How to Say Handsome in Japanese

A handsome (ikemen) Japanese man in a blue traditional garment stands holding a large red parasol, looking to the side. Trees and buildings are visible in the blurred background.

There are so many pleasant ways to describe a woman’s beauty: pretty, cute, gorgeous, the list goes on! For a more masculine beauty, we can always use neutral terms such as ‘good-looking’ or ‘attractive’, and even ‘cute’ – but ‘handsome’ gives off a certain air of charm and manliness that a guy might like to … Read more

15 Beautiful Words in Japanese That Will Make You Fall in Love With the Language

Kinkakuji, the golden temple in Kyoto, stands by a tranquil pond, surrounded by trees and reflecting in the water under a colorful sunset sky — an image that evokes beautiful words in Japanese like "yuugen" and "komorebi.

There’s something special about the Japanese language. Many Japanese words express feelings or ideas that don’t exist in English. These words are often simple, but carry deep meaning rooted in Japanese culture and everyday life. Other words simply sound beautiful, and are fun to say! Here are 15 beautiful Japanese words that will show you … Read more