Have you ever watched something move slowly back and forth?
Like a hanging object swaying…
or a flame flickering softly?
That slow, drifting motion in Japanese is expressed as:
“Yura Yura” (ゆらゆら)
Let’s hear how it sounds!
What is “Yura Yura” (ゆらゆら)?
“Yura Yura” describes:
- Slow, gentle swaying motion
- Movement that goes back and forth softly
- A relaxed, flowing, almost hypnotic rhythm
It often gives a feeling of calmness or dreaminess.
Pronunciation
yoo-rah yoo-rah
(Say it softly, like something drifting in the air.)
Categories
Motion
What Does “Yura Yura” Look Like?
It looks like a hanging object swaying slowly.
Like a candle flame moving gently.
Like something floating and shifting without force.
What Does “Yura Yura” Look Like?
It looks like a hanging object swaying slowly.
Like a candle flame moving gently.
Like something floating and shifting without force.
Examples in Daily Life
Example 1: A hanging object
The lantern moved in the wind —
yura yura…
Example 2: A flickering flame
The candlelight moved softly —
yura yura.
Cultural Note
In English, you might say:
- “Swaying”
- “Gently moving”
- “Flickering”
But “yura yura” has a special nuance:
Slow, rhythmic movement
Soft, flowing motion
A slightly dreamy or peaceful feeling
Watch & Feel the “Yura Yura” World!
Feel the “Yura Yura” — A Swaying Bagworm
Try Using It!
When something sways slowly…
When movement feels calm and gentle…
When the air carries a soft rhythm…
Say it softly:
Yura yura〜
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