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Basic Travel Phrases in Japanese (with Etiquette)

Irasshaimase! (いらっしゃいませ), or "welcome!" to your guide to Japanese travel phrases.

If you're planning a trip to Japan or simply interested in learning Japanese , this guide to using and understanding Japanese travel phrases is a must-read.

You don't need to learn the entire language before you make the trip of a lifetime. Still, knowing some key phrases, cultural differences and mannerisms will make Japan more accessible for English speakers.

Related: Saying Hello in Japanese: Pronouncing Japanese Greetings

First, we'll discuss the Japanese language and writing styles. Then, we'll cover some essential Japanese travel phrases, including "please", "thank you", "excuse me" and "I don't understand Japanese". Formality in Japanese will be explained, followed by restaurant vocabulary and etiquette.

Next, we'll cover certain phrases related to transport and travel, followed by pronunciation tips for common phrases used in Japan. Finally, we will answer frequently asked questions about Japanese phrases and travel to Japan.

The Japanese Language

Japanese words can be written in symbols or in Romanized characters, so beginners can still read and write before they learn the Japanese script.

However, when you learn Japanese characters you can better understand the nuances of the language.

Kanji are Chinese characters taken from the Chinese script and used in Japanese writing. This writing system was introduced to Japan in the 4th or 5th century, as Japan had a talking system but no means to write it down. Kanji are complex symbols that represent words or ideas.

However, Kanji characters are used along with the more recently created syllabic scripts of Hiragana and Katakana, which represent sounds.

Some people find these scripts easier to read as the symbols are simpler. Hiragana is generally used to represent Japanese words, while Katakana represents foreign words imported into the Japanese language.

While it is possible to write everything in Hiragana or Katakana, i t w o u l d l o o k l i k e t h i s . So, it is better to replace words with Kanji when possible. Japanese people use the three scripts interchangeably, as they are needed.

10 Essential Japanese Phrases

• Konnichiwa (こんにちは) – Hello/ good afternoon
• Ohayo Gozaimasu (おはよう ご ざ い ます) - Good morning
• Konbanwa (こんばんは) - Good evening This phrase is made up of Ohayo (おはよう), meaning "early" and Gozaimasu (ご ざ い ます) meaning "is"/"am"/"are". So, its literal translation is "it is early". As you can see below, Gozaimasu can be added to Arigatou, meaning "thank you", to make it more polite.
• Arigatou (Gozaimasu) (ありがとう (ご ざ い ます)) – Thank you (polite way)
• Onegaishimasu (お願い し ます)/ Kudasai (くだ さい) - Please
• Sumimasen (すみません) – Excuse me
• Hai (はい) - Yes/ I understand
• Iie (いいえ) - No
• Nihongo ga wakarimasen (日本語がわかりません) - I don't understand Japanese
• Gomen nasai (ごめんなさい) - I'm sorry

Formality In Japanese

Social hierarchy, or your rank compared to others, determines how you will talk to someone in Japanese.

The generally accepted pecking order puts parents above children, teachers above students, customers above shopkeepers, bosses above employees, and elders above younger people.

Moreover, familiarity plays a part in how formal or informal you are with someone. Families will speak more casual Japanese with one another, while strangers use formal terms. Good friends drop formalities entirely and use slang to communicate.

Japanese words are conjugated based on formality. Formal Japanese can be divided into three categories: polite language, honorific language, and humble language.

There is also an informal way of communicating in Japanese, but when you learn Japanese, you often learn the formal first as the conjugation is easier.

Gozimasu and Arigatou

You do not need to worry too much about this as an absolute beginner. Just remember that you can make simple adjustments such as adding gozimasu (ご ざ い ます) to ohayō (おはよう) when saying "good morning" to make it more formal, or to arigatou (ありがとう) to say "thank you" the formal way.

Domo arigato (共 ありがとう) "thank you so much" is also formal. This is a phrase many westerners are familiar with due to the song Mr Roboto by Styx!

Arigato or domo used in isolation are two ways to say "thanks", informally. Use the latter two with friends and family.

Onegaishimasu and Kudasai

Finally, let's revisit when we use Onegaishimasu (お願い し ます) and Kudasai (くだ さい) for "please".

