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Essential Japanese words and phrases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Knowing a few basic Japanese sentences is a must, especially if you stray away from a main tourist area. Here are some basic Japanese words you could use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f (Konnichiwa)<\/strong> – Hello<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f (Konnichiwa) is used to say “hello” in the afternoon, typically from around 11 AM to around 5 PM. It is a common and polite greeting. People in Japan greet one another with a bow. A bow can range from a modest nod of the head to a deep waist bend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 (Arigatou <\/strong>gozaimasu<\/em><\/strong>)<\/strong> – Thank you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This is a formal and polite way of saying “thank you” in Japanese. It is used in situations where you want to show respect and gratitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u3059\u307f\u307e\u305b\u3093 (Sumimasen)<\/strong> – Excuse me \/ I’m sorry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This versatile phrase can mean “Excuse me,” “I’m sorry,” or be used to express your gratitude or start a conversation. Whether you’re catching someone’s attention in a busy train station or apologizing for a minor inconvenience, “Sumimasen” is your go-to phrase for maintaining the harmony of your interactions. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (Onegaishimasu)<\/strong> – Please<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Onegaishimas is a polite way to say “please” in Japanese. It is used when making a request or asking for a favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 (<\/strong>Ohayou gozaimasu) – Good morning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This phrase is only used in Japanese if you wake before 11 am. If you want to say it casually, you can simply say \u201cOhayou\u201d and drop the formal expression \u201cgozaimasu.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f (Konbanwa)<\/strong> – Good evening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
To be used from late afternoon (around 5pm) into the evening hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u306f\u3044 (Hai)<\/strong> – Yes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3044\u3044\u3048 (Iie)<\/strong> – No<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u306f\u3058\u3081\u307e\u3057\u3066 (Hajimemashite) – <\/strong>Nice to meet you<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3055\u3088\u3046\u306a\u3089 (<\/strong>Sayounara<\/strong>)<\/strong> – Goodbye<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u7f8e\u3057\u3044 (Utsukushii) – <\/strong>Beautiful<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3082\u3057\u3082\u3057 (Moshi moshi ) – <\/strong>Hello (but only if you\u2019re on the phone or something like Skype)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nJapanese greeting phrases: Getting to know each other <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ve been talking with someone for a few minutes now, introducing yourself and asking any questions you need to know. Maybe you\u2019ve found out your speaking partner\u2019s name and you\u2019re walking to a coffee shop together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now\u2019s the perfect time to find out more about each other and maybe become friends. Try out some of these phrases to open up a whole new avenue of conversation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u304a\u540d\u524d\u306f\u4f55\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002 (Onamae wa nan desu ka?)<\/strong> – What is your name?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u79c1\u306e\u540d\u524d\u306f\uff3f\uff3f\u3067\u3059 (<\/strong>Watashi no namae wa _____ desu<\/em><\/strong>)<\/strong> – My name is ______<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u5143\u6c17\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f (Ogenki desu ka?)<\/strong> – How are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3052\u3093\u304d\u3067\u3059 (Genki desu)<\/strong> – I\u2019m fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u79c1\u306f\uff3f\uff3f\u304b\u3089\u6765\u307e\u3057\u305f<\/strong> (Watashi wa ______kara kimashita<\/em><\/strong> ) – I\u2019m from _____<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- \u4eca\u4f55\u6642\u3067\u3059\u304b<\/strong> (Ima nanji desu ka?) – <\/strong>What time is it right now?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u4f55\u6b73\u3067\u3059\u304b ( Nansai desu ka? ) – <\/strong>How old are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3069\u3053\u306b\u4f4f\u3093\u3067\u3044\u307e\u3059\u304b (Doko ni sundeimasu ka? ) – <\/strong>Where do you live?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u5144\u5f1f\u304c\u3044\u307e\u3059\u304b (Kyoudai ga imasu ka?) – <\/strong>Do you have siblings?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b (Kore wa nan desu ka? ) – <\/strong>What is this?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u305d\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b (Sore wa nan desu ka?) – <\/strong>What is that?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nJapanese phrases for asking and giving directions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Navigating a new city can be daunting, but with a solid grasp of basic Japanese phrases, you can confidently ask for and give directions. In this guide, we will cover a variety of expressions that will enable you to ask for directions, understand responses, and even provide directions to others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- ___\u306f\u3069\u3053\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f (<\/strong>___ wa doko desu ka?)<\/strong> – Where is___?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u30d0\u30b9\u505c\u306f\u3069\u3053\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f<\/strong> (basutei wa doko desu ka?)<\/strong> – Where is the bus stop?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3059\u307f\u307e\u305b\u3093\u3001<\/strong>___\u306f\u3069\u3053\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f<\/strong> (Sumimasen, ___ wa doko desu ka?) – Excuse me, where is __?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- \u53f3\u306b\u66f2\u304c\u3063\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Migi ni magatte kudasai)<\/strong> – Please turn right.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u5de6\u306b\u66f2\u304c\u3063\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Hidari ni magatte kudasai)<\/strong> – Please turn left.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u307e\u3063\u3059\u3050\u884c\u3063\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Massugu itte kudasai)<\/strong> – Please go straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3053\u3053\u3067\u6b62\u3081\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Koko de tomete kudasai)<\/strong> – Please stop here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
