Poetic or mythological term for Japan as a divine land. Often used in traditional or nationalistic contexts.
Japan has been called the land of the gods since ancient times.
Christian term for the kingdom of God. Used in religious contexts.
In Christianity, Heaven is considered the place of eternal life.
Compound of 神 (kami, 'god') + の (no, possessive particle) + 国 (kuni, 'country'). The exact historical origin of the phrase is uncertain, but it has been used in both Shinto and Christian contexts.