noun
former feudal domain; former fief
Historical term referring to a domain (藩) from the Edo period after its abolition or restructuring, often used in contexts discussing the Meiji Restoration or local history.
See also: 藩
旧藩主の子孫が今もこの地に住んでいる。
Descendants of the former feudal lord still live in this area.
この町には旧藩時代の武家屋敷が残っている。
Samurai residences from the former domain period remain in this town.