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Updated June 2026
A type of beech tree native to Japan.
“The hoju forest turned golden in the autumn.”
"Hoju" uses 4 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter J.
"Hoju" is worth 14 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile J — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
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