noun
red earth; vermilion
Refers to red-colored earth or pigment, historically containing cinnabar or minium. Often used in traditional contexts, such as in art, architecture, or place names.
この神社の鳥居は丹で塗られている。
The torii gate of this shrine is painted with vermilion.
丹の産地として知られる地域がある。
There are regions known for producing red earth.