近所

This is the 925th most frequent Japanese word.


近所

Neighborhood.


Used to describe something existing in the surrounding area of one's home, indicating proximity and residential association.

近所の公園で散歩をしました。

I took a walk in the neighborhood park.


Refers to the inhabitants or people living near one's home.

近所の人々と仲良くしましょう。

Let's get along with the neighbors.


Denotes activities or developments happening in the vicinity, often related to communal or local places.

最近、近所で新しいカフェがオープンしました。

Recently, a new café opened in the neighborhood.