noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
temporary closure; suspension of operations
Used for theaters, entertainment venues, and similar facilities when they are temporarily closed, not permanently shut down.
改装のため、来月から一ヶ月間休場します。
The theater will be closed for a month from next month for renovations.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
absence; sitting out
Refers to a performer, athlete, or participant not appearing in a scheduled event, match, or performance.
エースの休場がチームに大きな影響を与えた。
The ace's absence had a big impact on the team.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
absence from a sumo bout or tournament
Sumo-specific term for a wrestler missing a bout or an entire tournament, often due to injury.
横綱が怪我で休場を発表した。
The yokozuna announced he would sit out the tournament due to injury.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
stock exchange holiday; market closure
Used in financial contexts when a stock exchange is closed for a holiday or other non-trading day.
祝日のため、東京証券取引所は休場です。
The Tokyo Stock Exchange is closed for the national holiday.