右方
う
ほ
う
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to the right side or direction; often used in formal or written contexts. Can also function adjectivally with の.
Please take a seat on the right-hand side.
2
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
style of Japanese court music; uhō (gagaku mode)
In gagaku (Japanese court music), 右方 refers to music of Korean or Manchurian origin, often contrasted with 左方 (sahō, music of Chinese origin).
In gagaku, the dances of the right side are said to originate from the Korean Peninsula.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉の右方に〈物〉が見えるto be visible to the right of a place
A small bell tower can be seen to the right of the main hall.
- 右方に曲がるto turn to the right
The road curves to the right partway along.