This meaning refers to the stage in life when someone stops working, often associated with enjoying a calm and peaceful lifestyle afterward.

This refers to a person who has stopped working, typically due to age or having reached a certain number of years in their career, and may enjoy various activities in their free time.

This meaning describes a traditional concept where the head of a family passes on their leadership role, often to the next generation, which was a common practice in pre-World War II Japan.