The kanji 司 primarily conveys the meaning of "to manage," "to control," "to govern," or "to preside over." It implies having authority or responsibility over something, whether it be a person, an organization, or a task. It can also suggest someone who is in charge or a person who holds a position of leadership.

・On-yomi (音読み): シ (shi) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): つかさど (tsukasado)

⚫︎司会（しかい） Translation: MC; Chairperson; to preside over a meeting. ⚫︎上司（じょうし） Translation: Superior; Boss; Supervisor ⚫︎司法（しほう） Translation: Justice; Judicature; the administration of justice.

The kanji 司 is a pictograph. It is believed to depict a hand holding a tool or a scepter, symbolizing authority or control. The original form of the character seems to show a hand reaching out to grasp something, representing the act of taking charge or managing. Over time, the form has evolved to what we see today. The character’s visual design directly reflects its meaning of holding power or control.