Translation guide
How to refer to a country that shares a border with another country in Japanese.
To refer to a country that is geographically adjacent or nearby.
Standard, neutral term for a neighboring country. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.
To refer to a specific neighboring country in a given context, often with a possessive.
Formal way to say 'our country's neighboring country'. Used in official statements.
我が国の隣国である韓国との協力を強化する。
We will strengthen cooperation with South Korea, our neighboring country.
日本は隣国との関係を大切にしている。
Japan values its relations with neighboring countries.
Refers to neighboring countries collectively, often used in formal or diplomatic contexts.
近隣諸国との貿易が増加している。
Trade with neighboring countries is increasing.
A more colloquial, everyday way to say 'neighboring country'. Literally 'the country next door'.
隣の国へ旅行に行く。
I'm going on a trip to the neighboring country.
Casual way to refer to a specific neighboring country, often used in conversation.
あの隣の国は文化が似ている。
That neighboring country has a similar culture.