At the A1 level, you can think of '解散する' (kaisan suru) as a special word for 'going home' when you are with a group. Imagine you are with your teacher and classmates on a field trip. When the teacher says 'Kaisan!', it means the lesson is over and everyone can go to their own homes. It is like 'Goodbye, group time is finished.' You don't need to use it in complicated sentences. Just remember it as a word for 'the group is finished for now.' You might hear it at the end of a club activity or a small party. It is a very polite and clear way to say that a gathering is over. Instead of everyone just walking away slowly, one person says 'Kaisan!' and then everyone leaves. This helps keep things organized. In A1, you mostly see the past tense 'kaisan shimashita' (we dispersed) or the polite suggestion 'kaisan shimashou' (let's disperse). It is a useful word to know so you don't stay standing around when everyone else is ready to leave!
At the A2 level, you begin to see '解散する' in more specific social contexts. You might use it when planning with friends. For example, 'Where should we kaisan?' means 'Where should we part ways?' This is very common in Japan because people often travel together to a station and then go to different train lines. 'Ekimae de kaisan shimashou' (Let's part ways in front of the station) is a typical A2-level sentence. You also start to learn that this word is for groups, not just two people. If you are with one friend, you usually use 'kaeru' (go home) or 'wakareru' (part). 'Kaisan' feels a bit more like a 'team' or a 'group' is finishing. You might also notice this word in simple news stories about music groups or small clubs. It is a 'suru-verb,' so it follows the standard pattern: kaisan shimasu, kaisan shinai, kaisan shita. Understanding this word helps you navigate the end of social events in Japan gracefully.
At the B1 level, you should understand the broader organizational meanings of '解散する.' This includes the dissolution of companies, committees, or musical bands. This is the level where you distinguish between 'kaisan' (dissolving/dispersing) and 'owaru' (finishing). You'll recognize that 'kaisan' is the official term used when a band like a J-pop group decides to stop their activities forever. It's also used in business contexts when a temporary project team is no longer needed. You should be comfortable using the noun form '解散' (kaisan) in compound phrases like 'genchi kaisan' (dispersing at the site). At this level, you can also start to understand the transitive use 'kaisan saseru' (to dissolve something), such as a leader dissolving a meeting. You are moving beyond just 'going home' and into the territory of 'ending an entity.' This is a key word for reading entertainment news or basic business announcements in Japanese.
At the B2 level, '解散する' becomes a technical term for political and legal processes. You will frequently encounter it in news reports about the '衆議院の解散' (Shugiin no kaisan - the dissolution of the House of Representatives). This is a major event in Japanese politics that leads to a general election. You should understand the nuances of how the word is used in formal speeches and legal documents. For instance, in a corporate legal context, 'kaisan' refers to the first step of closing a company before 'seisan' (liquidation). You should also be able to use the word metaphorically or in more complex sentence structures, such as 'Gikai o kaisan suru kensho' (the authority to dissolve the assembly). At this level, you should also be aware of the synonyms and antonyms, such as 'kessei' (forming a group) being the opposite of 'kaisan.' You can discuss the reasons why a group might dissolve, using advanced grammar like '~ni tomonatte' (accompanying/along with).
At the C1 level, you have a deep understanding of the sociopolitical and historical implications of '解散する.' You can analyze the 'Kaisan' of the Japanese Diet not just as a vocabulary word, but as a constitutional mechanism. You understand the historical 'Zaibatsu Kaisan' (the dissolution of the large industrial conglomerates) after World War II and how it reshaped the Japanese economy. Your vocabulary includes related legal terms like 'kaisan ketsugi' (resolution for dissolution) and 'tokubetsu kaisan' (special dissolution). You can use the word in academic writing to describe the fragmentation of social movements or the dispersal of crowds in a sociological context. You also grasp the subtle emotional nuances when the word is used in literature to describe the drifting apart of a group of friends over decades. Your usage is precise, distinguishing 'kaisan' from 'shumoku' (end of a program) or 'haishi' (abolition) with ease.
At the C2 level, you command '解散する' with native-like precision across all registers. You can interpret the philosophical nuances of 'dissolution' in classical texts or high-level legal theory. You are familiar with the specific procedures of the '7th Article Dissolution' (Goken Kaisan) vs. the '69th Article Dissolution' in the Japanese Constitution. You can engage in high-level debates about whether a specific 'kaisan' was politically motivated or legally sound. Your mastery allows you to use the word in creative writing to evoke a sense of finality, entropy, or the natural end of a collective soul. You understand the word's etymology deeply and can explain how the kanji '解' and '散' interact to create a sense of 'liberation through dispersal.' You are also sensitive to the word's usage in different Japanese dialects or historical periods, though the standard modern usage remains your primary tool for professional and academic excellence.

