noun
- plural of jinrikisha; small two-wheeled passenger vehicles drawn by one or more people, traditionally used in Japan and other Asian countries.
Usage: Also spelled 'rickshaws' in English; the term 'jinrikisha' comes from Japanese and literally means 'human-powered vehicle'.; Historical and cultural context: common in East and Southeast Asia from the 19th century onward.
Examples
- The tourists rode in jinrikishas through the narrow streets of the old town.
- In historical photographs, jinrikishas were a common sight in Tokyo and other major cities.
- The museum displayed models of traditional jinrikishas used during the Meiji period.
- Some heritage sites still operate jinrikishas as attractions for visitors.
- The pullers of jinrikishas required great strength and endurance.