This is the 10233rd most frequent Japanese word.
隔世
"隔世" (Kakusei) means "a different world" or "a distant age," implying a feeling of separation from another era or realm.
In this sentence, "隔世" connotes a perception that the advances in technology create a sense of time separation, highlighting the dramatic changes.
隔世を感じるほど技術が進化した。
Technology has evolved to the point it feels like from another era.
"隔世" here is used to express that the ambiance of the place feels antiquated or uniquely separated from modern times, invoking nostalgia or historical connection.
この場所の雰囲気は隔世の趣がある。
The atmosphere of this place has a charm that feels from another age.
Here, "隔世" is used metaphorically to describe a situation that feels distant or incomparable, as if from another era or universe.