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Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
western capital; Kyoto
Refers to Kyoto as the western capital in contrast to Tokyo (the eastern capital). Used in historical or geographical contexts.
Saikyō is sometimes used as another name for Kyoto.
Saikyō miso is a sweet white miso originating from Kyoto.