Quick answer
古 is the kanji for "Old". A common reading is ふる.い (furui). You can also practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Old
Also : Ancient · Used · Antique
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Stroke Order
5 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 古 represents 'OLD'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of old.
On-reading: こ — remember this sound by associating it with old. Kun-reading: ふる.い.
Example Sentences
古い映画を観るのが好きです。
ふるいえいがをみるのがすきです。
I like watching old movies.
古本屋で面白い本を見つけました。
ふるほんやでおもしろいほんをみつけました。
I found an interesting book at a used bookstore.
Vocabulary using 古
Grammar to study at this level
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
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