Refers to a projecting roof-like cover over a window, door, or the edge of a roof itself. Common in everyday contexts.
See also: 軒 (のき)
narrow aisle surrounding temple core
Only when written 廂
Architectural term for a narrow corridor or aisle that encircles the central part of a temple building. Rare outside specialized contexts.
Specifically the projecting front part of a cap or hat that shades the eyes. Often used in compound form 帽子のひさし.
classic low pompadour hairstyle
Abbreviation of 庇髪 (ひさしがみ), a traditional Japanese women's hairstyle with a low, forward-swept pompadour. Historical term; not used in modern fashion.
See also: ひさし髪
There is an awning over the shop entrance.
It started raining, so I took shelter under the eaves.
The narrow aisle of this temple retains the architectural style of the Kamakura period well.
The sun was strong, so I wore a hat with a long visor.
Women with a hairstyle called hisashi are depicted in ukiyo-e prints.
classic Japanese women's low pompadour hairstyle
visor; eyeshade
Usually written in kana; the kanji 庇 is also used but less common in everyday writing.
Kanji form; may be encountered in literature or formal contexts.
Rare kanji variant used specifically for the architectural sense of a narrow aisle in temple buildings.
The word is of native Japanese origin. The kanji 庇 means 'protect' or 'shelter', fitting the meaning of a covering. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.