classical style; pseudo-classical writing
Refers to writing that imitates classical Japanese literary style, often used in modern contexts to evoke an old-fashioned or elegant tone.
His work is written in a classical style.
Learn the techniques of pseudo-classical writing.
Compound of 擬 (gi, 'imitation') + 古文 (kobun, 'classical writing'). The reading ぎこぶん follows standard on'yomi patterns.