県けん民みん性せい

noun

prefectural character traits; regional personality

Refers to stereotypical or perceived personality traits, customs, or behavioral tendencies associated with people from a particular Japanese prefecture. Often used in discussions comparing regions.

• 大おお阪さかの県けん民みん性せいは、おおらかで商しょう売ばい上手じょうずと言いわれる。

  The prefectural character of Osaka is said to be easygoing and business-savvy.

• 県けん民みん性せいをテーマにしたテレビ番ばん組ぐみが人にん気きだ。

  TV programs themed on regional personality traits are popular.