noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
inner part of a house; private quarters
Refers to the interior, private area of a traditional Japanese house, away from the entrance and public rooms. Often used in historical or architectural contexts.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
family matters; household affairs; personal business
Used for private, internal family concerns, often contrasted with public or official matters. Can carry a slightly old-fashioned or formal tone.
The inner part of this mansion was a space used only by the family.
The rooms in the private quarters are quiet and calming.
It's a family matter, so please don't talk about it much outside.
He is well-informed about household affairs.
Compound of 奥 (oku, 'inner part') and 向き (muki, 'direction, orientation'). Literally 'facing the interior', it came to denote the private quarters of a house and, by extension, private family matters.