This is the 4550th most frequent Japanese word.
幌
A cloth or fabric cover, such as for a wagon, car, or canopy.
In this sentence, '幌' (top or canopy) refers to the fabric cover found on convertible vehicles, highlighting its protective function.
旧車の幌は風雨から守る役割があります。
The old car's convertible top serves the role of protecting from wind and rain.
Here, '幌' is used as part of the geographic name '幌の町,' not as the literal meaning but as a part of the name, showing the word's diverse applications.
幌の町は自然が豊かで観光地として知られています。
Horo town is rich in nature and is known as a tourist destination.
In this context, '幌' refers to the upper fabric covering of a horse-drawn wagon, similar to its usage in transportation vehicles.