instruction (in martial arts, performance, etc.); teaching; coaching
先生に将棋の指南を仰いだ。
I sought instruction in shogi from the teacher.
武芸の指南役として藩に仕えていた。
He served the domain as a martial arts instructor.
指南書を読んで基本的な作法を学んだ。
I read the instruction manual and learned the basic etiquette.