As we discussed in our previous blog post, there are many ways to say “star” in Japanese. It is important to learn the different words and kanji for “star” in order to improve one’s ability to speak and understand the language. Expanding your vocabulary is essential for fluency and comprehension, regardless of your level of learning.

There are several common and less common words for “star” in Japanese and different kanji that can be used to represent the word. The most common word for “star” is 星 (hoshi), but other words such as 星座 (seiza) for “constellation” and 星空 (hoshizora) for “starry sky” are also commonly used. Additionally, we will also be covering less common words for “star” such as 銀河 (ginga) for “galaxy” and 火星 (kasei) for “Mars.”

This post will also discuss the kanji for “star” such as star (hoshi), constellation (seiza), and starry sky (hoshizora). This post will provide you with a better understanding of the different words and kanji for “star” in Japanese, so that you can use them in your own speech and writing.

Common Words for “Star” in Japanese

• 星 (hoshi) – the most common word for “star” in Japanese. It is used to refer to a single star in the night sky or a celestial body.
• 星座 (seiza) – constellation, a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky. It is commonly used in astrology and astronomy in Japan.
• 星空 (hoshizora) – starry sky, the sky filled with stars. It is often used to describe a beautiful, peaceful night sky and can also be used as a metaphor for something ethereal or dreamlike.

The word “star” (hoshi) is used most commonly in Japanese for a single star or a celestial body. Another commonly used word is 星座 (seiza), which refers to a group of stars forming a recognizable night sky pattern. Astrology and astronomy commonly use this word. Last but not least, Starry Sky (hoshizora) is used to describe the night sky filled with stars and is often used as a metaphor for something ethereal or dreamlike.

 One can express themselves more accurately and fluently in Japanese by understanding these common words for “star.

Words that are less commonly used to describe “star”

• 銀河 (ginga) – galaxy
• 火星 (kasei) – Mars
• 流星 (ryuusei) – meteor
• 流れ星 (nagareboshi) – shooting star

In addition to the common words for “star” in Japanese, there are also less common words that can be used to describe celestial bodies and phenomena.

•  銀河 (ginga) is used to refer to a galaxy, a large collection of stars and other matter held together by gravity. 
• 火星 (kasei) is the Japanese word for Mars, the fourth planet from the sun. 
• 流星 (ryuusei) is a meteor, a small celestial body that burns up upon entering the Earth’s atmosphere. 
• 流れ星 (nagareboshi) is a shooting star, a meteor that is visible from the Earth’s surface. By understanding these less common words, one can have a richer and more precise vocabulary when discussing the stars and space in Japanese.

In summary, this blog post has discussed the different ways to say “star” in Japanese, including common words to describe stars, such as hoshi, and constellations, such as seiza. A star (hoshi) and a constellation (seiza) were also covered in the kanji for “star. It is recommended to read, write, and speak with native speakers in order to further enhance one’s understanding and use of these words. The comments section also encourages readers to share their own favorite Japanese words for “star.” When one understands the different Japanese words for “star,” one can express themselves more accurately and fully immerse themselves in the culture.