森 — forest, woods
Learn the correct stroke order for 森 (forest), a 12-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 森 (forest) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 12 strokes with radical 木.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 森 is #609, making it a frequently used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 森 have?
The kanji 森 (forest) has 12 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 森?
森 follows the standard Japanese stroke order as taught in schools. Use the step-by-step diagram or the "Try Writing" tool above to practice each stroke in sequence.
What does 森 mean?
森 means: forest, woods. On'yomi readings: シン. Kun'yomi readings: もり.
What JLPT level is 森?
森 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.