• Kudasai is the more familiar term, while onegai shimasu is more polite and honorable.
• So, you can ask for water, for instance, by using Kudasai (ください) or onegai shimasu ( を お願い し ます), depending on who you are talking to. For example:
• Mizu o onegai shimasu ( 水を お願い し ます) - I would like water, please (formal)
• Mizu o kudasai (水 お ください) - Give me water, please (informal)

Kudasai is a familiar request word that you use when you know you are entitled to something.

For instance, asking a friend or peer for something, or making a request from someone of a lower rank than you. Take a look at the following phrases:

• Mō yamete kudasai (もう やめて くだ さい ) - Please stop
• Chotto matte kudasai (ちょっと 待って くだ さい) - Wait a minute, please
• Kutsu o nuide kudasai (靴を脱いで くだ さい) - Please remove your shoes
• Shio o watashite kudasai ( 塩を渡して くだ さい) - Pass the salt, please

If you are speaking to a teacher, elder, or boss in Japan and don't understand something, you can ask: Mou ichido onegai shimasu (もう一度お願いします) - Could you repeat that, please?

As well as language, gestures also play a part in formality and respect in Japanese culture. One such gesture is the bow, and it matters how deep you bend!

A short bow at 15° is appropriate for a casual greeting. A 30° bow is good for greeting strangers and bosses, while a 45° bow conveys deep respect or an apology.

10 Food & Drink Basic Phrases in Japanese

• Menyū (メニュー) - Menu
• O-sake (お酒) – General term for alcohol (not to be confused with the below)
• Nihonshu (日本酒) – Japanese saké (rice wine)
• Bīru (ビール) - Beer
• Mizu (水) - Water
• Gohan (ご飯) - Rice
• Misoshiru (みそ汁) - Miso Soup
• Sushi (すし) - Sushi
• Mochi (餅 ) - Mochi (a traditional Japanese glutinous rice cake)
• ___ o Kudasai ( をください) – I would like __, please ___ o onegai shimasu (を お願い し ます) - I would like ___ please

In addition to food and drink, you might want to know how to ask for other specific services in a Japanese restaurant.

• Kin'en seki (禁煙席) - Non-smoking seat
• Kurejittokādo wa tsukaemasu ka? (クレジットカードは使えますか) - Do you accept credit cards?

Japanese Restaurant Etiquette

It is not enough simply to know a few polite phrases in Japanese. You will also need to understand a bit about restaurant etiquette.

In many Japanese restaurants, there are low tables with cushions, rather than or in addition to western-style tables and chairs.

Cushions will be placed on tatami floors, which are a traditional kind of mat flooring in Japanese restaurants. You should never wear shoes or slippers on tatami flooring, and avoid stepping on anyone's cushion except your own.

Japanese Restaurant Vocabulary in Context

When the food comes, it is customary to wait for everyone's meals to arrive, then say:

• Itadakimasu (いただきます) - "I gratefully receive (this meal)"

You should say this before starting to eat. This is similar to the French "bon appetit".

However, if a dish is best eaten hot and it arrives before the others, the following phrase can be used:

• Osaki ni douzo (お先 に どうぞ) - "Please go ahead"

Other useful Japanese resturant phrases include:

• Daijyoubu Desu (だいじょうぶです) - "I'm fine now" (this is a polite way to decline something from a waiter offering you more water or food).

You can conclude the meal by saying the phrase:

• Gochisousama deshita (ごちそうさま でした) - "Thank you for the feast."

This expresses gratitude to the chef and for the ingredients of the meal.

At the end of your meal, you should use the following:

• Okaikei wo onegaishimasu (お会計 を お願いします) - "The check, please."

Manners in Convenience Stores

The following piece of vocaulary will be useful:

• Konbini (コンビニ) - Convenience store

In Japan, simple things like unfolding your bills before you hand them over to the cashier and not throwing down your coins are considered polite as they make the worker's job easier.

Customer service in Japan is famously excellent, so treat the clerk with respect and kindness, as you should in any other foreign country.

