This site will be taken down March 31st, 2026.

This was not an easy decision to make. For the last couple years, I have been struggling to find motivation for this site and to keep up with basic maintenance and security updates. With the rise of AI and more sophisticated tools, the usefulness of sites like this is questionable and traffic has nose-dived. I just don't have it in me to keep doing this. Thank you all for 10 years of support!

Zach

杉玉

Readings

Kana: すぎだま、すぎたま
Romaji: sugidama, sugitama
Kana
Romaji

Definition

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sugidama; ball made from sprigs of Japanese cedar, traditionally hung in the eaves of sake breweries

Kanji

Readings: サン、 すぎ
Meanings: cedar, cryptomeria
Readings: ギョク、 たま、 たま-、 -だま
Meanings: jewel, ball