“Confidant” in Japanese
Short answer
Confidant in Japanese is “懐刀” (futokorogatana). Full meaning: dagger, stiletto; confidant, right-hand man.
Other ways to say “Confidant” in Japanese
腹心の友
fukushinnotomo close friend, trusted friend, confidant, confidante
相談相手
soudan'aite adviser, someone to consult with, someone to turn to about one's concerns, confidant
懐ろ刀
futokorogatana dagger, stiletto; confidant, right-hand man
ふところ刀
futokorogatana dagger, stiletto; confidant, right-hand man
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