Japanese

ぶつりゅう
Meaning: logistics; physical distribution
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

物
流

Example sentences

In modern society, building an efficient logistics system is essential.
かつてのこの町は舟楫の便が良く、物流の拠点として栄えていた。
In the past, this town had excellent water transport and flourished as a logistics hub.
この都市は物流における咽喉右臂の地として知られている。
This city is known as a strategic point in logistics, like a throat or a right arm.

Usage Notes

Refers to the process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient flow and storage of goods from the point of origin to the point of consumption.

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