原産地
Meanings
1
place of origin; natural habitat
Used for the native region of a plant, animal, or other natural species. Often appears in biological, agricultural, or ecological contexts.
The place of origin of this plant is South America.
The natural habitat of pandas is the mountainous regions of China.
2
place of origin; country of origin
Used for manufactured goods, products, or items, indicating where they were originally produced. Common in trade, customs, and labeling contexts.
The place of origin of this wine is France.
Imported goods are required to have a country-of-origin label.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の原産地は〈場所〉だthe place of origin of X is Y
The place of origin of this coffee is Ethiopia.
- 原産地を表示するto label/display the country of origin
There is a requirement to label the country of origin on this food product.
- 原産地不明of unknown origin
This fruit is of unknown origin.