Translation guide
The primary or central structure in a complex, such as a school, temple, or company headquarters.
Referring to the main structure among several buildings, like a school's main building, a temple's main hall, or a company's headquarters building.
The most common and general term for 'main building' in a complex, such as a school, hospital, or company. It contrasts with annexes (別館) or other wings.
図書館は本館の隣にあります。
The library is next to the main building.
本館は改修工事中です。
The main building is under renovation.
Specifically the main hall of a Buddhist temple, where the principal image is enshrined. Not used for secular buildings.
The main enclosure or central bailey of a Japanese castle, often containing the main keep. Used in historical contexts.
The main house or central building in a traditional Japanese residential compound, as opposed to detached annexes (離れ). Also used for the main part of a house excluding extensions.
Literally 'central wing/block', used in architectural or institutional contexts to refer to the main building of a complex, often in modern facilities like hospitals or universities.
病院の中央棟に受付があります。
The reception is in the main building of the hospital.
その寺の本堂は国宝に指定されています。
The temple's main hall is designated as a national treasure.
姫路城の本丸は広大です。
The main enclosure of Himeji Castle is vast.
We connected the main house and the annex with a corridor.