Kashii

Flower - Flowers symbolize beauty, the transience of life (mono no aware), and the joy of the present moment. May your child bloom beautifully like a flower, bringing joy to all who witness their brief, precious existence.

To Bloom - Blooming represents the fulfillment of potential and the courage to reveal one's true beauty. May your child bloom fearlessly, revealing their true beauty when the time is right.

Splendid - Splendor represents magnificence, glory, and the dazzling beauty of achievement. May your child achieve splendid things, their glory brightening the world.

Color - Color represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the color's dedication and skill in their life's work.

White - White represents purity, sacredness, and new beginnings in Japanese Shinto tradition. May your child maintain purity of heart, sacred and clean as fresh white snow.

China - China represents ancient civilization, rich culture, and profound historical influence. May your child appreciate the depth of Eastern culture and wisdom.

Mallet - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

Tool Used to Strike Objects - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

Dull - Dullness reminds us that even blunt instruments have their purpose and time. May your child know when to be sharp and when to be gentle in approach.

Chinquapin - The chinquapin represents evergreen persistence and modest provision. May your child persist with quiet provision.

Spine - Spine - The Vertebrae; backbone - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spine throughout life.

Fragrance - Fragrance - Aroma; a pleasant smell - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of fragrance throughout life.

Fragrant - Fragrance represents pleasant presence, lasting impression, and subtle beauty. May your child leave a fragrant impression wherever they go.

Pleasant - Goodness and virtue form the foundation of a meaningful life. May your child embody goodness and cultivate virtue throughout life.

Appealing - Sound represents communication, expression, and making oneself heard. May your child's voice be heard and may they listen well.

Lance - Lance - A piece in shogi - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lance throughout life.

Mallet - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

Tool Used to Strike Objects - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

Dull - Dullness reminds us that even blunt instruments have their purpose and time. May your child know when to be sharp and when to be gentle in approach.

Chinquapin - The chinquapin represents evergreen persistence and modest provision. May your child persist with quiet provision.

Spine - Spine - The Vertebrae; backbone - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spine throughout life.