かんちょう官庁kanchou
1.

An institution established by law that handles national administrative affairs and exercises authoritative decision-making power on behalf of the state, often categorized by its functions and jurisdiction, such as judicial or administrative roles as well as central or local government offices.

2.

A public organization responsible for managing governmental affairs, typically characterized by formal responsibilities and structured operations within the broader framework of the state’s bureaucracy.

3.

A place where public administrative functions are conducted, often referred to as an office, that serves as a hub for civil service and governmental activities.

4.

A historical term referring to the offices that were overseen by high-ranking officials, specifically in the context of a historical governance system like that of the daijo daijin in Japan.

Example:

どの官庁もお役所主義にはまり込まないで、仕事のスピードアップをはかるという点において問題があるようだ。

かんちょうがい官庁街kanchougai
1.

A designated area where various government offices and institutions are located, often serving as the administrative center of a city or region.

2.

A collection of public buildings housing governmental functions and agencies, typically characterized by their formal architecture and significant civic role.

3.

A neighborhood primarily occupied by federal or local government offices, facilitating the execution of public administration and services.

4.

An urban zone known for its concentration of bureaucratic and policy-making entities, where official activities and civic management take place.