food stalls that line the festival streets.
- 09歌song, singSinging and songs are vital parts of festive performances and joy.
- 10舞dance, flit, circleIt describes the graceful dancing often performed on a festival stage.
- 11踊jump, dance, leapThis character refers to the energetic dancing of the festival crowds.
- 12酒sake, alcoholSake and traditional drinks often accompany celebrations and feasts.
- 13飯meal, boiled riceSpecial meals and rice dishes are a highlight of any festival gathering.
- 14茶teaTea ceremonies and refreshments are often provided during traditional events.
- 15魚fishFish is a common festival food and a central part of game stalls.
- 16宴banquet, feast, partyIt represents the banquets and parties where people gather to celebrate.
- 17旗national flag, banner, standardColorful flags and banners are used to decorate festival grounds.
- 18鼓drum, beat, rouseThis kanji specifically means drum, the heartbeat of traditional music.
- 19笛flute, clarinet, pipeThe flute provides the high, clear melodies heard throughout the festival.