Translation guide
Expresses the idea of 'in/at/to various places' or 'here and there'. The most common and versatile option is いろいろな場所 (iroiro na basho). For a more literary or formal feel, 諸所 (shosho) can be used. あちこち (achikochi) emphasizes scattered locations or movement between places.
The speaker wants to say that something exists, happens, or is done in multiple unspecified locations.
The most common and neutral way to say 'various places'. Suitable for both spoken and written Japanese.
He traveled to various places.
This flower can be seen in various places.
A slightly formal or literary term for 'various places'. Often used in written language or formal speech.
Means 'here and there' or 'all over'. Emphasizes scattered locations or movement between places. Often used with verbs of motion or existence.
Problems are occurring in various places.
公園にはあちこちにベンチがある。
There are benches here and there in the park.
He walked around various places.