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昭
昭 (readings: しょう; Japanese kanji) means “shining / Showa era”. It is a Grade 3 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 3 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 昭和 (Showa).
What does 昭 mean?
| Kanji | 昭 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | shining / Showa era |
| Readings | しょう |
| Grade | Grade 3 (Medium) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 昭
昭 is read しょう depending on the word.
Example words with 昭
| Example | 昭和 (Showa) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14