Alternative spelling of 小雀 (“baby sparrow”)

今日: today; nowadays

end grain, the grain of wood showing growth rings / kerf, the cut end of a log or branch, butt end

old Hangul

(historical) Gojoseon (ancient Korean kingdom)

(sumo) a real match with no allowance to one's competitor, as opposed to a thrown or an arranged match / a no holds barred, do-or-die, serious competition or challenge

an individual under the control of another person, a subordinate, a henchman / a person, usually a child, in the custody or care of a foster parent (親分(おやぶん) (oyabun))

a door or gate / an entrance

an old stone stela or monument (specifically one with carved text)

national prestige; national power and influence