幻
phantom; illusion; fantasy
Kanji 1226
phantom; illusion; fantasy
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Synopsis
This kanji enables us to talk about what isn’t really there: illusory countries on old maps, phantom limbs, an alcoholic’s hallucinations, sorcery, and mythical creatures. Learn about phantom rice and phantom railroad lines, and see what “pursuing phantoms” really means. Find out about magic mushrooms in Japan, as well as mushroom statues created long ago and very far from Japan.
Revision history:
Feb. 10, 2022:
- p. 2, Etymology Box: Updated the Henshall etymology.
- p. 18: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.
Jan. 11, 2019: Originally published.
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