noun
North Manchuria
Historical term for the northern part of Manchuria, used primarily in pre-1945 contexts.
北満はかつて日本の勢力圏の一部だった。
North Manchuria was once part of Japan's sphere of influence.
Refers to the entire Manchuria region, while 北満 specifically denotes the northern part.
Compound of 北 (north) and 満, an abbreviation of 満州 (Manchuria).