Illustration: On the public approach to Himeji Castle, visitors stop together at a clear view of its distinctive white keep and layered roofs. A family poses while their companion crouches to fit the castle behind them; another visitor patiently waits for the same viewing spot.

JLPT N2nounLevel estimated by Bebop

名めい所しょ

meisho

famous place, sight to see

Example sentences

  1. スイスには名所めいしょが多おおい。

    Switzerland boasts many sights.

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  2. 吉野よしのは桜さくらの名所めいしょです。

    Yoshino is a place famous for its cherry blossoms.

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  3. 名所めいしょ見物けんぶつをしている。

    I’m seeing all the sights.

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Kanji in 名所

  • 名name; notedOnメイ・ミョウKunな
  • 所place; extentOnショKunところ・どころ・とこ

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