This kanji is found in Japanese family names.
Origin of Takaichi
The most widely accepted theory is that it originated from the names of places that existed in the past. Examples include the ancient name of Takaichi District in the northwestern part of Nara Prefecture (Yamato Province) and the ancient village of Takachi (Takachi) that existed in Ibaraki Prefecture (Hitachi Province). It signifies “a market or developed settlement located on high ground where the land has risen.”
Breaking down the kanji:
“高” → High
“市” → Market
Approximately 3,000 people in Japan bear this surname. It is relatively uncommon.
Even Carnegie Hall in New York could seat them all comfortably.
Explanation of this calligraphy
The top row is in hiragana, the middle row in kanji, and the bottom row in katakana, all written horizontally.
