noun
Japanese spirit; Yamato spirit
A traditional concept referring to the unique spiritual and moral qualities attributed to the Japanese people, often associated with loyalty, courage, and self-sacrifice. Historically used in nationalist contexts.
彼は大和魂を持って国に尽くした。
He served his country with the Japanese spirit.
大和魂という言葉は、戦前
The term 'Yamato spirit' was often used before the war.