How to Convert Numbers to Japanese: A Simple Guide for Beginners
Ever wondered about reading and writing numbers in Japanese? Learning Japanese numbers stands as one of the first crucial steps to become skilled at this captivating language. The process gets much easier once you grasp the simple systems of converting between English and Japanese numbers.
This piece shows you how to convert Arabic numbers (1, 2, 3, 4) into Japanese’s numeral systems: Kanji, Hiragana, and Romaji. Clear examples will help you learn Japanese numbers from 1-10 or even 1-100. Most Japanese number converters can handle up to 9 digits, which means you can convert values as large as 999,999,999. You’ll find this guide helpful whether you need to write phone numbers or understand room numbers in Japanese addresses. The simple explanations will help you understand Japanese counting with confidence.
Understanding the Japanese Number System
The Japanese numerical system offers a captivating mix of native and borrowed elements. Most Western languages use just one counting system. Japanese stands out by using multiple number formats that work for different situations and contexts. This makes Japanese numbers versatile yet sometimes tricky for newcomers.
Understanding the Japanese Number System
Why Japanese uses multiple number formats
Japanese relies on two main numerical systems that work together perfectly. This approach comes from Japan’s historical ties with China and the way its language evolved naturally.
The first system, Kango (漢語), has its roots in old Chinese influences [1]. This Sino-Japanese reading system (on’yomi) serves as the more formal way to count. People use it mostly for math, time, dates, and business [2]. The counting you might have heard in Japanese (“ichi, ni, san…”) comes from this Kango system.
The second system, Wago (和語) or Yamato Kotoba (大和言葉), represents Japan’s native counting method [1]. It uses kun’yomi readings and adds hiragana to every number except 10 [1]. Wago counting comes in handy especially when you have:
- Regular items to count up to 10
- The first few people in a group to refer to
- Traditional contexts to express
- Food to order at restaurants without knowing specific counters [1]
Japanese handles big numbers differently than English. Rather than grouping by thousands like we do, Japanese uses units of 10,000 (万/man) [2]. You’ll see a four-digit grouping system instead of the three-digit Western approach. Take 100,000,000 – Japanese expresses it as “一億” (ichi-oku), which means “one hundred million” [3].
Some numbers in Japanese come with different pronunciations based on cultural and practical needs. The number 4 can be “shi” or “yon.” People prefer “yon” since “shi” sounds like the Japanese word for death (死/shi) [1]. The number 7 works the same way – it can be “shichi” or “nana.” “Nana” helps avoid mix-ups with the number 1 (ichi) [1].
Difference between Kanji, Hiragana, and Romaji
Japanese numbers show up in three writing systems. Each one has its own special role:
Kanji (漢字) are Chinese characters that Japanese adopted. Numbers in kanji (一, 二, 三…) show up most often in formal papers, vertical writing, bank forms, and legal documents [2]. A special set of kanji called “daiji” (大字) exists just for financial and legal papers. These characters make it tough to change one number into another by adding extra strokes [1].
Hiragana (ひらがな) works as a Japanese syllabary mainly for native Japanese words. With numbers, you’ll spot hiragana mostly in wago counting. Numbers 1-9 get the hiragana つ (“tsu”) after them [1]. You won’t see hiragana used much for standalone numbers [3].
Romaji puts Japanese into Latin letters (ichi, ni, san). It helps non-Japanese speakers learn but rarely shows up in everyday Japanese number use.
Daily life in Japan mixes things up. Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3) work alongside kanji, mainly in horizontal writing. Kanji numerals (一, 二, 三) rule vertical writing [1]. Modern Japanese often blends these approaches. You might see “3人” (san-nin, three people) instead of the full kanji version “三人” [1].
Japanese numbers follow simple patterns, unlike English. English makes you learn special words like “twenty” or “fifty.” Japanese just combines base numbers – 20 becomes “ni-juu” (two-ten) and 30 turns into “san-juu” (three-ten) [2].
Basic Numbers in Japanese (1 to 10)
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Japanese numerical literacy starts with learning numbers 1 through 10. These simple numbers help you build almost any larger number through combinations. Let’s get into how these foundational digits work in both writing systems and look at some significant pronunciation points.
