How to Say ‘A mild taste’ in Japanese
やさしい味
yasashii aji
[yah-sah-shee ah-jee]
💬 Usage Tip: [やさしい] doesn't only mean "kind to people"; with food it often means "mild" or "gentle." This is a useful pattern in Japan for flavors that aren't too strong, rich, or spicy.
Phrase Breakdown
やさしい
yasashii
[yah-sah-shee]
gentle; mild
Describes a flavor that is soft, not harsh, and easy to eat.
やさしい味の料理だとうれしいです。
We would be happy if the dish had a mild flavor.
味
aji
[ah-jee]
taste; flavor
Refers to how food tastes; often used in restaurant requests.
やさしい味のものをお願いします。
Please give us something with a mild flavor.
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