JLPT N1 Advanced
鎖国
National isolation policy; the state of being closed off or insular.
Readings
Other forms
鎖国する to isolate a country
鎖国状態 state of isolation
1 Noun, Suru verb
National Isolation (Historical)
A national policy of closing borders to restrict foreign trade, diplomatic relations, and travel.
Example
江戸時代 、 日本 は 鎖国 を し て い まし た 。
During the Edo period, Japan was in a state of national isolation.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Being Closed Off / Insular (Metaphorical)
A metaphorical state of being closed off, exclusive, or refusing to accept external influences.
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