両


This is the kanji for both. It was also the name of a gold coin used in pre-Meiji Japan before the yen (円) was introduced.

on readings:
  • ryō
kun readings:
    -
examples:
両替 ryōgae exchange
両眼 ryōgan both eyes
両陛下 ryōheika their majesties the emperor and empress
両親 ryōshin parents

links:
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Last Alteration Performed: 16 June 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.