noun
city emblem; city symbol
Refers to the official emblem or crest of a Japanese municipality, similar to a coat of arms. Often seen on flags, official documents, and manhole covers.
このマンホールの蓋には市章がデザインされている。
The city emblem is designed on this manhole cover.
市章は市の旗にも使われています。
The city symbol is also used on the city flag.
Compound of 市 (し, 'city') and 章 (しょう, 'emblem' or 'badge').