居


This kanji means to be present or to exist.

on readings:
  • kyo
kun readings:
  • i
examples:
居酒屋 izakaya a Japanese bar serving drinks & snacks
紙芝居 kamishibai paper play
穴居人 kekkyojin caveman
皇居 kōkyo imperial palace
長居 nagai stay too long
芝居 shibai theater

links:
Izakaya
Kamishibai
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Last Alteration Performed: 13 January 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.