Christianity (in feudal Japan); Christian (in feudal Japan)
Historical term for Christianity and Christians in Japan, especially during the 16th–19th centuries when the religion was banned. Often used in historical contexts.
from Portuguese cristão
江戸時代、キリシタンは厳しく弾圧された。
During the Edo period, Christians were severely persecuted.
Hidden Christians outwardly lived as Buddhists while secretly keeping their faith.
The Edo shogunate banned Christianity.
The shogunate strictly cracked down on Christians.
He secretly became a Christian.
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Rare ateji variant.