arrow and target; target arrow
Refers to the paired concept of an arrow and its target, or an arrow specifically made for shooting at marks. Used in traditional Japanese archery contexts.
The kyudo range is equipped with target arrows.
arrow for shooting marks
Specifically an arrow used for target practice, as opposed to hunting or warfare. Often used in the context of kyudo or traditional archery.
He bought new target arrows and practiced diligently.
Compound of 的 (mato, 'target') and 矢 (ya, 'arrow'). The reading まとや is a straightforward combination of the kun'yomi readings of the two kanji.