expression, noun
beautiful eyes; bright-eyed; charming eyes
Set phrase praising the beauty or charm of someone's eyes, especially the area around the eyes. Often used in a romantic or admiring context.
彼女は目元千両と言われるほど美しい目をしている。
She has such beautiful eyes that people say they are worth a thousand ryō.
その俳優の目元千両の魅力に多くのファンが惹かれる。
Many fans are drawn to the actor's charming, bright-eyed appeal.
Literally 'eyes worth a thousand ryō', where 千両 (a thousand ryō, an old gold coin) signifies great value. The phrase metaphorically praises the beauty of one's eyes.