Translation guide
Aestheticism is a philosophical and artistic movement emphasizing beauty and sensory experience over practical or moral considerations. This guide covers how to express the concept in Japanese, from direct terms to related ideas.
Referring to the late 19th-century movement that valued art for its own sake.
The standard translation for 'aestheticism' as a movement. Literally 'indulgence in beauty-ism'.
耽美主義は19世紀後半の芸術運動です。
Aestheticism is an art movement of the late 19th century.
Another term for aestheticism, emphasizing 'beauty-only-ism'. Less common than 耽美主義.
彼は唯美主義の影響を受けた作家だ。
He is a writer influenced by aestheticism.
Describing a personal philosophy or attitude that prioritizes beauty in life or art.
A natural phrase meaning 'an attitude of pursuing beauty'. Use this when explaining the concept in everyday terms.
彼の美を追求する態度は、生活のあらゆる面に現れている。
His aestheticism shows in every aspect of his life.
Literally 'indulgence in beauty'. Often used in compounds like 耽美主義, but can stand alone to describe an aesthetic obsession.
その詩には耽美の精神が溢れている。
The poem is filled with the spirit of aestheticism.
The specific slogan associated with aestheticism, emphasizing art's autonomy from moral or social concerns.
Direct translation of 'art for art's sake', widely understood in Japanese artistic discourse.
彼は「芸術のための芸術」という考え方を信じていた。
He believed in the idea of 'art for art's sake'.