When spring comes, beautiful flowers color the towns and the fields and mountains.
When those flowers are written in kanji, you might unexpectedly find yourself thinking, “Which flower was that again?” Even flower names we usually see in katakana or hiragana can feel completely different when written in kanji.
So in this article, we present a general-audience kanji quiz about spring flowers! It’s a quiz where you answer the readings, so try solving it while picturing spring flowers.
Now then, how many can you get right?
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How many can you read? Test your general knowledge with a spring flower kanji quiz (1–10)
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Forget-me-not
The charming forget-me-not, which blooms with small blue flowers in spring. As its name suggests, it carries the meaning “don’t forget,” and is sometimes given as a symbol of friendship and love. Its flower meanings are “Forget me not” and “true love.” Though small, it has a strong presence, and its quietly blooming姿 leaves a gentle impression on the heart. It’s a spring flower that, when spotted in a garden or field, brings a calm, comforting feeling.
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bokeh
Quince is a small, low-growing shrub that blooms with vivid red and pink flowers in spring. Its name comes from the fruit “mokka” (Japanese quince), but it is cherished for the beauty of its blossoms. Its flower meanings are “guidance,” “mediocrity,” and “precocity,” and it stands out in spring gardens and parks. Modest yet bright and glamorous, it’s a familiar flower that heralds the arrival of spring and warms the heart just by looking at it.
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magnolia
Magnolias are trees whose large, striking blossoms bloom in spring. Their white, pink, and purple flowers open all along the branches, announcing the arrival of spring in a dazzling display. Their flower language signifies “nobility” and “love of nature,” leaving a memorable impression of beauty. Often seen in gardens and as street trees, these stately symbols of spring lift the spirit when you look up at them.
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Daphne odora
It is a flower that blooms in tight clusters in spring and releases a sweet, strong fragrance. The flowers come in white and reddish purple, and their scent evokes the arrival of spring. Its flower language is “glory” and “eternal love,” and it has long been cherished as a garden shrub. Small yet striking, it is a beloved, familiar harbinger of spring that brings calm to the heart when enveloped in its fragrance.
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Violet
The small and charming spring flower, the violet. It blooms quietly in fields and gardens, in shades of purple, white, and yellow. Its name has ancient origins and often appears in classical Japanese poetry such as waka and haiku. Its flower meanings are “humility” and “sincerity,” making it a modest yet memorable presence. As a herald of spring, it’s familiar to everyone, and spotting it on a walk brings a gentle moment of happiness.