also: せいざん
western mountains; mountains to the west
Refers to mountains located in the west, either generally or in a specific geographical context. The reading せいざん is rare and mostly literary.
The western mountains in this area are gentle and perfect for hiking.
The view of the sun setting behind the western mountains is beautiful.
Nishiyama (western area of Kyoto)
Only with reading にしやま
Proper noun referring to the western part of Kyoto, often associated with temples and scenic spots. Only read as にしやま.
There are many old temples in Nishiyama, Kyoto.
Standard kanji spelling for both the general 'western mountains' and the Kyoto place name.
Sino-Japanese reading, less common in modern Japanese; mainly used in formal or literary contexts.
Compound of 西 (nishi, 'west') and 山 (yama, 'mountain'). The on'yomi reading せいざん follows standard Sino-Japanese sound patterns.