noun
mansion; palace; manor house; castle
Poetic or literary term for a grand residence, often historical or noble.
その貴族は丘の上に大きな館を構えていた。
The nobleman had a large mansion on the hill.
noun
Archaic honorific term for a nobleman or noblewoman, often used as お館様.
See also: お館様
「お館様、ご無事で何よりでございます。」
"My lord, I am relieved to see you safe."
noun
cabin on a boat; large roofed area on a boat; houseboat
Only when written 屋形
Archaic term for a cabin or roofed structure on a boat; also an abbreviation for 屋形船, a historical pleasure boat.
江戸時代、屋形船で花見を楽しむのが流行した。
In the Edo period, enjoying cherry blossoms from a houseboat was popular.
noun
Archaic term for a temporary dwelling or lodging.
旅の途中、彼は仮の館に身を寄せた。
During his journey, he stayed at a temporary residence.
Originally referred to a large building or residence; the reading やかた is of native origin. The kanji 館 carries the meaning of a large building, while 屋形 literally means 'house shape', reflecting its use for boat structures.