交番
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Base noun form. Refers to a small local police station. Use with location particles like 『に』 (ni) or 『で』 (de), e.g., 『交番に行く』 (kōban ni iku, 'to go to the police box').
Theme
User, a tourist in Kyoto, asks for directions from a police officer, Officer Tanaka, at a local police box.
交番
こうばん
police box
Locations & NavigationBuildings & Facilities
Memory Hook
Think of a 'cross box' (交番 kōban combines 交 'cross' and 番 'turn / Box') where police officers take turns patrolling — it's a police box! 'Cross box' → 交番 (kōban, 'police box').
Cultural Note
『交番』 (kōban, 'police box') is a small neighborhood police station common in Japan, often found at intersections. Officers provide directions, help with lost items, and ensure local safety, making them a friendly and accessible part of community life.
Forms
Base: 交番Base noun form. Refers to a small local police station. Use with location particles like 『に』 (ni) or 『で』 (de), e.g., 『交番に行く』 (kōban ni iku, 'to go to the police box').