極楽
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Base noun form. Refers to a heavenly or blissful place, often in religious contexts like Buddhism. Use as a standalone noun, e.g., 『極楽に行く』 (gokuraku ni iku, 'go to paradise').
Theme
Two friends, Kenji and User, are hiking in the mountains and discussing the beautiful scenery around them.
極楽
ごくらく
paradise
Culture & SocietyReligion & Festivals
Memory Hook
Imagine a place of ultimate bliss where you feel 'goku' (極楽 gokuraku sounds like 'go cool rock') — it's a cool rock paradise! 'Go cool rock' → 極楽 (gokuraku, 'paradise').
Cultural Note
In Japanese Buddhism, 『極楽』 (gokuraku, 'paradise') refers to the Pure Land, a realm of perfect peace and enlightenment. It's often depicted in art and literature as an ideal afterlife destination.
Forms
Base: 極楽Base noun form. Refers to a heavenly or blissful place, often in religious contexts like Buddhism. Use as a standalone noun, e.g., 『極楽に行く』 (gokuraku ni iku, 'go to paradise').