文化勲章
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Meanings
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Order of Culture (Japan); Order of Cultural Merit (South Korea)
Refers to the Japanese Order of Culture (文化勲章) or the South Korean Order of Cultural Merit (문화훈장). Context usually clarifies which country's award is meant.
He was awarded the Order of Culture in recognition of his many years of research.
South Korea's Order of Cultural Merit is given to those who have contributed to the development of culture and the arts.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が文化勲章を受章するfor someone to receive the Order of Culture
The author received the Order of Culture last year.
- 〈人〉に文化勲章を授与するto award someone the Order of Culture
The government awarded the scientist the Order of Culture.