also: せいざん
noun
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.
この地域の西山はなだらかで、ハイキングに最適です。
The western mountains in this area are gentle and perfect for hiking.
西山に日が沈む景色は美しい。
The view of the sun setting behind the western mountains is beautiful.
noun
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.
京都の西山には多くの古寺があります。
There are many old temples in Nishiyama, Kyoto.
Compound of 西 (nishi, 'west') and 山 (yama, 'mountain'). The on'yomi reading せいざん follows standard Sino-Japanese sound patterns.