山手

This is the 4523rd most frequent Japanese word.

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山手

"山手" means "hillside" or "upland."


In this sentence, "山手" refers to a specific railway line in Tokyo known as the Yamanote Line.

山手線は東京を囲む環状線です。

The Yamanote Line is a circular railway that surrounds Tokyo.


Here, "山手" signifies a region or area, specifically the Yamate District, associated with hills or elevated land.

横浜には山手地区という高台にある住宅地があります。

In Yokohama, there is a residential area called the Yamate District located on a hill.


In this usage, "山手" describes a general elevated or hilly area where the park is situated.

私たちは山手にある公園でピクニックをしました。

We had a picnic in a park located in the elevated area.