noun
Japanese-style mirror
Refers to a traditional Japanese mirror, typically made of bronze with a polished surface, as opposed to Western-style glass mirrors. Often used in historical, artistic, or cultural discussions.
博物館で平安時代の和鏡を見た。
I saw a Heian-period Japanese mirror at the museum.
和鏡は青銅で作られ、裏面に美しい模様が鋳出されている。
Japanese mirrors are made of bronze, with beautiful patterns cast on the back.
Compound of 和 (wa, 'Japanese') + 鏡 (kyō, 'mirror'). The term distinguishes traditional Japanese bronze mirrors from Western-style glass mirrors introduced later.