Translation guide
Describes something done in a Japanese way, or something that is characteristically Japanese in design, manner, or origin.
To say that something is done in the style or manner typical of Japan.
A common suffix meaning 'Japanese-style'. Attach to nouns to describe something done in a Japanese way.
I ate a Japanese-style breakfast.
This room is decorated in a Japanese style.
Literally 'Japanese style', often used for things like architecture, food, or design. More formal than 日本風.
I want to stay at a Japanese-style inn.
The Japanese-style garden is beautiful, isn't it?
Means 'Japanese-style' or 'Japanese method', often used for systems, techniques, or formal procedures.
I'm learning Japanese-style management methods.
Refers to a Japanese way or school of doing something, often implying a traditional or unique approach.
He has mastered Japanese-style etiquette.
To describe objects, art, or aesthetics that are recognizably Japanese.
The go-to word for Japanese-style design, especially in contrast to Western style (洋風).
I like Japanese-style interiors.
This Japanese-style pattern is traditional.
Adjectival phrase meaning 'typically Japanese' or 'Japanese-like'. Used for intangible qualities or abstract concepts.
His paintings have a Japanese-style beauty.
A prefix meaning 'Japanese' in a traditional or cultural sense. Often used in compound words like 和食 (Japanese food) or 和室 (Japanese-style room).
To refer to food prepared in a Japanese way, as opposed to Western food.
和風 (わふう) is the most common for aesthetics and design. 日本風 (にほんふう) is more general and can be used for manner or style. 日本式 (にほんしき) emphasizes a systematic or methodical Japanese approach.
Do not directly translate 'Japanese style' as ジャパニーズスタイル; it sounds unnatural. Use the expressions above depending on context.
This shop incorporates a Japanese-style taste.
That restaurant serves authentic Japanese-style cuisine.