"Shishiku" is a rare surname found in Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture. "Shishiku" is a Buddhist term referring to the manly voice of the Buddha when he preaches, and is considered a symbol of powerful, resonant words.
Therefore, it is believed that this surname originated from a monk.
If you look up the word "shishikou" in a dictionary, you will find that it also means "eloquent speech" or "passionate speech."
Additionally, there is a place called "Shishiku Kogen" in Kanazawa City, and a connection to this place name is also possible.
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"Shishiku" is a family name that is pronounced "Shishiku." Because it is used as a Buddhist term, it is thought to have originated from a monk or a place name in Kanazawa City, and is a very rare family name that is rarely seen nationwide.
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