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“woods” in Japanese

林はやし
Illustration of "woods" in a Japanese cultural setting
A narrow path winds through a small, sun-dappled woods just outside a quiet village. Tall, slender trees create a cool, …

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林 refers to a small woods or grove, often made of similar trees and smaller than a large forest (森). It's a peaceful, common word for a natural area you might find near a town or village.

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