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Definition of wakayama

wakayama

/ˌwɑːkəˈjɑːmə/
Wa · ka · ya · ma
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wakayama Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A prefecture in Japan located on the southwestern Kii Peninsula in the Kansai region, famous for its mountainous landscapes, citrus fruit production, and the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes.

Example

"During our autumn trip to Japan, we hiked the sacred mountain trails of Wakayama."

2

The capital city of Wakayama Prefecture, located in the Kansai region of Japan at the mouth of the Kinokawa River, renowned for the historic Wakayama Castle.

• Rhymes for wakayama

• Nearby Words

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waiver
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wake
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese Wakayama (和歌山). The name was designated in the late 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, combining 'waka' (from the scenic coastal area of Wakanoura) and 'yama' (meaning 'mountain').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wakayama. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wakayama
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