Guides to Japanese names

GuideHow Japanese names workFamily name first, no middle names, and kanji that can be read many ways: a clear introduction to Japanese names.GuideJapanese honorifics: san, kun, chan, sama and moreWhat -san, -kun, -chan, -sama, -sensei and -senpai mean, when to use each one, and when leaving one off is rude.GuideThe rules for naming a baby in JapanWhich kanji are allowed, how readings must now be registered, and what happened when parents tried to name a child Akuma (devil).For writersHow to name a Japanese characterPick a Japanese name for a story or game character that fits their age, era and personality, and avoid the mistakes that make names look fake.