沿線
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
along the line; areas along a railway/bus route/road
Refers to the area, facilities, or things located along a transportation route, especially railways. Often used in compounds like 沿線住民 (residents along the line) or 沿線開発 (development along the line).
New apartment buildings are increasing along this railway line.
The cherry blossoms along the line are in full bloom and can be enjoyed from the train window.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉沿線に住むto live in an area along a (train) line
He lives in an area along the train line.
- 〈物〉が沿線にあるsomething is located along the (train) line
Beautiful scenery stretches out along this railway line.
- 沿線で〈事〉が開催される(an event) is held along the line
A festival is held in the area along the line.