JLPT N1
御所
It’s a term for an imperial palace. The one in Kyoto is the most famous.
Readings
1 Noun
Imperial Palace
The palace or official residence of the emperor, a retired emperor, or another person of very high rank, like a shogun.
Example
京都御所 は 、 昔 の 天皇 の 住まい でした 。
The Kyoto Imperial Palace was the residence of past emperors.
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2 Noun (Honorific)
The Emperor / Shogun (as a title)
A respectful and indirect way to refer to the person living in the palace, such as the emperor or shogun. It’s similar to how “the White House” can refer to the U.S. President’s administration.
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