" Shine " Japanese calligraphy

 

　　　"光" (kou, hikari). It is translated as happy, light, brilliant, shine, beam, ray, only, etc.

This character is written by Kanzi, Regular script.

Etymology :　hieroglyph

The kneeled person is holding it above one's head while bowing.

"火"　 The state to hold it above one's head.

+　　"儿" 　The person who kneeled.

Yes. The light is important for a human being.

It shines on the darkness.

 One of the most beautiful hot springs in Japan [Ginzan Onsen]
These are the images.

Do you recognize this scenery?

That's right, if you're a fan of Japanese animation you'll know that.

How about a warm and beautiful hot spring?
Here is Yamagata Prefecture.