Translation guide
A mythical dragon ruler of the sea in East Asian folklore, often associated with water, weather, and a palace under the ocean.
The divine dragon ruler of the sea in Japanese mythology, equivalent to the Chinese Dragon King.
The standard Japanese term for 'dragon king', used in mythology, folklore, and fantasy contexts.
References to the dragon king in modern media, games, or as a title.
The dragon king (竜王) is a figure from Chinese mythology (Longwang) that was adopted into Japanese folklore. He is often depicted as a giant dragon or a humanoid king living in an underwater palace (竜宮城, Ryūgū-jō) and controlling the tides and sea creatures. In Japanese stories, he appears in tales like Urashima Tarō.
Both are read りゅうおう and mean the same. 竜 is the simplified Japanese form, while 龍 is the traditional form. In modern usage, 竜 is more common, but 龍 may be used for stylistic or traditional effect.
The dragon king lives in a palace at the bottom of the sea.
Alternate kanji for 竜王, using the traditional character 龍. Same meaning and reading, but may appear in older texts or stylistic choices.
The dragon king has the power to bring rain.
A native Japanese sea deity, sometimes equated with the dragon king in syncretic contexts. More archaic and poetic.
The sea god's palace is adorned with coral and pearls.
Used in titles of games, anime, and literature, such as 'Dragon Quest' where 竜王 is a major boss.
The hero set out on a journey to defeat the Dragon King.
Direct loanword from English, used in some fantasy or gaming contexts, but less common than 竜王.
The final boss of that game is the Dragon King.