noun
Refers to a historical Japanese community, especially those established in Southeast Asia during the 16th–17th centuries. Not used for modern ethnic enclaves like San Francisco's Japantown.
アユタヤの日本人町は、17世紀に栄えた。
The Japantown in Ayutthaya flourished in the 17th century.
Compound of 日本人 (Japanese person) + 町 (town).