Refers to a traditional Japanese quiver, often associated with samurai or archery. The word is somewhat specialized and may appear in historical or cultural contexts.
武士は背中に箙を背負っていた。
The samurai carried a quiver on his back.
博物館で古い箙が展示されている。
An old quiver is on display at the museum.
Kana spelling is common in modern texts, especially when the kanji is considered difficult or obscure.
The native Japanese word えびら is written with 箙, an older Chinese character meaning “quiver.” The deeper origin of the Japanese word is uncertain.