日本初
also: にっぽんはつ
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
first in Japan; Japan's first
Used to describe something that is the first of its kind to occur or exist in Japan. Often appears in news headlines and formal announcements.
This is the first attempt of its kind in Japan.
Japan's first commercial rocket launch was successful.
Usage patterns
- 日本初の〈物〉Japan's first ~ (of something)
This shop is Japan's first café chain.
- 〈物〉は日本初だ~ is a first for Japan
This robot uses technology that is a first for Japan.
- 日本初上陸first landing/arrival in Japan (of a brand, product, etc.)
The brand finally made its first landing in Japan.
- 日本初公開first public release/screening in Japan
The movie will have its first public screening in Japan next month.