01/09/2026
TASTES & FLAVORS 味と風味
How to describe ANY food in Japanese
甘い AMAI = Sweet 🍰
辛い KARAI = Spicy 🌶️
酸っぱい SUPPAI = Sour 🍋
しょっぱい SHOPPAI = Salty 🍜
うまみがある UMAMI GA ARU = Savory / Umami
If a light dish is intentionally subtle and enjoyable, use Assari あっさり.
If it just tastes watered down or needs more flavor, use Usui 薄い.
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Which taste do you order the most?
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