first-level administrative division of some countries, such as: (1) state of the United States, Australia, India, Nigeria and Germany; (2) province of Canada; (3) canton of Switzerland; etc.

side

near, beside

side

vicinity, near, beside

Chinese noodles: ramen, mostly traditional ramen in Japan

支那蕎麦: Chinese noodles: ramen, mostly traditional ramen in Japan

(Buddhism, rare) word added to the end of a mantra, used as an intention for blessing, good luck, etc., or as an oblation

boiled and chilled soba (buckwheat noodles) served on a bamboo tray (zaru)

trust, faith