“Harshness” in Japanese
Short answer
Harshness in Japanese is “エグ味” (egumi). Full meaning: harshness, acridity, astringent taste, bitter taste.
Other ways to say “Harshness” in Japanese
秋霜烈日
shuusouretsujitsu harshness, severity
えぐ味
egumi harshness, acridity, astringent taste, bitter taste
圭角
keikaku rough edges (of one's character, words, etc.), abrasiveness, harshness, sharpness; edges (of a gem)
秋霜
shuusou autumn frost, fall frost; harshness, strictness, rigour; white hair, grey hair
荒々しさ
araarashisa roughness, rudeness, wildness, harshness, gruffness
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