Meaning

Primary

Fukushima

Word Type

proper noun

Explanation

The luck island wasn't actually too lucky. This is Fukushima where the nuclear meltdown happened after the 2011 earthquake. So, when you think of "luck island" this is where you should think.

Reading

ふくしま
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The readings are the readings you learned with the kanji. If one thing is lucky, it's probably that.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 福島にある

    to be in Fukushima

    福島に行く

    to go to Fukushima

    福島にいる

    to be in Fukushima

Context Sentences

このバンドのボーカルは、福島の出身です。

This band's vocalist is from Fukushima.

福島は日本の東北地方にあります。

Fukushima is located in the Tohoku region of Japan.

福島には美しい自然がたくさんあります。

Fukushima has plenty of beautiful nature.

Kanji Composition