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mine; hole
Kanji 1245

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Synopsis

Japan is rich in minerals (learn why), and its mines have influenced the nation's history, economy, and activism, from the environmental movement to strikes and unions. Learn what the Yamashita Treasure is, and see how people use "canary in a coal mine." Find out why Ashio Copper Mine is on a par with Minamata and has mattered to Soseki, Haruki Murakami, and Jay Rubin.

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Kanji PDF
Cover of essay 1245 on 坑 (mine; hole), "A Rich Vein to Mine"
Mini Profile
JOYO ON-YOMI
コウ
JOYO KUN-YOMI
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STROKES7
RADICAL土 (32: earth)
JLPTN1
HALPERN174/208
HENSHALL1245/1320
SPAHN3b4.6