近所
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Noun referring to the area near one's home or a local community. Used in phrases like 『近所の人』 (kinjo no hito, 'neighbor') or 『近所の店』 (kinjo no mise, 'local shop').
Theme
Two neighbors, Ken and User, chat while walking their dogs in the local park, discussing community events and safety in their area.
近所
きんじょ
neighborhood
Locations & NavigationDirections & Places
Memory Hook
Imagine your 'neighbor' is so close you can see them 'near' your house. 'Kinjo' sounds like 'kin' (close) + 'jo' (place) — a close place, your neighborhood!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『近所』 (kinjo, 'neighborhood') communities often have strong bonds, with neighbors exchanging greetings like 『こんにちは』 (konnichiwa, 'hello') and sharing local events or festivals.
Forms
Base: 近所Noun referring to the area near one's home or a local community. Used in phrases like 『近所の人』 (kinjo no hito, 'neighbor') or 『近所の店』 (kinjo no mise, 'local shop').