Translation guide
This English phrase can refer to a physical opposite side, an opposing viewpoint, the afterlife, or a hidden aspect. Japanese uses different words depending on the intended meaning.
Referring to the other side of a road, river, room, object, etc.
General term for the other side or opposite side of something.
I can see a house on the other side of the river.
Emphasizes the opposite side, often used for roads, tables, etc.
There is a post office on the other side of the street.
Specifically the back side or reverse side of something.
We cannot see the other side of the moon.
Referring to the other side in a debate, argument, negotiation, or conflict.
Referring to the world after death, heaven, or the spirit world.
Common term for the afterlife or the next world.
He passed away to the other side.
The next life, often used in Buddhist or reincarnation contexts.
Buddhist term for the other shore, i.e., enlightenment or paradise.
Referring to a concealed side of a person, situation, or thing.
Directly translating 'the other side' as 「他の側」 (ほかのがわ) is unnatural in most contexts. Use the specific Japanese terms above depending on the intended meaning.
反対派の主張を理解しよう。
Let's try to understand the other side's argument.
Let's meet again on the other side.
To cross over to the other side (reach nirvana).