Have you ever sat in a wide, comfortable chair and felt completely at ease?
Or enjoyed a peaceful afternoon with plenty of time and nothing to rush?
That comfortable feeling of space and relaxation in Japanese is expressed as:
“Yuttari” (ゆったり)
Let’s hear how it sounds!
What is “Yuttari” (ゆったり)?
“Yuttari” describes:
- Feeling relaxed and unhurried
- Having plenty of space
- Moving or living at a comfortable pace
It expresses physical spaciousness as well as emotional calm.
Pronunciation
yoot-tah-ree
(Say it slowly and comfortably.)
Categories
Motion / Condition
What Does “Yuttari” Look Like?
It looks like relaxing in a spacious armchair.
Taking a slow walk with no destination.
Enjoying a quiet afternoon without looking at the clock.
How Do You Say It?
Say it with a calm voice:
Yuttari…
Like taking a long, relaxing breath.
Examples in Daily Life
Example 1: A relaxing afternoon
She spent the afternoon reading in a comfortable chair —
yuttari…
There was no need to hurry anywhere.
Cultural Note
In English, you might say:
- “Relaxed”
- “Spacious”
- “At ease”
But “yuttari” combines these ideas into one gentle expression.
It describes not only having enough space, but also having enough time and peace of mind to enjoy the moment.
It suggests:
Comfort
Space
Peace of mind
Compared with similar expressions:
- Nonbiri → taking it easy
- Yuttari → spacious and relaxed
- Seka Seka → constantly busy and rushed
Watch & Feel the “Yuttari” World!
Feel the “Yuttari” — Sea Lions Being Relaxed
Try Using It!
When there’s plenty of room to breathe…
When life slows down for a while…
When both your body and your mind can finally relax…
Say it gently:
Yuttari…
Sometimes the greatest luxury is simply having enough room to enjoy the moment.
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