Basic Numbers in Japanese (1 to 10)
Number in Japanese 1-10 with Kanji and Hiragana
Japanese numbers from 1 to 10 can be written using both kanji (Chinese characters) and hiragana (phonetic script). Here’s a complete reference table showing all forms:
| Number | Kanji | Hiragana | Pronunciation |
| 0 | 零 / ゼロ | れい / ぜろ | rei / zero |
| 1 | 一 | いち | ichi |
| 2 | 二 | に | ni |
| 3 | 三 | さん | san |
| 4 | 四 | し / よん | shi / yon |
| 5 | 五 | ご | go |
| 6 | 六 | ろく | roku |
| 7 | 七 | しち / なな | shichi / nana |
| 8 | 八 | はち | hachi |
| 9 | 九 | きゅう / く | kyuu / ku |
| 10 | 十 | じゅう | juu |
Japanese speakers commonly use Arabic numerals (0, 1, 2, 3) alongside kanji, especially in horizontal writing. You’ll often see Arabic numerals combined with Japanese counter words, like “3人” (three people) rather than the full kanji version “三人”.
Most Japanese speakers use “ゼロ” (zero) in everyday conversation, while “れい” (rei) appears in formal settings. “マル” (maru) meaning “circle” serves as another way to express zero.
Common pronunciation tips for beginners
Japanese numbers have some special pronunciation challenges that new learners should know about:
Alternative pronunciations: Three numbers come with two acceptable variants:
- Number 4: You can say either “し” (shi) or “よん” (yon). People prefer “よん” because “し” sounds similar to the Japanese word for death (死), which brings bad luck. Daily conversations and counting beyond 10 almost always use “よん”.
- Number 7: The options are “しち” (shichi) or “なな” (nana). Casual speech favors “なな” to avoid mixing it up with number 1 “いち” (ichi). Numbers beyond 10 almost always use “なな”.
- Number 9: You might hear “きゅう” (kyuu) or “く” (ku). “きゅう” gets used more since “く” sounds like the Japanese word for “agony” or “suffering” (苦).
Pronunciation when counting sequentially: The counting sequence from 1 to 10 typically goes: “いち, に, さん, し, ご, ろく, しち, はち, きゅう, じゅう”. Counting backward uses slightly different pronunciations: “じゅう, きゅう, はち, なな, ろく, ご, よん, さん, に, いち”.
Syllable timing: Each syllable should take about the same time to pronounce. The “nee” sound in “ni” (two) should match the length of “djyuu” in “juu” (ten).
Stress patterns: Numbers need slight emphasis on certain syllables. The first syllable “i” in “ichi” (one) needs more stress than “chi”.
Japanese uses “よん”, “なな”, and “きゅう” for 4, 7, and 9 in number combinations beyond 10. Once you become skilled at these simple numbers, counting to 99 becomes straightforward since Japanese doesn’t need separate words like “twenty” or “fifty” as English does.
How to Convert Arabic Numbers to Kanji
Arabic numbers to Japanese kanji numerals might look intimidating at first glance. The process becomes clearer once you grasp the underlying structure. Japanese numbers follow a different path from Western numbers. While Western systems group by thousands, Japanese numbers work in groups of four digits. This creates a systematic way to express large values.
How to Convert Arabic Numbers to Kanji
Kanji structure for large numbers
The biggest difference between Western and Japanese number systems shows up in their grouping. Western systems rely on thousands (1,000, 1,000,000, 1,000,000,000). Japanese systems groups by ten thousands instead [4]. This creates a four-digit grouping system rather than English’s three-digit approach.
Japanese large number system uses these core units:
- 万 (man) = 10,000 (104)
- 億 (oku) = 100,000,000 (108)
- 兆 (chō) = 1,000,000,000,000 (1012)
- 京 (kei) = 10,000,000,000,000,000 (1016) [5]
Japanese kanji numbers skip zeros completely for powers of ten [6]. This makes the notation shorter but needs careful attention. To name just one example, 4002 becomes 四千二 in kanji. You’ll notice there’s no zero between thousands and ones [6].
Japanese people write large numbers in kanji several ways:
- Full kanji notation – Every digit and unit appears (三兆四千七百六十五億二千百八十九万三千四百二十一)
- Abbreviated kanji notation – Only the most important digits and units show up (三兆四七六五億二一八九万三四二一)
- Mixed notation – Arabic numerals combine with kanji units (3兆4765億2189万3421) [7]
Modern Japanese writing often uses a mix of Arabic numerals with kanji counting units when numbers get very large. People write “3万” instead of “三万” to make things clearer [8].
