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Noun referring to the open sea or offshore waters. Used in contexts like 『沖へ行く』 (oki e iku, 'go to the open sea').
Theme

User and their friend Kaito are on a boat trip, talking about the ocean and fishing plans.

おき

open sea

Nature & EnvironmentNatural Phenomena

Memory Hook

Imagine a ship sailing into the 'open sea' and shouting 'Oki!' as it reaches the vast waters. 'Oki' sounds like 'ocean key' — the key to the open sea!

Cultural Note

In Japan, 『沖』 (oki, 'open sea') is often referenced in fishing, maritime navigation, and traditional songs like sea shanties. It symbolizes adventure and the unknown beyond the shore.

Forms

Base: 沖Noun referring to the open sea or offshore waters. Used in contexts like 『沖へ行く』 (oki e iku, 'go to the open sea').