Meaning

Primary

Kumamoto Prefecture

Word Type

proper noun

Explanation

Bear origin prefecture is Kumamoto Prefecture. Probably best to learn this meaning via the reading. Also, you should look up Kumamon of Kumamoto-ken.

Reading

くまもとけん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The reading is 's reading, the alternate "origin" reading, and the reading for .

Context

Context Sentences

夜行バスは、熊本県で発生した事故のため一時不通になった。

The night bus service was temporarily suspended because of an accident in Kumamoto prefecture.

Kanji Composition