1.
local character, nature of a place, regional characteristics
The distinctive qualities, atmosphere, or customs of a particular area or locale. Encompasses the climate, culture, customs, and general feel of a place. The suffix 柄 here means "nature" or "character."
この辺りは土地柄、外国人が多い。
Given the nature of this area, there are many foreigners.
土地柄もあって、海産物が豊富だ。
Due in part to the nature of the area, seafood is abundant.
下町の土地柄なのか、近所の人たちは気さくで親しみやすい。
Perhaps because of the character of this old downtown area, the neighbors are friendly and approachable.
USAGE:
土地柄 often appears as an explanation for why something is the case in a particular area. Common patterns include 土地柄もあって (partly because of the local character) and この土地柄では (in a place like this). The suffix 柄 denotes inherent character or nature, as in 人柄 (personality).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 土地柄もあって: partly because of the area
- 土地柄を反映する: to reflect the local character
- 土地柄か: perhaps because of the area