Example: 3,500 → 三千五百
Let’s see how 3,500 transforms into 三千五百:
- Break down the components: 3,500 = 3,000 + 500
- Match each part with its kanji:
- 3 = 三 (san)
- 1,000 = 千 (sen)
- 5 = 五 (go)
- 100 = 百 (hyaku)
- Put them together: 三千五百 [1][9]
三千五百 translates directly to “three thousand five hundred” in English. The structure works simply – 3 (三) times 1000 (千), plus 5 (五) times 100 (百) [9].
This pattern works the same way for all Japanese numbers. 20,500 becomes 二万五百 (ni-man go-hyaku) or 2万500 in mixed notation [10].
English speakers say “twenty thousand five hundred,” while Japanese directly shows “two ten-thousands five hundreds.” This structural difference matters when converting between systems.
Japanese financial documents employ special complex kanji forms called 大字 (daiji) to prevent fraud [3]. These forms change 一 (one) to 壱 and 二 (two) to 弐 [3].
You’ll see this number system everywhere in Japan – from room numbers in addresses to money amounts and traditional dates. Learning this conversion system helps you understand Japanese numbers better.
How to Convert Arabic Numbers to Hiragana
Hiragana uses syllabic characters to represent Japanese numbers, which gives them a more traditional feel than Kanji. This phonetic writing system changes numbers into detailed pronunciations that need a different way of thinking. Let’s see how Arabic numbers work in this syllabic format.
How to Convert Arabic Numbers to Hiragana
Syllabic breakdown of numbers
The Sino-Japanese reading system forms the basis of Hiragana conversion by breaking numbers into phonetic parts. Hiragana spells out the full pronunciation syllable by syllable, unlike Kanji’s visual approach. This creates number expressions that match exactly how Japanese speakers say them out loud.
Here are the simple Hiragana conversions for numbers 1-10:
- 1 → いち (i-chi)
- 2 → に (ni)
- 3 → さん (sa-n)
- 4 → よん/し (yo-n/shi)
- 5 → ご (go)
Larger numbers bring interesting challenges. Since Hiragana works syllable by syllable, you need to write out each number’s full pronunciation. To name just one example, numbers above 10 combine syllabic elements — 11 becomes じゅういち (juu-ichi), which means “ten-one” [11].
Numbers in hundreds and thousands show specific sound changes during conversion:
- 300 becomes さんびゃく (san-byaku), not さんひゃく
- 600 changes to ろっぴゃく (rop-pyaku)
- 3000 comes out as さんぜん (san-zen), not さんせん [12]
These sound shifts happen because of Japanese pronunciation’s natural flow, where certain combinations create voice changes or doubled consonants.
Example: 3,500 → さんぜんごひゃく
Let’s look at how 3,500 changes into Hiragana:
- Break the number into parts: 3,000 + 500
- Change each part to Hiragana:
- 3 → さん (san)
- 1,000 → せん (sen), which changes to ぜん (zen)
- 5 → ご (go)
- 100 → ひゃく (hyaku)
- Put it all together: さんぜんごひゃく (san-zen-go-hyaku) [1]
This shows how Hiragana expresses numbers differently than English. English uses separate words like “three thousand five hundred.” The Japanese version さんぜんごひゃく breaks each number part into its pronunciation [1].
You can see the length difference between different writing systems:
- Arabic: 3,500 (5 characters)
- Kanji: 三千五百 (4 characters)
- Hiragana: さんぜんごひゃく (9 characters) [1]
Hiragana’s longer form helps learners by showing exactly how to pronounce each number part. This breakdown works as a pronunciation guide that Kanji can’t provide. Beginners can understand how Japanese combines number elements in its unique way.
Big numbers like 123,456,789 create much longer Hiragana: いちおくにせんさんびゃくよんじゅうごまんろくせんななひゃくはちじゅうきゅう [2]. This is why people rarely use Hiragana for large numbers in daily life, preferring Kanji or Arabic numerals instead.
How to Convert Arabic Numbers to Romaji
Romaji provides the perfect starting point to learn Japanese numbers. This romanized version of Japanese spells out words using the Latin alphabet, making it readily available to English speakers who don’t know Japanese scripts.
