THE KANJI IN YOUR NAME

Every name holds a sound. Sometimes, that sound hides a Japanese character. This small word game starts with a first name or nickname, shows a provisional Japanese sound, and lets the visitor correct it before any character is suggested.

Readings are checked, not invented

The result only uses readings found in the KANJIDIC2 kanji dictionary. When no verified match exists, the page says so rather than forcing a character onto a name. This is a word game, not a legal name service, translation, tattoo advice, or cultural credential.

Your name stays in the browser

Use a first name or nickname. The page does not save the entered name. If the supplied sound is not how you say your name, change it before searching.

Find the kanji in your name