epistolary style; letter-writing style; epistolary phrase
Refers to the style, wording, or set phrases used in traditional Japanese letter writing. Often encountered in educational contexts or when discussing formal correspondence.
I learned how to write in epistolary style.
This letter includes seasonal greetings typical of epistolary style.
Compound of 手紙 (tegami, 'letter') and 文 (bun, 'writing' or 'style').