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

虫封じ

Reading

Kana: むしふうじ
Romaji: mushifuuji
Kana
Romaji

Definition

1

incantation to rid a child of insects traditionally believed to cause disease; charm to cure colic, tantrums, etc.

Kanji

Readings: チュウ、 キ、 むし
Meanings: insect, bug, temper
Readings: フウ、 ホウ
Meanings: seal, closing