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How to Say ‘Moss’ in Japanese

コケ

こけ

💬 Usage Tip: [コケ] (koke) is often used in the context of the traditional Japanese appreciation for nature.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Moss gardens are a significant element in Japanese gardening, appreciated for their lush and calming presence.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

コケこけ

[koke]

moss

A small, green, non-flowering plant that grows in damp environments.

Example

庭にコケが生えています。

Moss is growing in the garden.

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