Learn Japanese: kouban

A 交こう番ばん is a small neighborhood police station commonly found in Japan where police officers provide various services, such as giving directions, handling lost and found items, and responding to local incidents.

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Breakdown of kouban

mingle

交

Better put a lid on your father if you want to mingle with your friends.

turn

番

Turn the topped rice in the rice paddy for the perfect harvest.

Usages of kouban

交こう番ばん　の　前まえ　で　友　を　って　います。