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Kotomora

コヤスガイ

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Meanings

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noun

cowrie; cowry

usually written using kana alone

Refers to cowrie shells, especially the chocolate cowrie (Mauritia mauritiana). Often used in contexts of traditional games or as a charm for safe childbirth.

See also: タカラガイ · ハチジョウダカラガイ