Refers to a geographical area or the area around a particular place. Often used in news or formal contexts.
There are many good ramen shops in this neighborhood.
駅前界隈は再開発が進んでいる。
The area around the station is undergoing redevelopment.
Internet slang for a group of people sharing a common interest, hobby, or fandom. Often used as a suffix, e.g., 〇〇界隈.
See also: クラスター
最近、VTuber界隈が盛り上がっている。
The VTuber community has been thriving lately.
そのゲームの界隈では有名なプレイヤーだ。
He's a well-known player in that game's scene.
There are many stylish cafes in the Shinjuku area.
The topic is spreading within the voice actor fandom.
This game has become a hot topic in the fishing community.