10 Transportation-Related Phrases to Get Around Japan

• ___wa doko desu ka ( は どこ です か) – Where is __?
• Eki (駅) - Train station eg. Eki wa doko desu ka (駅 は どこ です か) - Where is the train station?
• Basu noriba (バスのりば) - Bus stop
• Dono Densha (どの電車)/ Dono basu (どのバス) – Which train?/ Which bus?
• (Tōkyō) ni ikitai ( ([東京) に行きたい) – I want to go to (Tokyo)
• Kippu (切符) – Ticket
• Katamichi kippu (片道切符)/ Kaeri no kippu (帰りの切符) - One-way ticket/ return ticket
• Hoteru (ホテル) - hotel
• Toire ( = トイレ) - Bathroom / toilet
• Ikura desu ka (いくら です 化) - How much is it?

Japanese travel phrases in context

Now, you can start to put some of the words we have learned together to create a proper phrase.

• Hiroshima e no kaeri no kippu o onegai shimasu, ikura desu ka (広島への帰りの切符をお願いします、いくらですか) - "I would like a return ticket to Hiroshima, how much is it?"

These essential Japanese travel phrases will come in handy when visiting Japan, as an estimated 70% of the population does not speak English.

You'll find more people with some level of English in the top destinations, such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, while you might hit a language barrier in smaller towns.

Basic Japanese Phrases and Pronunciation in Japanese

An important phrase you will likely say a lot is desu ka ( です か).

This indicates a question when placed at the end of a sentence. So, let's make sure you can say it correctly, as it may not be pronounced as you'd expect.

You want to pronounce desu like “dess.” Remember, the “u” sound at the end is dropped.

This happens a lot with words that end with “u” sounds, including:

• Arigatou Gozaimasu (ありがとう ご ざ い) - "thank you" (which is pronounced "arigatou gozaimas").

We have already seen desu ka in the phrase ikura desu ka, " how much is it?", and wa doko desu ka , "where is it?".

It is also used in the following key Japanese phrases:

• O genki desu ka (お元気 です 化) - How are you? (Pronounced "o genki dess ka").
• Nani desu ka (何ですか なにですか) - (polite) What?
• Sou desu ka (そうですか) - Is that so?/ Really? The response, Sou desu (そうです), pronounced "so dess", means "that is so" or "yes, really".
• Kore wa na ndesu ka (これ わ なん です か) - What is this?

You can create many more Japanese phrases for asking questions by using desu ka , so try to remember this pronunciation as it will get you a long way.

Basic Greetings Tourists Should Know in Japan

If you only have a short time before your trip to Japan, at the very least learn these simple greetings and make sure you know the dos and don'ts of public affection.

• Kon'nichiwa, watashinonamaeha ___ (こんにちは、私の名前は) - "Good afternoon, my name is ___"
• Konbanwa, hajimemashite (こんばんは、はじめまして) - "Good evening, nice to meet you."
• Namae wa nandesu ka? (名前はなん です か) - "What is your name?"

Making Friends in Japan

Now that you know how to greet Japanese people appropriately, you can start to build a relationship with them.

Generally, when you meet people while traveling abroad, you ask:

• Eigo o hanashimasu ka? (英語を話せますか) - "Can you speak English?"
• Anata wa doko no kuni no shusshindesu ka (あなたはどこの国の出身 です か) - "Which country are you from?"
• Doko no shusshindesu ka? ( どこの出身 です か) - "Where are you from?" (more simple phrase).
• Anata wa doko ni sun deru nodesu ka? (あなたはどこに住んでるの です か) - "Where do you live?"

If you would like to become friends or make a date, you might want to gauge the person's interests:

• Anata wa (eiga ga) sukidesuka? (あなたは (映画が) 好き です か) - "Do you like (the cinema)?"

Travel Tips for Japan

Remember Japanese manners! This includes restaurant etiquette, limiting public displays of affection, using polite language, and respecting the culture.

You cannot expect everyone in the world to speak your language, but by using a simple Japanese phrase here and there you can show that you are willing to try and meet them halfway.

Choose the season wisely. Visit Japan in Winter for the ski season, or in Spring for unforgettable views of cherry blossoms.

Or, choose an Autumn trip to avoid tourist crowds and peak travel seasons. The same applies to Summer, though this is typhoon season, which puts a lot of tourists off.

What is Ryokou?

Ryokou (旅行) is a Japanese noun meaning "travel" or "trip".

Broken down, 旅 is the kanji character meaning "travel", "trip", or "journey", and 行 is the kanji character used to express the act of going or visiting.

Use this next phrase if you want to impress your new Japanese friends by using their local language:

• Watashi wa ryokou ga sukidesu (私は旅行が好きです) - "I love traveling".

