Yukinoshita

Yukinoshita is a Japanese surname and, less commonly, a place-name element. It is written with the kanji 雪 (snow), the particle ノ or の (no), and 下 (under, below), and is read as Yukinoshita. The literal meaning is “under the snow.”

In popular culture, the best-known bearer of the name is the fictional character Yukino Yukinoshita from the manga and anime series Kaguya-sama: Love Is War. Created by Aka Akasaka, the character is a high-achieving student at Shuchiin Academy, known for her intellect, reserved demeanor, and strong sense of justice. The series has been widely serialized since 2015 and has been adapted into multiple anime seasons, live events, and related media, contributing to the name’s recognition in contemporary media.

Real-world usage of Yukinoshita is relatively uncommon in Japan, where many surnames are regionally concentrated. Like other Japanese surnames, it may also be found among Japanese communities abroad, reflecting diaspora migration and cultural exchange.

Variants and reading notes: while Yukinoshita is the standard reading for 雪ノ下, some families may encounter alternative spellings or readings in non-standard contexts. The name’s literal components—snow and beneath—are commonly cited in explanations of its meaning.