The nobleman had a large mansion on the hill.
Archaic honorific term for a nobleman or noblewoman, often used as お館様.
See also: お館様
"My lord, I am relieved to see you safe."
cabin on a boat; large roofed area on a boat; houseboat
Only when written 屋形
Archaic term for a cabin or roofed structure on a boat; also an abbreviation for 屋形船, a historical pleasure boat.
In the Edo period, enjoying cherry blossoms from a houseboat was popular.
Archaic term for a temporary dwelling or lodging.
During his journey, he stayed at a temporary residence.
屋敷 is the everyday word for a large house or residence, while 館 is a more poetic or archaic term for a grand mansion or palace.
邸宅 is a formal, modern word for a large residence, whereas 館 carries an old-fashioned, literary flavor.
Standard kanji for mansion/palace and archaic noble person senses.
Archaic spelling for boat cabin/houseboat senses; also used in 屋形船.
Originally referred to a large building or residence; the reading やかた is of native origin. The kanji 館 carries the meaning of a large building, while 屋形 literally means 'house shape', reflecting its use for boat structures.