noun
female history buff; young woman passionate about pre-Edo history
A slang term for a young woman who is deeply interested in Japanese history, especially the Sengoku and Edo periods. Often used in otaku culture and media. The term can also imply an interest in historical speech and mannerisms.
彼女は歴女で、週末はいつも城跡を巡っている。
She's a history buff and spends every weekend visiting castle ruins.
歴女向けの戦国武将グッズが人気だ。
Goods featuring Sengoku warlords are popular among female history fans.