court ladies' residence (Heian Palace)
Historical term for one of the five residences (五舎) in the inner Heian Palace where court ladies lived. Used in contexts about Heian-period court life.
See also: 五舎
Higyōsha is one of the five residences in the inner palace of Heian-kyō.
The name 飛香舎 (Higyōsha) is a historical building name from the Heian period. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, but it is conventionally associated with the kanji meaning 'flying fragrance pavilion'.