How to Convert Arabic Numbers to Romaji
Romaji as a bridge for English speakers
Romaji is a vital learning tool that connects the familiar Latin alphabet with Japanese writing systems. English speakers can read and pronounce Japanese numbers right away without learning an entirely new script [1].
Romaji shows Japanese number sounds using familiar Latin characters. The simple numbers appear as:
| Number | Romaji | Pronunciation Guide |
| 1 | ichi | ee-chee |
| 2 | ni | nee |
| 3 | san | sahn |
| 4 | yon/shi | yohn/shee |
| 5 | go | goh |
This transliteration system lets English speakers read Japanese numbers while maintaining authentic pronunciation. Learners can start counting in Japanese through romaji without knowing kanji or hiragana.
Romaji also helps learners who feel overwhelmed by kanji’s visual complexity or hiragana’s syllabic nature. It creates a comfortable middle ground where English speakers can focus on pronunciation and numerical patterns without the challenge of new scripts [1].
Example: 3,500 → sanzen go hyaku
Let’s take a closer look at how 3,500 becomes romaji. Japanese number conversion transforms 3,500 into “sanzen go hyaku” [13][1].
The conversion works step-by-step:
- Break down the number into its components: 3,000 + 500
- Convert each component individually:
- 3 (三) = san
- 1,000 (千) = sen (becomes zen due to voicing change)
- 5 (五) = go
- 100 (百) = hyaku
- Combine these elements: “sanzen go hyaku”
Romaji works similar to the English phrase “three thousand five hundred,” but Japanese orders numerical units differently [9]. Japanese expresses 3,500 as “3-thousand 5-hundred,” which romaji shows as “sanzen go hyaku.”
Comparing the three Japanese numerical systems shows romaji’s value:
- Kanji: 三千五百 (4 characters)
- Hiragana: さんぜんごひゃく (9 characters)
- Romaji: sanzen go hyaku (16 characters including spaces)
Notwithstanding that, romaji excels at helping beginners. It uses more characters than other systems but remains the most approachable format for English speakers [1].
Online converter tools show romaji with kanji and hiragana when converting Arabic numerals to Japanese. This multi-format approach helps learners move from romaji to native Japanese scripts as they improve [1][9].
Romaji proves especially valuable with Japanese numbers beyond 10,000, where the counting system differs by a lot from Western patterns. To name just one example, 100,000 in Japanese appears as “juu man” (literally “10 ten-thousands”) instead of “hyaku sen” (“hundred thousand”) [10].
Step-by-Step: Using a Japanese Number Converter Tool
Japanese number converter tools are a great way to translate between Arabic numerals and Japanese number systems. You don’t need to memorize all the conversion rules. These digital tools save time, especially when you’re just starting to learn Japanese numerical expressions.
Step-by-Step: Using a Japanese Number Converter Tool
Step 1: Enter the number
Look for the input field on your chosen Japanese number converter website. Most converters have a clear text box where you can type your number [2]. The tools accept standard Arabic numerals (like 1, 2, 3) with or without commas [14]. Just type the number you want to convert – to cite an instance, 3,500.
Advanced converters give you more options:
- Numbers with commas (12,345)
- Numbers as English words (“one hundred and eighty”) [15]
- Numbers with decimals and fractions (in the format 123.456) [16]
Each tool handles different ranges of numbers. Simple converters work with numbers up to 99,999 [1]. More sophisticated systems can handle values up to 10^72-1 (the highest number with specific words in Japanese) [16].
Step 2: Click convert
After entering your number, find and click the “Convert” button [2]. The button is usually easy to spot near the input field, labeled as “Convert” [17]. One click sets the converter’s algorithm in motion and applies Japanese numerical rules.
The tool works quickly to:
- Parse the Arabic numeral
- Apply Japanese counting patterns
- Create equivalent representations in multiple formats
- Show results right away [2]
This simple process removes the need to manually convert numbers or remember complex patterns. Japanese numbers become available to beginners right away.
Step 3: Read the result in 3 formats
The conversion shows your number in three different Japanese formats [2]:
1. Kanji format: The number appears in traditional Chinese characters used in Japanese. The number 3,500 shows up as 三千五百 [1]. This shows 3 (三) times 1,000 (千) plus 5 (五) times 100 (百).
