This is the 10214th most frequent Japanese word.
防人
"防人" refers to ancient soldiers stationed to defend Japan's borders, particularly in Kyushu during the Nara and Heian periods.
防人 (sakimori) is used here to refer to ancient soldiers tasked with guarding the border.
古代には、防人が国境を守っていました。
In ancient times, sakimori defended the borders.
防人 (sakimori) is used here to denote the role of a border guard and their responsibilities.
防人としての責務を果たすのは容易ではありませんでした。
Fulfilling the duty as sakimori was not easy.
防人 (sakimori) is mentioned in the context of cultural and literary reflections on their experiences.