Note
A 交番 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.
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
交番 の 前 で 友達 を 待って います。kouban no mae de tomodati wo matte imasu.
I am waiting for my friend in front of the police box.
交番 で 道 を 聞きました。kouban de miti wo kikimasita.
I asked for directions at the police box.
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