2. Hiragana format: The number uses Japanese syllabic characters. The number 3,500 becomes さんぜんごひゃく [1]. Each number component breaks down into syllables.
3. Romaji format: Latin alphabet characters show Japanese pronunciation. The number 3,500 reads as “sanzen go hyaku” [17]. Beginners who haven’t learned Japanese scripts find this format helpful.
Advanced converters come with extra features:
- Audio pronunciation through text-to-speech technology [14]
- Two-way conversion (Arabic to Japanese and Japanese to Arabic) [18]
- Special formats like banknote-style daiji numbers for financial documents [16]
The number “2024” in a converter gives these results [17]:
- Kanji: 二千二十四
- Hiragana: にせん にじゅう よん
- Romaji: ni sen ni juu yon
These tools are a great way to get support while learning Japanese numbers. They provide quick feedback and show multiple formats at once.
Real-Life Use Cases for Japanese Numbers
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Japanese numbers play a vital role in daily life throughout Japan. Learning how numbers work in practical situations helps you direct everything from phone calls to shopping trips. Here are three common ways visitors use numbers in Japan.
How to write Japanese phone number
Japanese phone numbers follow a simple pattern of area code, exchange number, and subscriber number. These add up to ten digits in total, whatever the area code length [19]. People write them like (012)-345-6789, and bigger cities use shorter area codes [19]. To name just one example, see these patterns:
- Osaka: (6) xxxx xxxx
- Kyoto: (75) xxx xxxx
- Nara: (742) xx xxxx [19]
Japanese speakers use special pronunciations for some numbers on the phone:
- 2 becomes “にい” (nii) with a long vowel
- 5 becomes “ごお” (goo) with a long vowel [6]
The digit 0 can become “まる” (maru), meaning “circle,” in casual conversation [6]. Tokyo’s famous 109 (ichi-maru-kyū) department store shows this practice.
Room number in Japanese address
Traditional Japanese buildings often show room numbers in kanji format. Building managers often skip the number 4 because its pronunciation “し” (shi) sounds just like the word for death (死) [6].
Larger numbers in addresses follow Japan’s unique grouping system. Japanese people group numbers by ten thousands (万/man), unlike the Western system’s thousands-based grouping.
Counting money and prices in Japan
Japan’s currency system (円/en) uses basic counting rules with “en” at the end [20]. Here’s how it works:
- 154 yen = hyaku go-juu yon en (one hundred fifty-four yen)
- 3,468 yen = san-zen yon-hyaku roku-juu hachi en (three thousand four hundred sixty-eight yen) [21]
Japanese people count large amounts differently from English speakers. They use units of 10,000 (万/man) instead of thousands [20]. This means:
- 100,000 yen = juu-man en (ten ten-thousands yen)
- 243,000 yen = ni-juu yon man san-zen en (twenty-four ten-thousands three thousand yen) [22]
Some numbers change pronunciation with certain units:
- 3,000 becomes “san-zen” not “san-sen”
- 300 becomes “san-byaku” not “san-hyaku”
- 600 becomes “rop-pyaku” not “roku-hyaku”
- 8,000 becomes “has-sen” not “hachi-sen” [21]
Becoming skilled at using these number applications makes daily life in Japan much easier. You’ll handle phone calls, find addresses, and manage shopping with confidence.
Tips for Learning and Memorizing Japanese Numbers
Learning Japanese numbers needs good memory techniques. You can communicate better in Japan when you know their counting systems well. Let me share some proven ways to help you learn these numbers quickly.
Use flashcards for number in Japanese 1-100
Flashcards work best to memorize Japanese numbers. Anki’s spaced repetition system helps you remember numbers longer [23]. Start by making two separate decks – one for native and another for Sino-Japanese counting systems. Add useful phrases like “三人” (three people) to see how these numbers work in sentences [23]. Your long-term memory will improve when you review these cards daily.
Practice with bingo sheets and quizzes
Number games can make learning more fun and help you remember better [23]. Japanese number bingo sheets improve your listening and recognition skills [24]. You can choose from three grid sizes (3×3, 4×4, or 5×5) based on your level [25]. Random number placement gives you complete practice [24]. These bingo games work great in classrooms and study groups [25].
