鬼 — ghost, devil
Learn the correct stroke order for 鬼 (ghost), a 10-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 鬼 (ghost) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 10 strokes with radical 鬼.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 鬼 is #1557, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (鬼)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 鬼 have?
The kanji 鬼 (ghost) has 10 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 鬼?
鬼 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 鬼 mean?
鬼 means: ghost, devil. On'yomi readings: キ. Kun'yomi readings: おに, おに-.
What JLPT level is 鬼?
鬼 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.