noun
Arctic region; the Arctic; north polar region
Refers to the geographical area around the North Pole. Often used in scientific, environmental, or geopolitical contexts.
See also: 北極
北極地方の氷が急速に溶けている。
The ice in the Arctic region is melting rapidly.
彼は北極地方の探検について講演した。
He gave a lecture on exploration of the Arctic region.
Compound of 北極 (North Pole) + 地方 (region, area).