界隈

かいわい

neighborhood; neighbourhood; vicinity; community (of people with a shared trait, members, fans, etc.)

common word Also written 界わい

Meaning

nn-suf
neighborhood; neighbourhood; vicinity
nn-suf
community (of people with a shared trait, members, fans, etc.); scene; enthusiasts

Example sentences

その界隈は行事で活気を呈している。

The neighborhood is alive with activities.
この界隈に、すごくいいレストランを一軒知っているんだ。手頃な値段で美味いんだよ。

I know a great restaurant in the area. It's not too pricey and the food is delicious.
ケモナー界隈には他の多くの界隈と同様、独自のスラングがあります。

The furry fandom, like many other fandoms, has its own slang.