also: ふでがしら
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
first on a list; top of the list
Used for the first item or name in a written list, such as a roster or ranking.
His name was at the top of the roster.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to the most prominent person or thing in a group, often used in phrases like 筆頭株主 (largest shareholder) or 筆頭著者 (lead author).
He is the lead researcher on this project.
Led by Mr. Tanaka, ten employees took part.
He is the person leading the project.
His name is listed first on the list of candidates.
largest shareholder; biggest stockholder
first author