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

縫腋

Reading

Kana: ほうえき
Romaji: houeki
Kana
Romaji

Definitions

1

stitched side of some traditional Japanese clothing; clothing with such a stitched side

See also: 闕腋
2

robe with a round collar, stitched sides and a ran, worn by the emperor and high-ranking officials

Kanji

Readings: ホウ、 ぬ.う
Meanings: sew, stitch, embroider
Readings: エキ、 セキ、 わき
Meanings: armpit, side