also: ないまく
noun
inside story; lowdown; inner workings
Refers to the hidden facts, real circumstances, or confidential details behind a public event or organization. Often used in journalism and business contexts.
記者は事件の内幕を探っている。
The reporter is investigating the inside story of the incident.
会社
A former employee who knows the inner workings of the company testified.
noun
inner curtain (historical military)
Only with reading うちまく
Historical term for the inner curtain used in a military encampment. Contrasts with 外幕 (outer curtain). Only used with the reading うちまく.
See also: 外幕
戦国時代の陣営では、内幕と外幕で区画を分けていた。
In Sengoku-period encampments, the inner and outer curtains divided the sections.