noun
national customs; folkways
Refers to the customs, manners, and traditions characteristic of a nation or its people. Often used in formal or written contexts.
その国では、古くからの民風が今も大切にされている。
In that country, old national customs are still cherished today.
旅行先でその土地の民風に触れるのは楽しい。
It is enjoyable to experience the local folkways when traveling.
Compound of 民 (people, nation) and 風 (customs, style). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term has been used to denote the customs and manners of a people.