If you're studying Japanese so you can take a trip to Japan, this is undoubtedly true!

How to Learn Japanese Naturally

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This is an online streaming platform that is designed to get you speaking Japanese and learning Kanji with ease through immersion in Japanese TV and movies.

Lingopie provides an authentic and natural way to learn other languages and makes learning Japanese fun.

This is a great tool for busy people who cannot sit through hours of Japanese classes every week.

Simply relax in the evening and watch half an hour of Japanese TV. Allow your brain to absorb the language naturally and pick up useful phrases and pronunciation.

And if you want to keep binge watching awesome shows check out our other Japanese articles. We listed 9 Japanese Movies on Netflix that can help your studies and we also did a guide to learning Japanese with anime ! We also recommend you to check out our free guide " Best way to learn Japanese ".

Summing up: Basic Travel phrases in Japanese

Now you can travel to Japan armed with some useful Japanese phrases and a basic understanding of the culture and mannerisms of the country.

You will be able to conduct yourself appropriately while dining, make your way around train stations, and if you speak slowly and clearly, begin to build relationships.

Remember, nobody will expect you to speak Japanese fluently, but if you can use these simple phrases, your travels will be simplified.

The average Japanese native speaker is unlikely to speak English fluently. You may hit a language barrier, but if you remember your polite gestures and restaurant etiquette, you can still do very well in Japan and impress the locals.

Hopefully, this guide has given you some travel inspiration. Have a wonderful time on your trip and good luck on your path to learning Japanese!

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気を付けて Ki o tsukete Have a Safe Trip! Travel Phrases in Japanese

• Post author: Language Garage
• Post published: August 12, 2020
• Post category: Japanese / Travel / Vocabulary

In this post we’ll look at a lot of Japanese vocabulary and expressions that will come in handy when you travel. Let’s start with the basics.

私のスーツケース Watashi no Suutsukeesu My Suitcase

Before you travel, you of course need to pack. So let’s start there.

• スーツケース suutsukeesu suitcase
• スーツケースを詰めなければいけません。 Suutsukeesu o tsumenakereba ikemasen. I need to pack my suitcase.
• 私のスーツケースは｛重い・軽い・一杯・からっぽ｝です。 Watashi no suutsukeesu wa {omoi/karui/ippai/karappo } desu. My suitcase is heavy/light/full/empty.
• 私の洋服はスーツケースに入りません。 Watashi no youfuku wa suutsukeesu ni hairimasen. My clothes don’t fit in my suitcase.
• もう一つ｛バッグ・スーツケース｝が要ります。 Mou hitotsu {baggu/suutsukeesu} ga irimasu. I need another bag/suitcase.

空港で Kuukou de At the Airport

If you’re traveling, you’re probably going to leave from and arrive at an airport.

• 航空券、ボーディングパス、パスポート、フライト koukuuken, boodingupasu, pasupooto, furaito plane ticket, boarding pass, passport, flight
• 到着、出発、ゲート、手荷物受取所 touchaku, shuppatsu, geeto, tenimotsu uketorijo arrivals, departures, gate, baggage claim
• 入国審査、税関 nyuukoku shinsa, zeikan passport control, customs
• 荷物を預ける必要があります。 Nimotsu o azukeru hitsuyou ga arimasu. I need to check my luggage.
• 手荷物があります。 Tenimotsu ga arimasu. I have a carry-on bag.
• 飛行機はいつ出発しますか。 Hikouki wa itsu shuppatsu shimasu ka. When does the flight leave?
• 保安検査場に行列ができています。 Hoan kensajou ni gyouretsu ga dekite imasu. There’s a long line at security.
• あと10 分で搭乗が始まります。 Ato juppun de toujou ga hajimarimasu. We’re boarding in ten minutes.
• 窓側、通路側、中央 madogawa, tsuurogawa, chuuou window seat, aisle seat, middle seat
• パイロット、客室乗務員 pairotto, kyakushitsu joumuin pilot, flight attendant
• シートベルトを着用してください。 Shiitoberuto o chakuyou shite kudasai. Please fasten your seatbelt.
• 携帯電話の電源を切ってください。 Keitai denwa no dengen o kitte kudasai. Please turn off your cell phone.
• 飛行時間はどのぐらいですか。 Hikou jikan wa dono gurai desu ka. How long is the flight?
• あと10 分で着陸します。 Ato juppun de chakuriku shimasu. We’re landing in ten minutes.
• 税関と入国審査を通らなければいけません。 Zeikan to nyuukoku shinsa o tooranakereba ikemasen. We need to go through customs and passport control.
• 手荷物受取所はどこですか。 Tenimotsu uketorijo wa doko desu ka. Where’s the baggage claim area?
• タクシーはどこですか。 Takushii wa doko desu ka. Where are the taxis?
• 市内へ行く｛電車・バス｝はありますか。 Shinai e iku {densha/basu} wa arimasu ka. Is there a train/bus to the city?
• 両替をしなければいけません。 Ryougae o shinakereba ikemasen. I need to exchange money.

