noun
capital avenue; main thoroughfare of the capital
Historical term referring to a grand avenue in the capital, especially in the context of Heian-kyō (Kyoto). Often used in classical literature or historical descriptions.
平安京の都大路は、朱雀大路を中心に整備されていた。
The capital avenues of Heian-kyō were laid out centered on Suzaku Avenue.
物語には、都大路を馬車が行き交う様子が描かれている。
The tale depicts horse-drawn carriages coming and going along the capital's main thoroughfare.