“Watchman” in Japanese
Short answer
Watchman in Japanese is “番太” (banta). Full meaning: watchman (implies low rank or burakumin status).
Other ways to say “Watchman” in Japanese
番太郎
bantarou watchman
番人
bannin guard, watchman
見回り
mimawari patrolling, one's rounds, inspection tour; watchman, patrolman
ウォッチマン
uotchiman watchman
監視員
kanshiin observer, watchman, lifeguard
ばんにん
bannin guard, watchman
見張り
mihari watch, guard, lookout, surveillance, watchman, sentinel
見廻
mimawari patrolling, one's rounds, inspection tour; watchman, patrolman
見廻り
mimawari patrolling, one's rounds, inspection tour; watchman, patrolman
見廻はり
mimawari patrolling, one's rounds, inspection tour; watchman, patrolman
見まわり
mimawari patrolling, one's rounds, inspection tour; watchman, patrolman
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