These are the most basic and common Japanese phrases for asking and giving directions. Mastering these phrases will help you confidently ask for directions, find a place you want to go, or even give directions to others. You can learn more common phrases for giving directions in MochiKanji’s conversation course.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nFood and drinks: How to order and appreciate food in Japanese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Japan has an incredible food culture and history. Indeed, the capital, Tokyo, boasts the most Michelin-starred restaurants globally. Moreover, Japanese people indulge in a rich tapestry of culinary delights, encompassing both Washoku (\u548c\u98df: Traditional Japanese food) and Youshoku (\u6d0b\u98df: Japanese food inspired by Western food).Here are some basic Japanese words that are related to how to order and rate dishes in Japanese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u3044\u305f\u3060\u304d\u307e\u3059 (Itadakimasu)<\/strong> – An expression of gratitude spoken before the first bite <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Just as the dining experience in Japan extends beyond taste to encompass cultural rituals, “itadakimasu” is more than a mere phrase; it’s a heartfelt expression of gratitude spoken before the first bite, symbolizing the humility of saying ‘I humbly receive\u2019. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u30e1\u30cb\u30e5\u30fc\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Menyuu wo kudasai)<\/strong> – Please give me the menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u3059\u3059\u3081\u306f\u4f55\u3067\u3059\u304b (Osusume wa nan desu ka)<\/strong> – What do you recommend?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u6c34\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 ( O-mizu wo onegai shimasu) <\/strong>– Water please<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Kore wo kudasai)<\/strong> – I\u2019ll have this, please.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u7f8e\u5473\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3059 (Oishii desu)<\/strong> – It\u2019s delicious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- __\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 ( __ wo Kudasai) <\/strong>– <\/strong>I would like ___, please<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (Okaikei wo negaishimasu )<\/strong> – The check, please.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u7f8e\u5473\u3057\u3044 (Oishii) <\/strong>– Delicious<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u30ef\u30a4\u30f3 (Wain) –<\/strong> Wine<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u30d3\u30fc\u30eb (Biiru) <\/strong>– <\/strong>Beer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u65e5\u672c\u9152 (Nihonshu)<\/strong> <\/em><\/strong>– <\/em>Japanese sake<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Imagine strolling through the vibrant streets of Harajuku, surrounded by trendy shops and unique boutiques. With a few simple Japanese phrases, you can confidently navigate the bustling crowds and find the perfect souvenir. In this guide, we’ll provide you with the vocabulary and sentence patterns necessary to shop with ease in Japan, from asking for recommendations to making a purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- \u3044\u304f\u3089\u3067\u3059\u304b<\/strong>\uff1f (<\/strong> Ikura desu ka<\/strong>?)<\/strong> – How much is this?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u5b89\u304f\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u304b\uff1f (Yasuku narimasu ka?)<\/strong> – Can you make it cheaper?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3053\u308c\u3092\u898b\u305b\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Kore wo misete kudasai)<\/strong> – Please show me this.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u8a66\u7740\u3067\u304d\u307e\u3059\u304b\uff1f (Shichaku dekimasu ka?)<\/strong> – Can I try this on?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3053\u308c\u3092\u8cb7\u3044\u307e\u3059 (Kore wo kaimasu)<\/strong> – I\u2019ll buy this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Japanese shopping culture has many unique characteristics. Learning how to communicate in Japanese while shopping will help you gain a deeper understanding of Japanese consumer culture. You can learn practical conversational phrases to confidently shop at any store at Mochikanji’s communication course<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Start learning now!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u5b89\u304f\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u304b\uff1f (Yasuku narimasu ka?)<\/strong> – Can you make it cheaper?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u3059\u3059\u3081\u306f\u4f55\u3067\u3059\u304b (Osusume wa nan desu ka)<\/strong> – What do you recommend?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u30e1\u30cb\u30e5\u30fc\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Menyuu wo kudasai)<\/strong> – Please give me the menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u5de6\u306b\u66f2\u304c\u3063\u3066\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044 (Hidari ni magatte kudasai)<\/strong> – Please turn left.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u30d0\u30b9\u505c\u306f\u3069\u3053\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f<\/strong> (basutei wa doko desu ka?)<\/strong> – Where is the bus stop?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u4f55\u6b73\u3067\u3059\u304b ( Nansai desu ka? ) – <\/strong>How old are you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u79c1\u306e\u540d\u524d\u306f\uff3f\uff3f\u3067\u3059 (<\/strong>Watashi no namae wa _____ desu<\/em><\/strong>)<\/strong> – My name is ______<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3044\u3044\u3048 (Iie)<\/strong> – No<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u306f\u3044 (Hai)<\/strong> – Yes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f (Konbanwa)<\/strong> – Good evening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 (<\/strong>Ohayou gozaimasu) – Good morning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- \u304a\u306d\u304c\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (Onegaishimasu)<\/strong> – Please<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- \u3059\u307f\u307e\u305b\u3093 (Sumimasen)<\/strong> – Excuse me \/ I’m sorry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- \u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 (Arigatou <\/strong>gozaimasu<\/em><\/strong>)<\/strong> – Thank you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n