No. 3,386 in Japanese
横丁
"横丁" (Yokochō): A narrow alleyway or side street, often lined with small shops, bars, or restaurants.
In a sentence
この街には古い横丁がたくさん残っています。
This town has many old alleys remaining.
In this sentence, '横丁' (yokochō) refers to old, narrow, and historical alleyways, often with shops or traditional settings.
あの横丁にはおいしい料理を出す店が並んでいます。
In that alley, there are rows of shops serving delicious food.
Here, '横丁' signifies a specific area known for having food stalls or restaurants lined up, a common cultural scenery in Japan.
小さな横丁を曲がると、隠れ家的なカフェが見えてきた。
Turning into a small alley, I found a hidden café.
In this context, '横丁' emphasizes the quaint and charming nature of a small alley leading to a discovery, enhancing the narrative atmosphere.
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