解散する 30초 만에

  • Used for groups of people dispersing or organizations permanently ending their activities.
  • Common in music (band breakups), politics (parliament dissolution), and social life (ending a party).
  • It is a Suru-verb (Group 3) and cannot be used for romantic breakups (use 'wakareru' instead).
  • Literally means 'untie and scatter,' highlighting the end of a collective unit.

At its core, 解散する (kaisan suru) is a Japanese verb that signifies the act of a group, organization, or gathering coming to an end or dispersing. While the English translation often yields 'to dissolve' or 'to break up,' the Japanese term carries a specific weight depending on the context. It combines two kanji: 解 (kai), meaning to untie, solve, or dismantle, and 散 (san), meaning to scatter or disperse. Together, they paint a literal picture of 'untying a group so the members scatter.'

Organizational Context
This is perhaps the most common formal use. When a company goes out of business, a committee finishes its task, or a political body like the House of Representatives is dissolved by the Prime Minister, kaisan is the official term used. It implies a formal and total cessation of the group's existence.

衆議院が解散することになった。(It has been decided that the House of Representatives will dissolve.)

Social and Casual Context
In a more everyday setting, you will hear this word at the end of a party, a meeting, or a guided tour. If a group of friends meets at a station and then decides to head home individually, the moment of parting is the kaisan. It is much more organized than simply 'leaving'; it implies the collective activity is officially over.

Furthermore, the music industry in Japan uses this word almost exclusively for when a band or idol group stops performing together. When a famous group like SMAP or Arashi goes on hiatus or stops permanently, the news headlines are filled with the word kaisan. In this sense, it carries a heavy emotional weight for fans, signaling the end of an era. It is not just a physical scattering but a conceptual ending of a shared identity. Understanding this word requires recognizing the Japanese emphasis on the group unit; when the 'unit' no longer exists, it must be 'untied' and 'scattered.'

人気バンドが来年解散すると発表した。(The popular band announced they will break up next year.)

Using 解散する correctly involves understanding its status as a Suru-verb (Group 3). It can function as both an intransitive verb (the group dissolves) and a transitive verb when used as kaisan saseru (to cause the group to dissolve). However, in most standard contexts, the group itself is the subject that performs the action of dissolving.

Grammar Pattern: [Group] + が + 解散する
This is the standard way to say a group is breaking up. For example, 'The club dissolved' would be 'Kurabu ga kaisan shita.' Note that the past tense 'shita' is frequently used because the act of dissolving is often a completed event.

会議が終わって、現地で解散した。(The meeting ended, and we dispersed on the spot.)

When you want to specify the location where the group disperses, you use the particle で (de). A common phrase used by tour guides or group leaders is 'Genchi kaisan' (現地解散), which means 'dispersing at the actual site' rather than traveling back to a starting point together. This is a very practical term in Japanese society where group travel is common.

Formal vs. Informal Usage
While 'kaisan suru' is grammatically neutral, the context often dictates the level of politeness. In a business report, you would use 'kaisan itashimashita' (humble). In a news broadcast, 'kaisan shimashita' (polite). Among friends, 'kaisan shiyou' (let's disperse/head home) is common when everyone is ready to leave a gathering.

今日はこれで解散しましょう。(Let's call it a day and head home now.)

One nuanced use is the 'dissolution of parliament.' In Japan, the Prime Minister has the power to dissolve the lower house. This is always referred to as 'Kaisan.' When this happens, the Speaker of the House stands up and shouts 'Kaisan!' and the members of parliament usually shout 'Banzai!' three times. This specific cultural ritual makes the word very prominent in Japanese political vocabulary.

You will encounter 解散する in several distinct environments in Japan, ranging from high-stakes politics to the end of a fun night out with coworkers. Understanding these contexts will help you grasp the 'vibe' of the word.

The Entertainment Industry
If you follow J-Pop or Japanese rock bands, 'Kaisan' is a word you dread. It is the official term for a band breaking up. Unlike 'hiatus' (katsudo kyushi), 'kaisan' usually means the end of the group's activities forever. You will see this in huge font on entertainment news sites and magazines.

伝説のロックバンドが解散したニュースは、日本中に衝撃を与えた。(The news that the legendary rock band dissolved shocked all of Japan.)

