ちか近chikaくku
1.
A place that is close in distance or proximity, often referring to the local area or community surrounding a given location.
2.
An indication of a time frame or duration that is not far off from the present, suggesting that an event will happen soon or shortly.
3.
A qualitative measure that conveys an approximate quantity or degree, often used in conjunction with numerical expressions to suggest nearing a specific amount.
Example:
彼女は風呂付きの部屋を探していたのだが、この近くで見つけた。