Tokyo Japanese meaning
推し (oshi)
A favourite person, character, performer, team, or thing that someone actively supports.
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Meaning
Oshi refers to the person or subject someone especially backs, recommends, or feels devoted to, particularly in fan culture.
Pronunciation and grammar
/o.ɕi/ · noun
Informal but now widely understood across entertainment, fandom, retail, and everyday conversation.
How it is used
It appears in expressions such as 推し活 for activities related to supporting and celebrating one’s favourite.
Examples
Japanese: 私の推しはこのメンバー。
English: This member is my favourite.
Japanese: 週末は推し活をしてきた。
English: I spent the weekend doing activities related to my favourite performer.
Important context
It means more than simply liking something; it often implies active support or fan attachment.