Definitions

1. noun

A Japanese coin, especially a copper or bronze cash, used as currency in the Edo period (1603–1868); a Japanese coin used as a counter or in a game.

“The samurai kept his kanamono in a small pouch at his belt.”

2. noun

A metal counter or tally stick, used to count or record something.

“The shopkeeper used a kanamono to keep track of the number of items sold.”