KANJIDIC2

KANJIDIC2 is a supplementary data file for the KANJIDIC database, which is a comprehensive resource for Japanese kanji characters. KANJIDIC itself provides a vast amount of information for each kanji, including its readings (on'yomi and kun'yomi), definitions, stroke counts, and radicals. KANJIDIC2 was created to extend this coverage, particularly for less common or specialized kanji that may not have been included in the original KANJIDIC releases.

The primary purpose of KANJIDIC2 is to increase the completeness of the KANJIDIC database. This allows for more accurate and thorough processing of Japanese text, especially in applications that require handling a wide range of kanji, such as natural language processing, machine translation, and educational software. The inclusion of kanji in KANJIDIC2 often comes with the same types of information found in the main KANJIDIC file, ensuring a consistent and usable dataset.

Development and maintenance of KANJIDIC and its supplementary files like KANJIDIC2 are typically community-driven efforts, relying on contributions from linguists, programmers, and enthusiasts of the Japanese language. This collaborative approach helps to ensure the data remains up-to-date and as accurate as possible, reflecting the evolving nature of the Japanese writing system and the addition of new characters or usages.