常磐

This is the 8227th most frequent Japanese word.


常磐

"常磐" (ときわ, Tokiwa) refers to something everlasting or evergreen, symbolizing permanence or continuity.


In this sentence, '常磐' is part of a proper noun referring to the 'Joban Line', which is a railway line in Japan.

常磐線に乗って東京まで行きます。

I will take the Joban Line to go to Tokyo.


Here, '常磐' is used as a poetic description meaning 'evergreen' or 'perpetually unchanging', often associated with nature.

常磐の松は一年中緑を保つ。

The evergreen pine trees retain their green color throughout the year.


In this context, '常磐地区' indicates a specific location or district named after 'Tokiwadai', demonstrating regional naming usage.

常磐地区は古い歴史を持つ地域です。

The Tokiwadai area is a region with a long history.