An Introduction to Japanese Keigo
A foreigner’s guide to Japanese honorific, humble and polite forms.
Sushi in Japanese: How to go about ordering in a restaurant
Eating Sushi is a must when coming to Japan, but can you order Sushi in Japanese? We don’t want you to h […]
Knowing how to say “No” in Japanese
Saying ‘no’ in Japan is a tricky subject. The Japanese will rarely give a direct no to an answer, preferring instead to give an indirect answer that conveys the message of no.
日本語で「おはよう」を学ぼう：おはよう・おはようございます
朝のあいさつ おはようございます！Good morning! 日本で円滑な人間関係を築くための第一歩は、日本語のあいさつをしっかり身につけることです。短期間の旅行であっても、数年間滞在する場合でも、自信をもって日本語であ […]
How to Use: お先に失礼します! (Osaki ni Shitsureishimasu!)
Ended Work…?Meaning of お先に失礼します(Osaki ni Shitsureishimasu)…Replying to Osaki ni Shitsureishimasu […]
Shunbun no Hi (春分の日 ) – Let’s welcome the Spring
The Japanese Calendar sure can be a wonder for those who enjoy learning about the Japanese culture and […]
職場で使えるビジネス日本語：「お疲れ様です」
Otsukaresama desu is a key phrase that you will need to master if you plan to work in a Japanese office.
Japanese Etiquette: “After You”, どうぞ、お先に (Douzo Osaki ni)
Japanese Etiquette & MannersPlease go ahead…Going the extra mile to be even more Polite Japanese E […]