written history; memoir; account of origins
A document or written account describing the history or origin of something, such as a family, institution, or object.
The temple's history book details the circumstances of its founding.
Along with the family heirloom, a written account of its origin is also kept.
Standard kanji spelling.
Alternate spelling using okurigana.
Compound of 由来 (origin, history) + 書 (document, writing).