宮中
Meanings
1
Refers to the Japanese imperial court as an institution or physical location; used in formal, historical, and news contexts.
The New Year's imperial court ceremony was held.
A solemn atmosphere pervaded the imperial court.
Usage patterns
- 宮中で〈事〉が行われるan event is held at the imperial court
A New Year's celebration was held at the imperial court.
- 宮中に仕えるto serve at the imperial court
When she was young, she served at the imperial court.