VocabJLPT N1
Hokuriku region
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. Hokuriku region (of Honshu
  2. 2. incl. Niigata, Toyama, Ishikawa and Fukui prefectures)
This word refers to a geographic region along the northwestern coast of Honshu, Japan's main island, facing the Sea of Japan. It generally encompasses prefectures such as Niigata, Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui, and is known for heavy snowfall and abundant seafood. This regional name often appears in discussions of Japanese geography, travel, and local culture.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The board meeting agenda included "investment decisions for the Hokuriku region."

Sentence 2

How come I'm always the one getting sent on business trips to Hokuriku?!

Sentence 3

The progress report noted that the Hokuriku projects are on track.

Sentence 4

Please note that the Hokuriku proposal will be submitted by end of day.

Sentence 5

My local supermarket is doing a Hokuriku fair — so excited!