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first year

Noun

Definitions

1. first year (of an imperial era)
2. year something (important) first happened or began

This noun refers to the first year of a new imperial era or a significant new period. In Japan, it is used formally to mark the beginning of a new era name, such as the first year of the Reiwa era.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The executive said, "The reforms in the first year of Reiwa were a turning point."

Sentence 2

I wonder — what was my first-year-of-Heisei self so afraid of?

Sentence 3

My friend insisted, "Games from the first year of Heisei are still masterpieces."

Sentence 4

Breaking news: the government plans to revise policies established in the first year of Reiwa.

Sentence 5

Historians do note that the first year of Taisho was indeed a turning point.