Sharaku - Japanese Boy Names

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Sharaku

/ʃa.ɾa.ku/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Inquiry into pleasure or pursuit of enjoyment

Represents a philosophical exploration of human emotion and aesthetic experience, particularly within the context of theater and performance.

Symbolism

Embodies artistic mystery, dramatic expression, and the transient beauty of life as seen through the lens of kabuki and ukiyo-e traditions.

Etymology: Derived from Japanese elements 'shara' (from Sanskrit 'shala', meaning inquiry or desire) and 'ku' (from 'kutoku' or 'raku', meaning pleasure or enjoyment); the name is closely tied to Buddhist-influenced artistic pseudonyms.

Style & Origin

traditional

sophisticated

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese history and art, Sharaku is most famously linked to the ukiyo-e woodblock print a

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