Moe in Japanese
In Japanese, Moe is written in katakana as モー (Moo), the way Japanese people write foreign names. To write it in kanji, each sound gets a character chosen for its meaning. Our top pick is 茂 (mo): “lush”.
How Moe sounds in Japanese
Kanji for Moe
- 茂mo lushThick, lush growth; a life that flourishes.
- 百mo hundredA hundred; many blessings, as in 百花 (a hundred flowers).
- 望mo hopeHope and wishes; also the full moon (望月).
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Questions about Moe in Japanese
How do you write Moe in Japanese?
Moe is written モー in katakana. Katakana is the script Japanese people use for foreign names, so this is how Moe would appear on a Japanese ID card, a café cup or a name tag. Depending on the origin of the name, it can also be written モウ (as written in Japan).
What are the best kanji for Moe?
Our top pick is 茂 (Mo). 茂 means “lush”. Other good options are 百 (Mo) and 望 (Mo).
Is 茂 a real Japanese name?
Yes. 茂 is also found in Japan as a given name, read Mo, so it looks natural to Japanese readers. For Moe, it works as both a real-looking Japanese name and a kanji spelling of your own name.
How many strokes is 茂?
茂 has 8 strokes. That is quite simple to write by hand, even for beginners.
Can I use 茂 as a tattoo?
Each character in 茂 has a positive meaning, so it is a reasonable choice. Keep in mind that Japanese people will read it as the meaning of the characters, not instantly as “Moe”. If you want your name to be recognized, katakana (モー) is clearer. Either way, ask a native speaker to check the final design.
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