～町
～ちょう
chou
JLPT N4VocabularyLevel 24 - JLPT N4
Quick answer
～町 (～ちょう (chou)) means "the town of ~". It is read ～ちょう (chou). This page covers its usage with example sentences.
Meaning
the town of ~
Also : ~ district · ~ neighborhood
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Meaning ·
The word ～町 (～ちょう) means 'the town of ~'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of the town of ~.
Example Sentences
この町は昔から有名な観光地です。
このちょうはむかしからゆうめいなかんこうちです。
This town has long been a famous tourist spot.
渋谷町に引っ越したばかりです。
しぶやちょうにひっこしたばかりです。
I just moved to Shibuya-cho.
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Last updated May 19, 2026
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