noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
eastward route; going from west to east
Describes a path, route, or direction that goes eastward, often used in contrast with 西回り (westward route).
船は東回りで太平洋を横断した。
The ship crossed the Pacific via an eastward route.
東回りの航路は距離が長い。
The eastward sea route is longer in distance.
Means westward route; the opposite direction.
Compound of 東 (east) and 回り (going around, route).