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Louisiana is renowned as the birthplace of jazz, with Creole cuisine and Mardi Gras adding to its unique identity. Sometimes written in Kanji as 路易士安那, the state represents an exotic image for Japanese people. This article covers everything from the origins of its Kanji representation to the cultural impressions held in Japan.

In Chinese, Alabama is transcribed as 阿拉巴馬, reflecting how sound often outweighs meaning in the translation of foreign names. For Japanese audiences, Alabama represents a mixture of history, music, and sports traditions, alongside its deep ties to nature. By examining both the name’s origin and the impressions held in Japan, we can better understand Alabama’s multifaceted identity.

The use of “加蓬” as the kanji representation of Gabon is not widely known in Japan, where the katakana form “Gabon” dominates. Yet, this kanji form reveals more than just a linguistic adaptation—it connects Gabon to historical documentation, international relations, and cultural recognition. Beyond the name, Japanese people often associate Gabon with lush rainforests, exotic wildlife, and star athletes like Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

Montreal is known as a city where arts and nature harmonize, and in Japan it is often admired as a "European-style city in North America." Alongside this modern image, the historical kanji form "門土里留" adds an intriguing cultural layer.