hair shaved in a V shape at the temples; hair shaved at the corners of the forehead
Refers to a traditional Japanese hairstyle detail where the hairline is shaved into a V shape at the temples or the corners of the forehead. Often associated with samurai or period hairstyles.
The period drama actor had his hair shaved into a V shape at the temples for the role.
The man in this ukiyo-e print has distinctive shaved corners at his forehead.
Standard kanji spelling using 剃る (to shave).
Kana-kanji mixed spelling; the kana portion may be easier for learners.
Compound of 剃り (shaving, from 剃る) and 込み (from 込む, indicating inclusion or thoroughness). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term describes a specific shaved hairline pattern.