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Base noun form. Refers to a container used for storing or transporting items. Can be used with counters like 『一つ』 (hitotsu, 'one') or 『一箱』 (hitohako, 'one box').
Theme

User and their coworker Ken are organizing supplies in the office storage room, discussing where to place items.

はこ

box

Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'hako' (はこ) box that you pack with items. 'Hako' sounds like 'hack-o' — you hack open the box to see what's inside!

Cultural Note

In Japan, boxes are often used for gift-giving, especially during holidays like 『お中元』 (ochuugen, 'mid-year gift') or 『お歳暮』 (oseibo, 'year-end gift'). They are typically wrapped neatly to show respect.

Forms

Base: 箱Base noun form. Refers to a container used for storing or transporting items. Can be used with counters like 『一つ』 (hitotsu, 'one') or 『一箱』 (hitohako, 'one box').