まちぶぎょう
Noun
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(Edo-period) town magistrate
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時代劇では、町奉行が悪を裁く姿がよく描かれる。
In historical dramas, the town magistrate is often depicted punishing evil.
町奉行所は、庶民の訴えを聞く場所でもあった。
The town magistrate's office was also a place where common people's complaints were heard.
町奉行は、江戸の行政、司法、警察の三権を兼ね備えていた。
The town magistrate held administrative, judicial, and police powers in Edo.
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