島国
also: とうごく
Meanings
1
island country; island nation
Refers to a country consisting entirely of islands. Often used as a metaphor for Japan, highlighting its geographic isolation or maritime character.
Japan is an island country in East Asia.
Being an island nation greatly influences the country's culture.
Usage patterns
- 〈国〉は四方を海に囲まれた島国だa country surrounded by sea on all sides, described as an island nation
Japan is an island nation surrounded by sea on all sides.
- 島国特有の〈事〉something peculiar or characteristic to island nations
That is said to be a culture peculiar to island nations.