imperial inspection; viewing by the emperor
Formal term used when the emperor inspects or views something, such as a military parade, exhibition, or performance. Often appears in historical or ceremonial contexts.
A tenran match is a martial arts match viewed by His Majesty the Emperor.
The art exhibition was presented for imperial inspection.
sumo performed in the presence of the Emperor
game attended by the Emperor
Compound of 天 (ten, 'emperor' or 'heaven') and 覧 (ran, 'to see' or 'to inspect'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word is conventionally associated with formal imperial viewing.