アカギ
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Meanings
1
bishop wood (Bischofia javanica)
usually written using kana alone
A tropical tree species. The scientific name is Bischofia javanica.
Akagi is an evergreen tall tree found in places like Okinawa.
2
barked tree
Refers to a tree from which the bark has been stripped. Often contrasted with 黒木 (くろき, unbarked tree).
See also: 黒木
In construction materials, akagi can refer to logs with the bark removed.
3
red tree
A general term for a tree with reddish wood or bark. Not a specific species.
The word akagi can also literally refer to a tree with a reddish hue.