ホテルで Hoteru de   At the Hotel

You’ve finally arrived, so let’s get you settled in your hotel room.

• ホテルはどこですか。 Hoteru wa doko desu ka. Where is the hotel?
• チェックインをお願いします。 Chekku in o onegaishimasu. I’d like to check in.
• 予約をしてあります。私の名前は _____ です。 Yoyaku o shite arimasu. Watashi no namae wa _____ desu. I have a reservation. My name is _____.
• エレベーターはどこですか。 Erebeetaa wa doko desu ka. Where’s the elevator?
• 私の部屋は何階ですか。 Watashi no heya wa nangai desu ka. What floor is my room on?
• 部屋、ベッド、バスルーム、窓、テレビ、電話 heya, beddo, basuruumu, mado, terebi, denwa room, bed, bathroom, window, television, phone
• シーツ、毛布、枕、バスローブ shiitsu, moufu, makura, basuroobu sheets, blanket, pillow, bathrobe
• ルームサービスはありますか。 Ruumu saabisu wa arimasu ka. Is there room service?
• 毛布をもう一枚いただけますか。 Moufu o mou ichimai itadakemasu ka. Can I have an extra blanket?
• アイロンとアイロンボードをお借りできますか。 Airon to aironboodo o okari dekimasu ka. Can I have an iron and an ironing board?
• ドライヤーをお借りできますか。 Doraiyaa o okari dekimasu ka. Can I have a blow-dryer?
• ランドリーサービスはありますか。 Randorii saabisu wa arimasu ka. Can I have my clothes washed?
• 暖房がききません。 Danbou ga kikimasen. The heat isn’t working.
• 空調がききません。 Kuuchou ga kikimasen. The air conditioning isn’t working.
• お部屋のお掃除をお願いできますか。 Oheya no osouji o onegai dekimasu ka. Please clean my room.
• ｛別の・もっと大きい・もっと静かな｝お部屋をお願いできますか。 {Betsu no/Motto ookii/Motto shizukana} oheya o onegai dekimasu ka. Can I have another room / a bigger room / a quieter room?
• どこで朝食が食べられますか。 Doko de choushoku ga taberaremasu ka. Where do we eat breakfast?
• ジムはありますか。 Jimu wa arimasu ka. Is there an exercise room?
• プールはありますか。 Puuru wa arimasu ka. Is there a pool?
• バーはありますか。 Baa wa arimasu ka. Is there a bar?
• レストランはありますか。 Resutoran wa arimasu ka. Is there a restaurant?
• WiFiはありますか。 Waifai wa arimasu ka. Do you have WiFi?
• WiFiのパスワードは何ですか。 Waifai no pasuwaado wa nan desu ka. What’s the WiFi password?
• チェックアウトは何時ですか。 Chekku auto wa nanji desu ka. What time is check-out?
• チェックアウトをお願いします。 Chekku auto o onegaishimasu. I would like to check out.
• タクシーを呼んでいただけますか。 Takushii o yonde itadakemasu ka. Can you call a taxi for me?

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• 駅はどこですか。 Eki wa doko desu ka. Where is the train station?

Once you’re settled into your hotel, you probably want to know where things are in case you need to pop out and buy something.

