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Honshu

Honshu

1 2.7
The largest of Japan's main islands with the most people, between the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean
  • proper noun
  • /hɒnˈʃuː/
: Honshu
  • On the TV weather maps, heavy clouds cover the Japanese archipelago from Okinawa all the way up to northern Honshu.
  • the western part of Honshu

Examples

  • A significantly higher incidence of childhood obesity is found in the Tohoku region, in the northern part of Honshu Island.

    Academic text (2012)

  • The vessel carried soldiers of the United States First Cavalry Division transferring from Hokkaido to new posts on Honshu.

    Fiction book (1990)

  • I was responsible for local engagements and performance schedules at several military posts near Sendai in northern Honshu.

    Fiction book (1990)

  • Following her husband's death, Mrs. Nakaya moved to Yamaguchi Prefecture on the western tip of Honshu Island to live with her husband's family.

    Academic text (1990)

  • The Toya Maru ferried the train across Tsugaru Strait between Honshu and Hokkaido.

    Fiction book (1990)

  • The city of Tokyo is located on the island of Honshu, which is known for its historical significance.

  • Many tourists visit Honshu to explore its vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes.

  • The majority of Japan's population lives on Honshu, making it the most populous island in the country.

Synonyms

Hondo
vsHonshu
  • Literature
1 8.2

The largest main island of Japan now called Honshu

is the modern name used for that main island

Surface Forms

Honshu main

Etymology

The word Honshu comes from the Japanese name Honshū, made of hon ('main') and shū ('province' or 'state'), so it literally means the 'main island' of Japan. That's why Honshu is the name for Japan's largest and most populated island, the country's mainland where Tokyo and Kyoto are located.