also: ふづき
seventh month of the lunar calendar
Obsolete term; used in historical or literary contexts to refer to July in the old Japanese calendar. Not used in modern date expressions.
Fumizuki corresponds to the seventh month of the old lunar calendar.
The word 'fumizuki' often appears in classical literature.
Standard kanji spelling for the obsolete lunar month name.
Kana spelling; useful for learners unfamiliar with the kanji.
Alternate reading; less common and may be considered archaic.
The origin is uncertain; traditionally associated with the custom of writing poetry (文) during this month, but this is a folk etymology. The spelling 文月 is conventionally used for this lunar month name.