noun
Japanese-style ship; traditional Japanese boat
Refers to wooden sailing vessels built with traditional Japanese shipbuilding techniques, as opposed to Western-style ships (洋船). Often used in historical or cultural contexts.
江戸時代には、和船が物流の中心だった。
During the Edo period, Japanese-style ships were central to logistics.
博物館で復元された和船を見学した。
I saw a restored traditional Japanese boat at the museum.