School and Extracurriculars
In Japanese schools, students are often part of 'bukatsu' (clubs). After practice or a match, the captain will gather everyone for a final greeting, and then say 'Kaisan!' to signal that everyone is free to go home. It marks the transition from 'group time' to 'personal time.'

In the legal and business world, kaisan is used when a corporation is being liquidated. This is a technical process involving the 'Kaisan-bi' (Date of Dissolution). If you are reading the Nikkei newspaper or business contracts, you will see this word used in a very dry, legalistic sense. It contrasts sharply with the emotional 'kaisan' of a boy band, yet the underlying meaning—the cessation of a group entity—remains identical.

業績悪化のため、子会社を解散することに決めた。(Due to deteriorating performance, it was decided to dissolve the subsidiary.)

While 解散する is a useful word, learners often overextend its meaning based on English translations. Here are the most frequent pitfalls to avoid.

Mistake 1: Using it for Romantic Breakups
In English, we say 'The couple broke up.' If you say 'Kappuru ga kaisan shita' in Japanese, it sounds like the couple was a formal organization or a comedy duo (manzai-shi). For personal relationships, always use 別れる (wakareru).

❌ 彼と解散した。 (I dissolved with him. - Incorrect)
✅ 彼と別れた。 (I broke up with him. - Correct)

Mistake 2: Confusing with 'End' (Owaru)
You might think you can say 'The movie kaisan-shita' to mean the movie ended. This is wrong. Kaisan refers to the people in the group dispersing, not the event itself finishing. Use 終わる (owaru) or 終了する (shuryo suru) for events.

Another mistake is using it for physical objects that break. If a glass breaks or a machine falls apart, you cannot use kaisan. Kaisan requires a group of sentient beings or a legal entity. For physical objects, use 壊れる (kowareru) or 分解する (bunkai suru) if you are taking it apart.

❌ 時計が解散した。 (The watch dissolved. - Incorrect)
✅ 時計を分解した。 (I took the watch apart. - Correct)

Japanese has many words for 'ending' or 'splitting.' Choosing the right one depends on the nature of the group and the reason for the split.

解散 (Kaisan) vs. 分裂 (Bunretsu)
解散 (Kaisan) means the group ceases to exist and members go their separate ways. 分裂 (Bunretsu) means the group splits into two or more smaller, often competing, groups. If a political party has an internal fight and becomes two parties, that is bunretsu.

意見の相違で、党が分裂してしまった。(Due to a difference of opinion, the party split.)

解散 (Kaisan) vs. 閉鎖 (Heisa)
閉鎖 (Heisa) means 'closure' and is usually used for physical locations like a factory, a school building, or a website. While a company might kaisan (legally dissolve), a specific branch office would heisa (close down).
解散 (Kaisan) vs. 引退 (Intai)
引退 (Intai) means retirement. An individual athlete or singer intai. A band kaisan. If the whole band decides to stop working in the industry entirely, they might 'kaisan' and each member might 'intai' simultaneously.

彼はプロ野球選手を引退した。(He retired as a professional baseball player.)

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

When the Japanese House of Representatives is dissolved, it is tradition for the members to shout 'Banzai!' three times, even though they are effectively losing their jobs at that moment.

발음 가이드

UK kaɪsæn sɯɾɯ
US kaɪsæn sɯɾɯ
The pitch accent is typically 'Heiban' (flat), meaning the pitch stays relatively level after the first syllable.
라임이 맞는 단어
Taisan (dispersal) Shanshan (sound of applause) Kansan (leisurely) Zansan (calculation) Nansan (difficult birth) Yousan (sericulture) Housan (boric acid) Kousan (surrender)
자주 하는 실수
  • Pronouncing 'san' like the English 'sand' (too long).
  • Failing to pronounce the 'u' at the end of 'suru' lightly.
  • Over-stressing the first syllable 'kai'.

난이도

독해 3/5

The kanji are N2 level, but the word is commonly seen in news.

쓰기 4/5

Writing '散' can be tricky for beginners due to the number of strokes.

말하기 2/5

The pronunciation is straightforward.

듣기 2/5

The word is phonetically distinct and easy to recognize.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

する (suru) 集まる (atsumaru) グループ (guruupu) 終わる (owaru) 別れる (wakareru)

다음에 배울 것

結成する (kessei suru) 設立する (setsuritsu suru) 清算する (seisan suru) 分裂する (bunretsu suru) 倒産する (tousan suru)

고급

衆議院 (Shugiin) 総選挙 (Sou-senkyo) 法人 (Houjin) 決議 (Ketsugi) 瓦解 (Gakai)

알아야 할 문법

Suru-verbs (Group 3)

解散する、解散した、解散しない

Causative form (~saseru)

リーダーがチームを解散させた。

Passive form (~sareru)

衆議院が解散された。

Nominalization with 'no'

解散するのはもったいない。

Volitional form (~shiyou)

そろそろ解散しよう。

수준별 예문

1

ここで解散しましょう。

Let's disperse here.

