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[さい(西)·ごく()]
saigoku
noun

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[さい(西)·こく()]
saikoku

English Meaning(s) for 西国

noun
  1. the western part of Japan (esp. Kyushu, but ranging as far east as Kinki)
  2. western nations (esp. India or Europe)
  3. 33 temples in the Kinki area containing a statue of Avalokitesvara
  4. a pilgrimage of these temples

Definition and Synonyms for 西国

West Country the southwestern part of England (including Cornwall and Devon and Somerset)
Synonyms: 西国

Meanings for each kanji in 西国

» west; Spain
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