Words Japanese people use for the New Year

In Japan, special greetings are exchanged at the start of a new year.
These words are filled with the relationships that Japanese people value, gratitude, and hopes for the future. Today, we will introduce some words that Japanese people often use during the New Year.

【Happy new year】
This is the most common New Year's greeting.
(meaning)
This is an expression of respect and celebration for the new year.
(When to use)
Family and friends
School or workplace
It is a polite expression that can be used even with superiors, and in Japan, when the New Year begins, people start their greetings with this phrase instead of "hello" or "good morning."

【I look forward to having a good relationship with you this year too】
This phrase is always used in conjunction with "Happy New Year."
(meaning)
I want to continue our good relationship this year too.
Let's cooperate with each other
Japanese people have a culture of renewing and valuing connections with others at the start of the new year.

[I hope it will be a good year】
This is a very gentle and thoughtful expression of New Year's greetings.
(meaning)
"May this year be a happy and peaceful one for you."
These words are filled with the wish that...
This expression reflects the typical Japanese value of valuing safety and good health over strong desires for success or results.
(When to use)
Family and close friends
Message cards and New Year's cards
In casual situations such as conversations and LINE messages
Rather than being a polite greeting, it is a phrase that quietly wishes the other person happiness, so it is more common to say "Happy New Year" or "I look forward to working with you again this year" when speaking with someone of higher rank.

[Let's learn Japanese phrases!]
◎Happy New Year.
◎Thank you for your continued support this year.
◎I hope you have a good year.
◎Thank you for your continued support this year.

Japanese New Year's greetings include:Gratitude, cooperation, and hope for the futureThe words may be short, but the meaning behind them is very deep.
If you have the opportunity to spend the New Year in Japan, be sure to try using these words. You'll surely feel a little closer to the Japanese people.