Japanese

かんこうち
Meaning: tourist spot; sightseeing area
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

観
光
地

Example sentences

Kyoto is one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan.
伏見稲荷大社は京都で人気の観光地です。
Fushimi Inari Taisha is a popular tourist spot in Kyoto.
ヨーロッパのアルプス山脈は、世界的に有名な観光地です。
The Alps in Europe are a world-famous tourist destination.
ギザのスフィンクスはエジプトで最も有名な観光地の一つだ。
The Sphinx in Giza is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Egypt.
観光地を一日中回って、すっかり歩き疲れた。
After touring the sightseeing spots all day, I'm completely tired from walking.
栃木県には日光東照宮などの有名な観光地がたくさんあります。
There are many famous tourist spots in Tochigi Prefecture, such as Nikko Toshogu.
その島は風光明媚な観光地として世界的に知られている。
That island is known worldwide as a scenic tourist destination.
観光地の中心には、たくさんのみやげ物屋が並んでいる。
In the center of the tourist spot, many souvenir shops are lined up.

Usage Notes

Refers to a place that attracts many tourists due to its scenery, history, or facilities.

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