noun, used as a prefix, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Japanese style; Japanese model; Japanese way
Used as a prefix or with の to describe systems, methods, or patterns characteristic of Japan, often in contrast with Western or other national models.
日本型の経営システムは、終身雇用や年功序列が特徴だ。
The Japanese-style management system is characterized by lifetime employment and seniority-based promotion.
この地域では、日本型の教育方法が取り入れられている。
In this region, Japanese-style educational methods have been adopted.
Also means 'Japanese style', but 日本式 often implies a specific method or system, while 日本型 emphasizes a broader model or pattern.
Compound of 日本 (Japan) and 型 (type, model, pattern).