開催
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Base noun form. Typically used as a noun in compound verbs like 『開催する』 (kaisai suru, 'to hold / To open'). It refers to the act of organizing or conducting events such as meetings, exhibitions, or festivals.
Theme
User and their colleague Kenji are planning a team event at the office. They need to decide on the details for an upcoming meeting or exhibition.
開催
かいさい
holding a meeting / open an exhibition
Culture & SocietyEntertainment & Media
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'kai' (sounds like 'ky' in 'ky' from 'kai' in 開催) where you 'sai' (sounds like 'sigh') in relief because the event is finally being held. 'Kai-sai' → 開催 (kaisai, 'holding a meeting / Open an exhibition').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『開催』 (kaisai) is often used in event announcements, such as for festivals, conferences, or art exhibitions. For example, you might see signs saying 『開催中』 (kaisai-chū, 'currently being held') at museums or 『開催予定』 (kaisai-yotei, 'scheduled to be held') for upcoming events.
Forms
Base: 開催Base noun form. Typically used as a noun in compound verbs like 『開催する』 (kaisai suru, 'to hold / To open'). It refers to the act of organizing or conducting events such as meetings, exhibitions, or festivals.