Translation guide
An ordinance is a law or regulation made by a local government. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed as 条例 (jōrei). Depending on context, other terms like 法令 (hōrei) or 布令 (furei) may apply, but 条例 is the standard equivalent for municipal or prefectural ordinances.
A law or regulation enacted by a local government (city, prefecture, etc.)
The standard term for a local ordinance. Used for laws passed by prefectural or municipal assemblies.
A new ordinance was enacted in this city.
A broader term for laws and ordinances. Can refer to national laws as well, but in context may be used for ordinances.
An older or more formal term for an ordinance or proclamation, often used historically.
騒音防止条例に違反した。
They violated the noise control ordinance.
関連する法令を確認してください。
Please check the relevant ordinances and laws.
The shogunate issued a new ordinance.