Uses ~mashou to make a polite suggestion.

2

テストのあと、解散しました。

After the test, we dispersed.

Past tense of a suru-verb.

3

5時に解散です。

We will disperse at 5 o'clock.

Noun + desu to indicate a scheduled end.

4

みんな、解散!

Everyone, disperse!

Imperative/Command use of the noun.

5

駅で解散しますか?

Shall we disperse at the station?

Question form with particle 'de' for location.

6

ツアーはここで解散です。

The tour ends/disperses here.

Topic marker 'wa' and noun 'kaisan'.

7

パーティーが終わって解散した。

The party ended and we dispersed.

Te-form of 'owaru' used to connect actions.

8

あさって解散します。

We will disperse the day after tomorrow.

Future/Present tense 'shimasu'.

1

現地で解散することにしました。

We decided to disperse at the site.

~koto ni shimashita (decided to).

2

雨が降ったので、早く解散しました。

Because it rained, we dispersed early.

~node (because) to explain the reason.

3

このチームは来月解散する予定です。

This team is scheduled to dissolve next month.

~yotei desu (scheduled to).

4

どこで解散するのが一番いいですか?

Where is the best place to disperse?

Nominalizing the verb with 'no' + ga ichiban ii.

5

コンサートの後、すぐに解散した。

After the concert, we dispersed immediately.

Adverb 'sugu ni' (immediately).

6

もう解散してもいいですよ。

You may disperse now.

~te mo ii desu (permission).

7

集合場所と解散場所を教えてください。

Please tell me the meeting place and the dispersal place.

Using 'kaisan' as a prefix for 'basho' (place).

8

クラブが解散して悲しいです。

I'm sad that the club dissolved.

Te-form showing cause of emotion.

1

あの人気バンドが解散するという噂がある。

There is a rumor that that popular band will break up.

Noun clause + to iu (that...).

2

不祥事により、委員会は解散を命じられた。

Due to a scandal, the committee was ordered to dissolve.

Passive voice 'meijirareta' (was ordered).

3

プロジェクトが完了したので、チームを解散させた。

Since the project was completed, I dissolved the team.

Causative form 'kaisan saseta'.

4

衆議院が解散され、総選挙が行われることになった。

The House of Representatives was dissolved, and a general election was to be held.

Passive voice 'kaisan sare' (was dissolved).

5

経営難で会社を解散せざるを得なかった。

I had no choice but to dissolve the company due to financial difficulties.

~sezaru o enakatta (had no choice but to).

6

彼らは音楽性の違いで解散を決めた。

They decided to break up due to differences in musical style.

Particle 'de' indicating reason.

7

デモ隊は警察の警告を受けて解散した。

The protesters dispersed after receiving a warning from the police.

~te (after doing) to show sequence.

8

この組織は目的を果たして自然に解散した。

This organization dissolved naturally after fulfilling its purpose.

Adverb 'shizen ni' (naturally).

1

首相は衆議院を解散する意向を固めた。

The Prime Minister has firmed up his intention to dissolve the House of Representatives.

Noun 'ikou' (intention) modified by the verb.

2

株式会社を解散する場合、法的な手続きが必要だ。

When dissolving a joint-stock company, legal procedures are necessary.

~baai (in the case of).

3

その団体は資金不足により解散に追い込まれた。

The organization was forced into dissolution due to a lack of funds.

~ni oikomareta (was forced into).

4

警察は群衆を強制的に解散させた。

The police forcibly dispersed the crowd.

Adverb 'kyouseiteki ni' (forcibly) + causative.

5

解散総選挙の時期を巡って議論が続いている。

Discussions continue over the timing of the dissolution and general election.

~o megutte (concerning/over).

6

長年続いたサークルが会員減少で解散の危機にある。

A long-running club is in danger of dissolving due to a decrease in members.

Noun 'kiki' (crisis/danger).

7

臨時総会で組合の解散が決議された。

The dissolution of the union was resolved at the extraordinary general meeting.

Passive 'ketsugi sareta' (was resolved).

8

バンドの解散公演には数万人のファンが集まった。

Tens of thousands of fans gathered for the band's farewell (dissolution) concert.

