This kanji means public or official, and is the opposite of .

on readings:
kun readings:
  • ooyake
examples:
hikōkai not open to the public, private
kōen park
kōen public performance
kōgai pollution
kōgi authorities, Shogunate government
kōkai open to the public
kōshiki formula in mathematics, formal, official
kōtei official residence

links:
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Last Alteration Performed: 27 January 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.