- A more common term, meaning “older sister.” It is a respectful title often given to the wife or a significant female figure connected to a yakuza leader.
- Ane-san conveys reverence and implies the woman holds informal influence, often managing domestic and interpersonal clan matters.
- Akiko Hanabira, as the daughter of an oyabun, is addressed as “Ane-san” by loyal subordinates & younger members.
Type
Civic, Honorific
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