noun
famous poem; excellent poem
Refers to a well-known or outstanding poem, typically a waka or tanka. Often used in literary or classical contexts.
百人一首には多くの名歌が収められている。
The Hyakunin Isshu contains many famous poems.
彼は古今和歌集から名歌を選んで解説した。
He selected and explained excellent poems from the Kokin Wakashū.