Due to the 2025 Kansai Expo and the weak yen, many foreigners are now visiting Japan.
Even when I'm walking around town, I'm increasingly being asked for directions in broken Japanese and being spoken to in stores.
If you're going to come to Japan, learning even a little bit of Japanese will make your stay more enjoyable and easier.
This time, we will introduce some Japanese phrases that foreigners actually use frequently in Japan, categorized by situation.
1. Basic Greetings
good morning.
Hello.
Good evening.
thank you.
sorry.
【2. Japanese for Transportation and Travel】
Where is ○○ station?
I want to go to ○○
One ticket please
Does this train go to ○○?
A taxi, please
3. Japanese in Shopping and Restaurants
I'd like this, please.
How much is it?
Do you have ○○?
I'd like ○○, please. (When ordering)
Thank you for the meal.
【4. Commonly used Japanese in daily life】
Where is the restroom?
Is there Wi-Fi?
Where do I throw away my trash?
I understand. / I don't understand.
Please speak a little more slowly.
5. Japanese necessary for hospitals and emergencies】
I want to go to the hospital.
i feel sick.
Do you have any medicine?
Please help!
Call the police!
Knowing even a little bit of Japanese can make a big difference in making your life and travel in Japan more enjoyable and easier.
Why not use the phrases we introduced today as an opportunity to get in touch with Japanese?
Even a simple "hello" or "thank you" can bring you much closer to the people of Japan.
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This first step towards encountering Japanese will surely make your daily life richer and more enjoyable.