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衛 - Defense
In ancient times, Japan’s Defense often meant guarding against Korea, with wary generals sending scouts to Go and patrol the borders. The character reminds us of the Yamato court’s vigilance during the Three Kingdoms period when alliances and invasions loomed across the sea.
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衛 - Defense
Index #964
Grade 5
16 strokes
JLPT Level: N1
Readings: エイ
Kanji Primes
Compound Kanji

Common Vocab

えいせい 衛星
satellite, moon
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えいせい 衛生
hygiene, sanitation
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じえいたい 自衛隊
Self Defense Forces
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ぼうえい 防衛
defense, protection
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