Noun 'kaisan' modifying 'kouen' (performance).

1

第二次世界大戦後、財閥解散が実施された。

After World War II, the dissolution of the Zaibatsu was implemented.

Historical term 'Zaibatsu Kaisan'.

2

議会の解散は、内閣の助言と承認に基づき天皇が行う。

The dissolution of the Diet is performed by the Emperor based on the advice and approval of the Cabinet.

~ni motozuki (based on).

3

法人は清算が結了するまでは、解散後も存続するとみなされる。

A legal entity is considered to exist even after dissolution until liquidation is concluded.

~to minasareru (is considered/deemed).

4

宗教法人の解散命令を出すには、厳格な要件を満たす必要がある。

To issue a dissolution order for a religious corporation, strict requirements must be met.

Noun 'youken' (requirements) + verb 'mitasu' (to satisfy).

5

平和的なデモであっても、不法占拠となれば解散を命じられることがある。

Even for peaceful protests, if it becomes an illegal occupation, a dissolution order may be issued.

~de atte mo (even if it is).

6

政党の解散は、所属議員の政治的生命を左右する重大な事態だ。

The dissolution of a political party is a grave situation that influences the political lives of its members.

~o sayuu suru (to influence/decide).

7

彼はその秘密結社を解散に追い込むために、内部から工作した。

He worked from the inside to force the secret society into dissolution.

Noun 'kousaku' (maneuvering/work).

8

伝統的なコミュニティの解散は、地域の文化継承を困難にする。

The dissolution of traditional communities makes the succession of local culture difficult.

Noun 'keishou' (succession/inheritance).

1

憲法第7条による解散の是非については、憲法学者の間でも見解が分かれている。

Opinions among constitutional scholars are divided on the propriety of dissolution under Article 7.

Noun 'zehi' (propriety/pros and cons).

2

企業の解散に伴う残余財産の分配は、商法の規定に従って行われる。

The distribution of residual assets following a company's dissolution is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Commercial Code.

~ni tomonau (accompanying) + ~ni shitagatte (according to).

3

社会学的な観点から、都市化が地縁団体の解散を加速させていると指摘される。

From a sociological perspective, it is pointed out that urbanization is accelerating the dissolution of community-based organizations.

~to shiteki sareru (is pointed out that).

4

その国際的な共同体は、冷戦の終結とともにその歴史的役割を終え、解散した。

That international community ended its historical role and dissolved along with the end of the Cold War.

~to tomo ni (along with).

5

解散命令請求がなされた場合、当該法人は反論の機会を与えられる。

When a request for a dissolution order is made, the corporation in question is given an opportunity to rebut.

Noun 'seikyuu' (request/claim) + 'tougai' (the said/in question).

6

国家の解散という極端なシナリオは、現代の地政学においては稀である。

The extreme scenario of the dissolution of a state is rare in modern geopolitics.

Noun 'scenario' + 'ki' (rare).

7

民法上の組合は、目的の達成不能により解散事由が生じる。

For a partnership under the Civil Code, a ground for dissolution arises due to the impossibility of achieving its purpose.

Noun 'jiyu' (reason/grounds).

8

群衆心理学において、いかにして暴徒を平和的に解散させるかは重要な課題である。

In crowd psychology, how to peacefully disperse a mob is an important issue.

Embedded question 'ikani shite... ka'.

자주 쓰는 조합

現地解散
解散総選挙
電撃解散
自主解散
強制解散
解散命令
解散宣言
解散届
解散式
解散後

자주 쓰는 구문

現地で解散する

— To disperse at the location rather than returning together.

ツアーは浅草で現地解散となります。

解散の危機

— In danger of dissolving/breaking up.

そのバンドは今、解散の危機にある。

一旦解散する

— To disperse temporarily with the intent to meet again later.

お昼休みなので一旦解散しましょう。

自由解散

— Free dispersal; leaving whenever one wants.

パーティーの後は自由解散です。

解散を惜しむ

— To regret or mourn a group's dissolution.

多くのファンがバンドの解散を惜しんだ。

解散を表明する

— To officially announce a dissolution.

首相が衆議院の解散を表明した。

解散を命じる

— To order a group to disperse or dissolve.

警察が不法集会に解散を命じた。

解散を決議する

— To vote for dissolution.

株主総会で会社の解散を決議した。

解散の運びとなる

— To come to the point of dissolving (formal).

残念ながら、本会は解散の運びとなりました。

解散まであと一歩

— One step away from dissolving.

