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JLPT N1

旧制

This term refers to Japan’s old systems from before World War II, especially its former education system.

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Noun, No-adjective

The Old (Pre-WWII) System

Refers to a system or order that was in place in Japan before the major reforms following World War II. It is most commonly used to talk about the pre-war education system.

Example

祖父 は 旧制 の 大学 を 卒業 しました 。

My grandfather graduated from a university under the old system.

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This term refers to Japan's old systems from before World War II, especially its former education system.
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