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香

香 — incense, smell, perfume

Learn the correct stroke order for 香 (incense), a 9-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 49 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)コウkou、キョウkyou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)かka、かお.りkaori、かお.るkaoru
Strokes9
Radical香
Frequency#859
Meaningsincense, smell, perfume

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

香気こうきfragrancenoun
香港ホンコンHong Kongnoun
香水こうすいperfume; scentnoun
香料こうりょうflavoring; flavouring; spicesnoun
線香せんこうincense sticknoun
芳香ほうこうperfume; fragrance; aromanoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 香 (incense) is taught in grade 4 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 香.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 香 is #859, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

香気こうき — fragrance
香港ホンコン — Hong Kong
香水こうすい — perfume; scent

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 香 have?

The kanji 香 (incense) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 香?

香 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 香 mean?

香 means: incense, smell, perfume. On'yomi readings: コウ, キョウ. Kun'yomi readings: か, かお.り, かお.る.

What JLPT level is 香?

香 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.