王座を占める おうざをしめる Meanings Expression, Ichidan verb to occupy the throne; to sit on the royal throne See also: 座を占める (ざをしめる). to be at the top; to hold the premier position; to win a championship See also: 座を占める (ざをしめる). Kanji 王 king. Read as オウ. 座 seat 占 occupy. Read as しめる. Jinuma: Japanese Dictionary · Word lists