Japanese word

特産

Pronunciation

Romajitokusan

Meaning

  • nounlocal specialty

Example

この地域の特産は米です。ko no chi iki no toku san wa kome de su

Rice is this region's local specialty.

Illustration for 特産 (local specialty)

More examples

旅行先では、その土地の特産を味わってみます。ryo kō saki de wa so no to chi no toku san o aji wa tte mi ma su

When I travel, I try the local specialty of the place I visit.

Core concept

Refers to something produced in a particular area in a way that represents the area's distinct character.

Common phrases

  • 地域の特産chi iki no toku san

    regional specialty

  • 特産を味わうtoku san o aji wa u

    taste a local specialty

  • 特産として知られるtoku san to shi te shi ra re ru

    be known as a local specialty

Similar words

名産品meisanhin: A product made in a particular area and valued for its recognized quality or distinctive character.
特産物tokusanbutsu: A product or craft produced in a particular area as part of its regional character.

Definition in Japanese

特定の地域で盛んに生産され、その土地を代表する品物。toku tei no chi iki de saka n ni sei san sa re so no to chi o dai hyō su ru shina mono

Word origin

特産 (tokusan) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 特 (toku, "special") and 産 (san, "production" or "product"), linking special production with a regional product.

Usage tips

  • A local specialty can reflect a region's climate, materials, or production methods and can include both food and traditional crafts.

Other meanings

  • regional productnoun

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