手

leaving a letter behind; letter left behind by someone who has departed; farewell letter

Shogi

check

first person (to do); person going first

first place; top position; person in the top position; person in the lead

one step higher; one better; cut above; one up

cotton gloves; working gloves

Idiomatic expression

two blessings at once; flanked by two beautiful women

no way to do; nothing can be done

Colloquial

out of one's league; facing a too tough opponent; outclassed

worker; breadwinner; supporter

able person; able man; productive worker

sparring partner

dread; horror; hatred

singer; vocalist

Internet slang

amateur singer who records and uploads songs to online video platforms

empty-handed; unarmed; lacking funds

cord used to tuck up the sleeves of a kimono

sash (worn over the shoulder to the opposite hip)

obi (strip of paper looped around a book, CD, etc. containing information about the product)

writer; painter; drawer; calligrapher

skilful writer; skilful painter

opposing role; partner

being empty-handed

being penniless; having no capital (for starting a business)

severe wound; serious wound; gash

glorious achievement; distinguished service

Colloquial

(intentional) overcharging; rip-off; highway robbery

Often written on the paper wrapper

chopsticks

forte; strong point

means of transportation; transportation system; way of getting around

someone who is going