障子
しょうじ
shouji
JLPT N2nounVocabularyLevel 73 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

障子 (しょうじ (shouji)) means "Shoji (paper sliding door)". It is read しょうじ (shouji). This page covers its usage with example sentences.

Meaning

Shoji (paper sliding door)

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Example Sentences

日本の伝統的な部屋には、障子という建具が使われています。

にほんのでんとうてきなへやには、しょうじというたてぐがつかわれています。

In traditional Japanese rooms, a sliding door called shoji is used.

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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

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