noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
coming to Japan; visit to Japan
Dated term for a foreign dignitary or notable person visiting Japan. Modern usage is mostly replaced by 来日.
See also: 来日
Many foreign envoys came to Japan in the 19th century.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
coming to the imperial court
Historical term for an envoy or emissary visiting the imperial court. Not used in modern contexts.
遣唐使が帰国後、朝廷に来朝した。
After returning to Japan, the envoy to the Tang dynasty came to the imperial court.