also: よりしほう
large area; four ri square
Literally a square with sides of 4 ri (approx. 16 km²). Used figuratively for a broad area or region.
See also: 里 (り)
This large area of land was once governed by a single domain.
Historical reference to the original size of Edo's jōkamachi (castle town), which was said to be four ri square.
See also: 城下町
It is said that Edo was a large castle town four ri square.
Standard kanji spelling for this yojijukugo.
Alternate reading; よりよほう is more common.
Compound of 四里 (four ri) and 四方 (four directions, all sides), literally meaning a square of four ri on each side.