Listen to native pronunciation
Japanese numbers sound different depending on context, so correct pronunciation matters [23]. Listen to native speakers as much as possible. Say the numbers out loud to get better at pronunciation [23]. You can also try shadowing – copying native speakers as they speak. This helps you sound more natural and get the right rhythm [23].
Conclusion
Japanese numbers and their writing systems create a fascinating world of discovery. Learning to count in Japanese definitely opens new paths to understanding the culture and improving communication skills. Kanji, Hiragana, and Romaji – each number format serves its own purpose in different situations.
Simple Japanese numbers from 1-10 are the foundations of building any larger number through combinations. Japanese counting follows consistent patterns that make larger numbers easier to learn than English. You don’t need new vocabulary for each tens place.
The Japanese system groups numbers in units of 10,000 instead of 1,000. This four-digit grouping might seem odd at first but becomes natural with practice. Different pronunciations for numbers like 4 and 7 help you direct through cultural nuances and avoid confusion.
Japanese numbers have real-life uses that go way beyond textbook knowledge. Number literacy becomes essential when you read phone numbers, find addresses, or handle money in Japan. Online tools are a great way to get help while learning, but natural fluency comes from regular practice.
Flashcards, bingo games, and listening exercises are the quickest ways to learn Japanese numbers step by step. These methods build confidence through repetition and hands-on use.
Japanese numbers might look complex at first, but their logical structure makes them easy to learn once you understand the simple patterns. This knowledge lets you count, convert, and express numbers in Japanese with confidence. Your trip into Japanese language has just started!
Key Takeaways
Master the fundamentals of Japanese numbers to unlock practical communication skills for daily life in Japan, from phone calls to shopping.
• Japanese uses three writing systems for numbers: Kanji (漢字) for formal contexts, Hiragana (ひらがな) for phonetic spelling, and Romaji for beginners learning pronunciation.
• Unlike Western systems that group by thousands, Japanese groups numbers by ten-thousands (万/man), creating a four-digit system that affects how large numbers are expressed.
• Numbers 4, 7, and 9 have alternative pronunciations (yon/shi, nana/shichi, kyuu/ku) with preferred versions to avoid unlucky associations or confusion.
• Online converter tools instantly translate Arabic numerals to all three Japanese formats, making them invaluable learning aids for beginners.
• Practice with flashcards, bingo games, and native audio helps memorize the logical patterns that make Japanese counting easier than English once mastered.
The key to success lies in understanding that Japanese numbers follow consistent, logical patterns rather than requiring memorization of unique words like “twenty” or “fifty” in English. This systematic approach makes larger numbers surprisingly accessible once you master the basic building blocks from 1-10.
FAQs
Q1. How do you count from 1 to 10 in Japanese? In Japanese, the numbers 1 to 10 are: ichi (1), ni (2), san (3), yon/shi (4), go (5), roku (6), nana/shichi (7), hachi (8), kyuu/ku (9), and juu (10). These are the Sino-Japanese readings commonly used for counting and mathematics.
Q2. What’s the best way to write numbers in Japanese? Japanese numbers can be written in three ways: kanji (Chinese characters), hiragana (phonetic script), or Arabic numerals. Kanji is used in formal documents, while Arabic numerals are common in everyday contexts. For example, 123 can be written as 百二十三 (kanji), ひゃくにじゅうさん (hiragana), or simply 123.
Q3. How are Japanese phone numbers formatted? Japanese phone numbers consist of 10 digits, typically formatted as (area code)-local number. For example: (03)-1234-5678 for Tokyo. The area code can vary in length from 2 to 5 digits, but the total number of digits always remains 10.
Q4. Are there any number pronunciations to be cautious about in Japanese? Yes, some numbers have alternative pronunciations. For instance, 4 can be “yon” or “shi”, with “yon” often preferred as “shi” sounds like the word for death. Similarly, 7 can be “nana” or “shichi”, with “nana” commonly used to avoid confusion with 1 (ichi).
Q5. How does the Japanese number system differ from the Western system? The Japanese number system groups by ten thousands (万/man) instead of thousands. For example, 100,000 is expressed as “juu-man” (10 ten-thousands) rather than “hyaku-sen” (hundred thousand). This creates a four-digit grouping system, different from the Western three-digit system.
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