noun
General term for a person with outstanding skill in a field, art, or craft. Often used with respect.
彼は将棋の名人だ。
He is a master of shogi.
あの職人はまさに名人と呼ぶにふさわしい。
That craftsman truly deserves to be called a master.
noun
Meijin (shogi/go title)
Professional title in shogi and go, awarded to the top player. Often used in the context of the Meijin tournament (名人戦).
See also: 名人戦 (めいじんせん) · 名人戦 (めいじんせん)
彼は名人戦で防衛に成功した。
He successfully defended his title in the Meijin match.
noun
Meijin (karuta title)
Highest title for male players in competitive karuta. The female equivalent is Queen (クイーン).
競技かるたの名人戦は毎年開催される。
The Meijin match for competitive karuta is held every year.