チームは解散まであと一歩のところだった。

자주 혼동되는 단어

解散する vs 別れる (wakareru)

Used for romantic breakups or two people parting. Kaisan is for groups.

解散する vs 終わる (owaru)

Used for events finishing. Kaisan is for people dispersing.

解散する vs 分解する (bunkai suru)

Used for taking physical machines or objects apart.

관용어 및 표현

"霧散する (musan suru)"

— To vanish like mist; to disperse and disappear completely.

期待が霧散してしまった。

Literary
"蜘蛛の子を散らす (kumo no ko o chirasu)"

— To scatter like baby spiders (people running away in all directions).

警官が来ると、若者たちは蜘蛛の子を散らすように逃げた。

Idiomatic
"雲散霧消 (unsan mushou)"

— Vanishing like clouds and mist; disappearing without a trace.

悩み事が雲散霧消した。

Formal/Idiomatic
"離散する (risan suru)"

— To be scattered and separated (often used for families).

戦争で家族が離散した。

Neutral
"散り散りになる (chiri-jiri ni naru)"

— To be scattered in all directions.

卒業後、仲間は散り散りになった。

Neutral
"四散する (shisan suru)"

— To scatter in four directions; to disperse widely.

爆発で破片が四散した。

Formal
"雲の子を散らす (kumo no ko o chirasu)"

— Same as 'kumo no ko o chirasu' - scattering quickly.

観客は蜘蛛の子を散らすように帰っていった。

Idiomatic
"お開きにする (ohiraki ni suru)"

— To bring a party or meeting to a close (polite/euphemistic).

そろそろお開きにしましょう。

Polite
"袂を分かつ (tamoto o wakatsu)"

— To part ways (often used for ending a partnership or friendship).

二人は政治的信念の違いから袂を分かった。

Literary
"瓦解する (gakai suru)"

— To collapse like falling roof tiles; to fall apart.

組織が内部から瓦解した。

Formal

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解散する vs 閉鎖 (heisa)

Both mean stopping something.

Heisa is for physical buildings/sites. Kaisan is for the people/organization.

工場を閉鎖し、会社を解散した。

解散する vs 分裂 (bunretsu)

Both involve a group splitting.

Bunretsu means splitting into smaller groups. Kaisan means the group disappears.

党が分裂して、新しい党ができた。

解散する vs 散会 (sankai)

Both mean dispersing.

Sankai is specifically for the end of a formal meeting.

定刻になったので散会します。

解散する vs 休止 (kyuushi)

Both involve stopping activities.

Kyuushi is a temporary pause. Kaisan is permanent.

バンドは活動を休止したが、解散はしていない。

解散する vs 引退 (intai)

Both involve leaving a profession.

Intai is for individuals. Kaisan is for groups.

彼は引退し、バンドは解散した。

문장 패턴

A1

[Place] で 解散しましょう。

駅で解散しましょう。

A2

[Event] の あとで 解散します。

食事のあとで解散します。

B1

[Reason] で [Group] が 解散した。

お金の問題でバンドが解散した。

B1

[Group] を 解散させる。

プロジェクトチームを解散させる。

B2

[Group] が 解散の危機にある。

その団体は解散の危機にある。

B2

[Group] を 解散する意向だ。

首相は衆議院を解散する意向だ。

C1

[Group] に 解散命令が出された。

宗教法人に解散命令が出された。

C2

[Law] に基づき 解散する。

憲法第7条に基づき解散する。

어휘 가족

명사

解散 (Kaisan - Dissolution)
解散権 (Kaisanken - Right of dissolution)
解散理由 (Kaisan riyuu - Reason for dissolution)

동사

解散させる (Kaisan saseru - To cause to dissolve)
解散し合う (Kaisan shiau - To disperse mutually)

관련

集合 (Shuugou - Gathering)
結成 (Kessei - Formation)
分裂 (Bunretsu - Split)
終了 (Shuryou - End)
清算 (Seisan - Liquidation)

사용법

frequency

Common in news, business, and group social activities.

자주 하는 실수
  • Using '解散' for a romantic breakup. 別れる (wakareru)

    解散 is for organizations or large groups, not intimate pairs.

  • Using '解散' for a movie or class finishing. 終わる (owaru)

    解散 refers to the people leaving, not the event's time ending.

  • Saying '時計を解散した' for taking a watch apart. 分解した (bunkai shita)

    Kaisan is for people/entities. Bunkai is for physical disassembly.

  • Confusing '解散' with '解説' (explanation). 解散 (kaisan)

    They share the first kanji but have completely different meanings.

