“Austere elegance” in Japanese
Short answer
Austere elegance in Japanese is “渋み” (shibumi). Full meaning: astringency, tartness; austere elegance, elegant simplicity, subdued style, quiet taste, refinement.
Other ways to say “Austere elegance” in Japanese
渋味
shibumi astringency, tartness; austere elegance, elegant simplicity, subdued style, quiet taste, refinement
しぶ味
shibumi astringency, tartness; austere elegance, elegant simplicity, subdued style, quiet taste, refinement
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