Mnemonic
In the middle of the market, a massive tree grows right through the pavement. Every fall, it drops hundreds of ripe persimmon fruits onto the stalls below. Vendors curse the tree, but customers love snatching up the free persimmon samples rolling everywhere!
Additional thoughts
Picture a huge persimmon tree bursting through concrete in the center of a bustling market. Orange fruits tumble onto vendor tables. Tree + Market = Persimmon.Quick recall
A tree bursting through the market floor drops persimmon fruits onto every stall.Details
The keyword for 柿 is persimmon. This kanji refers to the persimmon fruit, a sweet, orange-colored fruit that has been cultivated in East Asia for centuries and holds particular cultural significance in Japan. The persimmon tree is a common sight in Japanese autumn landscapes, and the fruit is enjoyed both fresh and dried. It is also a popular motif in traditional Japanese art and poetry, symbolizing the beauty of the fall season.
- On'yomi
- し
- Kun'yomi
- かき