JMdict: 2192570
西国 【さいごく】
- [n] western part of Japan (esp. Kyushu, but ranging as far east as Kinki)
- [n] western nations (esp. India or Europe)
- [n] thirty-three temples in the Kinki area containing statues of Kannon (Avalokitesvara)
- [n] pilgrimage to the thirty-three temples sacred to Kannon
Kanji in this word:
Kanji | Meanings | On Readings | Kun Readings |
---|---|---|---|
西 | West, Spain | セイ, サイ, ス | にし |
国 | Country | コク | くに |