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JLPT N1

要衝

Key strategic point or vital transportation hub

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Noun

Strategic Point / Key Hub

A specific location that serves as a vital choke point or hub for transportation, logistics, or military strategy.

Example

この 海峡 は 海上 交通 の 要衝 だ 。

This strait is a strategic point for maritime traffic.

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要衝
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Key strategic point or vital transportation hub
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