Translation guide
The highest court in a country's judicial system. In Japanese, the term depends on the country. For Japan's own Supreme Court, use 最高裁判所. For foreign supreme courts, 最高裁判所 is also common, but 最高裁 is a shorter alternative. In some contexts, 最高法廷 may appear.
Japan's Supreme Court
U.S. Supreme Court
Referring to the highest court of Japan
The official name of Japan's Supreme Court. Use this in formal and official contexts.
The Supreme Court is located in Tokyo.
Abbreviation of 最高裁判所. Common in news and informal writing.
The Supreme Court handed down a ruling.
Referring to the highest court of a country other than Japan
Used for foreign supreme courts as well, often with the country name. E.g., アメリカ最高裁判所 (U.S. Supreme Court).
The U.S. Supreme Court consists of nine justices.
Literally 'supreme court', but less common. May be used for some foreign courts or in historical contexts.
When referring to a specific country's supreme court, add the country name before 最高裁判所. For example, カナダ最高裁判所 (Supreme Court of Canada).
Abbreviated form also used for foreign courts in less formal contexts.
The Indian Supreme Court issued an important decision.
The UK Supreme Court was established in 2009.