「鞄」 (kaban) means "bag." It's a container made of soft material, often with a handle, used for carrying things. This can include handbags, briefcases, or backpacks. Example: 鞄の中に本があります。 (There is a book in the bag.)

「鞄(かばん)」は、物(もの)を入(い)れる袋(ふくろ)のことです。持(も)ち運(はこ)びに使(つか)います。例(れい)：鞄(かばん)を持(も)ちます。