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season (of the year)
One of the four divisions of the year (spring, summer, autumn, winter).
季節 refers to the seasons of the year.
The four seasons:
- 春: spring
- 夏: summer
- 秋: autumn/fall
- 冬: winter
Common expressions:
- 季節の変わり目: changing of the seasons
- 季節外れ: out of season
- 四季: the four seasons (more literary)
Note: Japan's distinct four seasons are an important cultural concept, often referenced in literature, art, and daily conversation.