English–Japanese
“downtown neighborhood” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajishitamachi
Example
この下町は昔の雰囲気が残っています。ko no shita machi wa mukashi no fun i ki ga noko tte i ma su
This downtown neighborhood retains its old atmosphere.
How to say “downtown neighborhood” in Japanese
“Downtown neighborhood” in Japanese is 下町 (shitamachi).
It refers to a lower urban neighborhood where long-established shops, workshops, and close local ties give the area a traditional character.
Example sentences with 下町
祖父は下町で長く暮らしていました。so fu wa shita machi de naga ku ku ra shi te i ma shi ta
My grandfather lived in a downtown neighborhood for many years.
Tips for using 下町
- The word 下町 (shitamachi) often describes a neighborhood atmosphere as well as a location, especially when old shops, crafts, and familiar local streets are emphasized.