  • Using '解散' for a single person going home. 帰る (kaeru)

    Kaisan requires a group of people to disperse.

Use for bands

If you are talking about a music group stopping forever, '解散' is the only correct word.

Suru-verb status

Remember it's a Group 3 verb. Past: shita, Negative: shinai, Polite: shimasu.

Diet Dissolution

When you see '解散' in political news, it almost always means an election is coming.

Group leader role

Usually, the highest-ranking person or the organizer is the one who says 'Kaisan!'

Compound words

Learn 'Genchi kaisan' as a set phrase; it's extremely common in travel and social planning.

Not for objects

Don't use it for broken clocks or toys. Use 'kowareru' or 'bunkai suru'.

Not for couples

Avoid using it for personal relationship breakups.

Temporary vs Permanent

Context tells you if it's just 'going home' or 'ending forever'.

Kanji components

The 'kai' (解) means to untie. Think of untying the group's bonds.

News keywords

If you hear 'kaisan' on TV, look for words like 'senkyo' (election) or 'bando' (band).

암기하기

기억법

Imagine a group of people tied together by a 'KAI' (kite) string. Someone cuts the string, and they all 'SAN' (sun) themselves in different directions.

시각적 연상

A picture of a rock band's drum set being taken apart (解) and the pieces being scattered (散) across a stage.

Word Web

Band Meeting Parliament Company Disperse End Go home Scatter

챌린지

Try to use 'Kaisan shiyou!' the next time you finish a group study session or a dinner with friends.

어원

From Middle Chinese. '解' (Middle Chinese /kɛɨX/) meaning 'to untie' or 'to explain' and '散' (Middle Chinese /sɑnX/) meaning 'to scatter' or 'to disperse'. It entered Japanese via Buddhist and legal texts.

원래 의미: To untie a bundle so that the contents scatter; to dismantle a group.

Sino-Japanese (Kango)

문화적 맥락

Be careful when using 'Kaisan' regarding companies, as it implies job losses and financial failure. In a social setting, ensure it doesn't sound too bossy unless you are the leader.

English speakers often say 'break up' for both bands and couples. In Japanese, 'Kaisan' is strictly for groups/organizations, never for romantic pairs.

SMAP Kaisan (2016) - One of the biggest news events in Japanese pop culture history. The 'Baka-yaro Kaisan' (1953) - A famous political dissolution after the PM called an opponent an idiot. Zaibatsu Kaisan - The post-WWII dismantling of Japan's monopolies.

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실제 사용 상황

After a group dinner or party.

  • 今日はここで解散しましょう。
  • 現地解散でお願いします。
  • 二次会に行く人以外は解散です。
  • お疲れ様でした、解散!

Reading about music news.

  • バンドが解散を発表した。
  • 解散の理由は音楽性の違いだそうだ。
  • ラストライブで解散する。
  • 解散後もソロで活動する。

Political news broadcasts.

  • 衆議院が解散されました。
  • 解散総選挙が行われます。
  • 首相が解散権を行使した。
  • 電撃的な解散となった。

At school or clubs.

  • 練習が終わったら解散です。
  • 校門の前で解散します。
  • 先生が解散の合図を出した。
  • 今日は自由解散です。

Business or Legal situations.

  • 会社を解散する手続きを進める。
  • 組合の解散が決議された。
  • 不祥事で団体が解散に追い込まれた。
  • 解散届を提出した。

대화 시작하기

"あの有名なバンドが解散するって本当ですか? (Is it true that famous band is breaking up?)"

"今日の飲み会は、どこで解散にしますか? (Where shall we disperse after today's drinking party?)"

"衆議院の解散について、どう思いますか? (What do you think about the dissolution of the House of Representatives?)"

"遠足のときは、いつも現地解散でしたか? (On field trips, was it always dispersal on-site?)"

"サークルが解散してしまったら、寂しいですよね。 (It would be lonely if the club dissolved, wouldn't it?)"

일기 주제

もし自分が好きなバンドが解散したら、どう感じますか? (How would you feel if your favorite band dissolved?)

今まで参加したグループで、解散して一番悲しかったものは何ですか? (Of the groups you've been in, which dissolution was the saddest?)

「現地解散」のメリットとデメリットについて書いてください。 (Write about the pros and cons of 'dispersal on-site'.)

日本の政治における「解散」の仕組みについて調べたことをまとめましょう。 (Summarize what you've researched about the 'dissolution' system in Japanese politics.)

