“Quintessence” in Japanese
Short answer
Quintessence in Japanese is “真髄” (shinzui). Full meaning: essence, quintessence, spirit, soul, heart, pith (and marrow).
Other ways to say “Quintessence” in Japanese
精華
seika essence, quintessence, flower, glory
奥義
okugi secret techniques (of an art or skill), inner mysteries, essence, quintessence, heart
神髄
shinzui essence, quintessence, spirit, soul, heart, pith (and marrow)
奥儀
ougi secret techniques (of an art or skill), inner mysteries, essence, quintessence, heart
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