also: きたにっぽん
noun
northern Japan
Usually refers to the Tōhoku region and Hokkaido. Used in geographic, economic, and weather contexts.
北日本では冬に雪がたくさん降ります。
In northern Japan, a lot of snow falls in winter.
北日本の経済は農業と漁業に支えられ
The economy of northern Japan is supported by agriculture and fishing.