This is the kanji for direction. It can also mean a person, a method, or a side.

on readings:
kun readings:
  • kata
examples:
hōmen direction, side
hōshiki formula, mode, method, system
hōshin course, line, policy
kangaekata way of thinking, viewpoint
oshiekata teaching method
seihōkei square
shihōhai Rite of the Four Directions
yuugata evening (c.f. )

links:
Wiktionary
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Last Alteration Performed: 3 July 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.