見みかけによらず

expression

in contrast to one's appearance; despite how one looks

Used to say that someone or something is different from what their appearance suggests. Often followed by a surprising or unexpected quality.

• 彼かれは見みかけによらず、とても力ちから持もちだ。

  Despite his appearance, he is very strong.

• 見みかけによらず、この料りょう理りは簡かん単たんに作つくれる。

  Contrary to how it looks, this dish is easy to make.