Translation guide
The English word 'bespoke' refers to something custom-made, tailored, or made to order, often for clothing, software, or services. In Japanese, there is no single direct equivalent; instead, different expressions are used depending on the context.
bespoke suit
bespoke software
Describing clothing, suits, shoes, or other physical items that are made to a customer's specifications.
A loanword from English 'order-made', widely used for custom-made clothing, shoes, and accessories. It is the most common and natural way to say 'bespoke' in this context.
He is wearing a bespoke suit.
Means 'special order' and can be used for items made to specific requirements, not limited to clothing. Slightly more formal or business-like.
A traditional Japanese term for custom-made clothing, especially kimonos. It has a refined, somewhat old-fashioned feel and is less common in modern casual conversation.
Referring to software, systems, or services that are tailored to a client's needs.
A loanword from English 'custom-made', commonly used in IT and business contexts for bespoke software or solutions.
This system was developed bespoke.
While primarily for physical items, オーダーメイド can also be used metaphorically for services or solutions, though カスタムメイド is more precise in tech contexts.
We propose a bespoke travel plan.
A descriptive phrase meaning 'tailored to the client's requests'. It is a natural way to express the concept without using a loanword.
Referring to the act or business of creating custom-made clothing, especially suits.
Literally 'order clothing', this term is used in the tailoring industry but is less common in everyday speech.
He is a bespoke tailor.
A term used in suit-making to distinguish fully bespoke (made from scratch) from made-to-measure. It is a loanword from English 'full order'.
This suit is fully bespoke.
There is no single Japanese word that covers all uses of 'bespoke'. Using a direct translation like ビスポーク (bisupōku) is not understood. Always choose the appropriate term based on context.
bisupōku suit (unnatural)
オーダーメイド is strongly associated with clothing and physical goods, while カスタムメイド is preferred for software, systems, and abstract services. However, there is some overlap, and オーダーメイド is more widely recognized by the general public.
この家具は特注で作られました。
This furniture was made bespoke (to order).
あつらえの着物を仕立ててもらった。
I had a bespoke kimono made.
We provide bespoke solutions tailored to the client's needs.