Japanese Meaning Match

Match the displayed Japanese form with its meaning. When a name's meaning depends on kanji, the kanji is shown so the puzzle never asks you to guess a meaning from pronunciation alone.

How to play

Each left tile shows a romanization, kana and kanji where relevant. Each right tile shows one meaning. Select one from each side to make a pair. Correct pairs lock; incorrect pairs count as a mistake.

What this puzzle teaches or tests

Japanese names can change meaning with kanji. This game reinforces that the written form, not just the pronunciation, determines the meaning. The related guides explain each entry in detail.