also: まきば
noun
livestock farm; ranch; station
Refers to a farm where livestock such as cattle, horses, or sheep are raised. Can be used for large-scale operations like ranches or stations.
北海道には広大な牧場がたくさんある。
There are many vast livestock farms in Hokkaido.
彼は牧場
He raises cattle on the ranch.
noun
Focuses on the land itself where animals graze, rather than the farm as a business. Often used in scenic or natural descriptions.
牛が牧場でのんびり草を食べている。
Cows are leisurely eating grass in the pasture.
このあたりは昔、牧場だった。
This area used to be grazing land long ago.