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ˈʃi kɔˌkushikoku
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Princeton's WordNet
Shikokunoun
the smallest of the four main islands of Japan; to the south of Honshu and to the east of Kyushu; separated from Honshu by the Inland Sea; forested and mountainous
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Shikokunoun
The fourth largest of Japan's islands.
Etymology: From 四国.
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shikoku
Shikoku is the smallest and least populous of the four main islands of Japan, located south of Honshu and east of Kyushu. The island is known for its mountainous terrain and agricultural industry. The name "Shikoku" means "four provinces", referring to the four ancient provinces of Awa, Tosa, Sanuki, and Iyo that the island was split into. Shikoku is also associated with the famous 88-temple Buddhist pilgrimage route.
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Shikoku
Shikoku is the smallest and least populous of the four main islands of Japan, located south of Honshū and east of the island of Kyūshū. Its ancient names include Iyo-no-futana-shima, Iyo-shima, and Futana-shima. The current name refers to the four former provinces which made up the island: Awa, Tosa, Sanuki, and Iyo.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of shikoku in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of shikoku in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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