Keihins
Keihins are a fictional ethnic and cultural group used in speculative fiction and worldbuilding. The name is drawn from Keihin, a historical term for the Tokyo–Yokohama coastal industrial corridor, with the -ins suffix indicating people. In typical settings, Keihins inhabit a coastal megacity region along Tokyo Bay, spanning neighborhoods that correspond to modern Tokyo and Kanagawa prefectures.
Geography and society: Keihin communities are usually depicted in dense port districts and industrial zones. Social
Culture and economy: Keihins are portrayed as technologically skilled and adaptable, combining traditional maritime crafts with
Language and identity: In fiction, Keihins may speak a distinctive register that blends standard Japanese with
Governance and politics: In many stories, Keihin governance structures include municipal councils, neighborhood associations, or unions
Usage and reception: The term appears primarily in worldbuilding guides, role-playing games, and speculative novels and