グループが解散する時、最後に何を言いたいですか? (When a group dissolves, what do you want to say at the end?)

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No. Using '解散' for a couple sounds like they were a business or a comedy duo. Use '別れる' (wakareru) instead.

It means the group disperses at the destination. For example, if a tour goes to a park, and the guide says 'Genchi kaisan,' you go home directly from the park instead of returning to the bus station.

Not always. For a party or a meeting, it just means the gathering is over for the day. But for a band or a company, it usually implies a permanent end.

It's a historical tradition. Even though they lose their positions, it signifies a fresh start for the country and their determination for the next election.

Depending on context, '結成' (kessei - forming a band/team) or '集合' (shuugou - gathering) are common opposites.

Yes, if the students are dispersing after a specific activity or the school day. 'Kaisan!' is a common command used by teachers.

It is a neutral, standard word. Adding '~shimasu' makes it polite. The noun form alone can sound like a command.

Yes, police '解散させる' (disperse) a crowd or a riot. This is a common news context.

A 'lightning dissolution.' It refers to a sudden, unexpected breakup of a band or a surprise dissolution of parliament by the Prime Minister.

'散会' is more formal and limited to meetings. '解散' is broader and used for bands, organizations, and general dispersal.

셀프 테스트 200 질문

writing

Write a sentence saying 'The band will break up next year.'

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Write a sentence saying 'Let's disperse at the station.'

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Write a sentence saying 'We decided to disperse on-site.'

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Translate: 'The Prime Minister dissolved the House of Representatives.'

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Write a sentence using the causative form: 'I made the team disperse.'

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Write a sentence about a company dissolving due to debt.

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Translate: 'After the party, we dispersed immediately.'

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Write a formal announcement: 'This meeting is now adjourned (dispersed).'

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Write a sentence about a rumor: 'There is a rumor the group is breaking up.'

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Translate: 'A dissolution order was issued.'

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Write a sentence about a club: 'The soccer club dissolved.'

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Translate: 'Where should we part ways?'

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Write a sentence about a group splitting: 'The party split due to opinions.'

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Translate: 'The tour disperses at 3 PM.'

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Write a sentence about a sad breakup of a band.

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Translate: 'The police dispersed the crowd.'

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Write a sentence about a temporary dispersal: 'Let's disperse for now.'

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Translate: 'He announced his intention to dissolve.'

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Write a sentence about a historical dissolution.

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writing

Translate: 'Everyone, disperse!'

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speaking

Say: 'Let's disperse here.'

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speaking

Say: 'The band broke up.'

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speaking

Say: 'We will disperse on-site.'

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speaking

Say: 'Where shall we disperse?'

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speaking

Say: 'The meeting will end at 6.'

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speaking

Say: 'I'm sad the club dissolved.'

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speaking

Say: 'Let's disperse for now.'

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speaking

Say: 'The Prime Minister dissolved the Diet.'

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speaking

Say: 'The police dispersed the crowd.'

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speaking

Say: 'It's free dispersal today.'

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speaking

Say: 'The company dissolved.'

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speaking

Say: 'A sudden dissolution was announced.'

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speaking

Say: 'We are in danger of dissolving.'

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speaking

Say: 'The ceremony ended and we dispersed.'

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speaking

Say: 'Please disperse quickly.'

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speaking

Say: 'The dissolution was decided.'

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speaking

Say: 'Is the band really breaking up?'

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speaking

Say: 'It was decided to dissolve the committee.'

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speaking

Say: 'Let's meet and then disperse.'

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speaking

Say: 'Everyone, disperse!'

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listening

Listen and identify the word: '解散' (Kaisan).

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listening

Listen to the sentence: '駅で解散します。' Where will they disperse?

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listening

Listen: 'バンドが解散した。' What happened?

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listening

Listen: '現地解散です。' What kind of dispersal is it?

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listening

Listen: '衆議院が解散されました。' What was dissolved?

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listening

Listen: '一旦解散しましょう。' Is this permanent?

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listening

Listen: '解散命令が出た。' What was issued?

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listening

Listen: '電撃解散に驚いた。' Was it expected?

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listening

Listen: '自由解散です。' Can they leave when they want?

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listening

Listen: '解散公演のチケット。' What is the ticket for?

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listening

Listen: '会社の解散が決議された。' Was it voted on?

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listening

Listen: '練習のあと解散した。' When did they disperse?

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listening

Listen: '解散後の活動。' What are they talking about?

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listening

Listen: '警察が解散させた。' Who caused the dispersal?

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listening

Listen: '5時に解散しましょう。' What time?

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