This site will be taken down March 31st, 2026.

This was not an easy decision to make. For the last couple years, I have been struggling to find motivation for this site and to keep up with basic maintenance and security updates. With the rise of AI and more sophisticated tools, the usefulness of sites like this is questionable and traffic has nose-dived. I just don't have it in me to keep doing this. Thank you all for 10 years of support!

Zach

木蓮

Readings

Kana: きはちす、キハチス
Romaji: kihachisu, kihachisu
Kana
Romaji

Definition

1

rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus)

Note: word usually written using kana alone
See also: 木槿

Kanji

Readings: ボク、 モク、 き、 こ-
Meanings: tree, wood
Readings: レン、 はす、 はちす
Meaning: lotus

木蓮

木蘭

Readings

Kana: もくれん、モクレン
Romaji: mokuren, mokuren
Kana
Romaji

Definition

1

lily magnolia (Magnolia quinquepeta, Magnolia liliiflora)

Note: word usually written using kana alone

Kanji

Readings: ボク、 モク、 き、 こ-
Meanings: tree, wood
Readings: レン、 はす、 はちす
Meaning: lotus
Readings: ラン、 ラ
Meanings: orchid, Holland