• この近くにコンビニはありますか。 Kono chikaku ni konbini wa arimasu ka. Is there a convenience store nearby?
• この近くに薬局はありますか。 Kono chikaku ni yakkyoku wa arimasu ka. Is there a pharmacy nearby?
• この近くにスーパーはありますか。 Kono chikaku ni suupaa wa arimasu ka. Is there a supermarket nearby?
• この近くにいいレストランはありますか。 Kono chikaku ni ii resutoran wa arimasu ka. Is there a good restaurant nearby?
• この近くに病院はありますか。 Kono chikaku ni byouin wa arimasu ka. Is there a hospital/doctor’s office nearby?
• この近くに本屋はありますか。 Kono chikaku ni hon’ya wa arimasu ka. Is there a bookstore nearby?
• この近くに洋服屋はありますか。 Kono chikaku ni youfukuya wa arimasu ka. Is there a clothing store nearby?
• この近くに靴屋はありますか。 Kono chikaku ni kutsuya wa arimasu ka. Is there a shoe store nearby?
• この近くに地下鉄の駅はありますか。 Kono chikaku ni chikatetsu no eki wa arimasu ka. Where is the subway station?
• バス停はどこですか。 Basutei wa doko desu ka. Where is the bus station?
• ホテルの隣です。 Hoteru no tonari desu. It’s next to the hotel.

Of course, if you ask where things are, you’ll need some basic vocabulary related to directions and getting around.

• ここから近いですか。 Koko kara chikai desu ka. Is it nearby?
• ここから遠いですか。 Koko kara tooi desu ka. Is it far from here?
• 歩いて行けますか。 Aruite ikemasu ka. Can I walk there?
• ここから近いです。 Koko kara chikai desu. It’s nearby.
• ここから遠いです。 Koko kara tooi desu. It’s far from here.
• 通りの向こう側です。 Toori no mukougawa desu. It’s across the street.
• 道を渡ってください。 Michi o watatte kudasai. Cross the street.
• 橋を渡ってください。 Hashi o watatte kudasai. Cross the bridge.
• 右に曲がってください。 Migi ni magatte kudasai. Turn right.
• 左に曲がってください。 Hidari ni magatte kudasai. Turn left.
• まっすぐ行ってください。 Massugu itte kudasai. Go straight ahead.
• 駅の隣です。 Eki no tonari desu. It’s next to the train station.
• 駅の近くです。 Eki no chikaku desu. It’s near the train station.
• 駅の裏です。 Eki no ura desu. It’s behind the train station.
• 駅の左です。 Eki no hidari desu. It’s the left of the train station.
• 駅の右です。 Eki no migi desu. It’s to the right of the train station.
• 駅の前です。 Eki no mae desu. It’s in front of the train station.

観光に行きましょう。 Kankou ni ikimashou. Let’s go sightseeing.

• 観光に行きたいです。 Kankou ni ikitai desu. We want to go sightseeing.
• 街の地図はありますか。 Machi no chizu wa arimasu ka. Do you have a map of the city?
• 観光バスはありますか。 Kankou basu wa arimasu ka. Is there a tour bus?
• 観光ガイドはいますか。 Kankou gaido wa imasu ka. Is there a tour guide?
• ｛美術館/ 博物館｝に行きたいです。 {Bijutsukan/Hakubutsukan} ni ikitai desu. We want to go to an art museum/a museum.
• ｛教会・お寺・モスク｝に行ってみたいです。 {Kyoukai/Otera/Mosuku} ni itte mitai desu. We want to visit a cathedral/temple/mosque.
• 公園に行きたいです。 Kouen ni ikitai desu. We want to go to the park.
• アートギャラリーに行ってみたいです。 Aato gyararii ni itte mitai desu. We want to visit an art gallery.
• { 演劇・オペラ・コンサート} を見てみたいです。 {Engeki/Opera/Konsaato} o mite mitai desu. We want to see a play/opera/concert.
• お城に行ってみたいです。 Oshiro ni itte mitai desu. We want to visit a castle.
• 記念碑を見に行きたいです。 Kinenhi o mini ikitai desu. We want to visit a monument.
• 歴史的な場所を見に行きたいのですが、どこへ行ったらいいですか。 Rekishitekina basho o mini ikitaino desu ga, doko e ittara ii desu ka. Which historical sites should we visit?
• 文化的な場所に行ってみたいのですが、どこへ行ったらいいですか。 Bunkatekina basho ni itte mitaino desu ga, doko e ittara ii desu ka. Which cultural sites should we visit?
• 買い物はどこでするのがいいですか。 Kaimono wa doko de suru no ga ii desu ka. Where’s the best neighborhood for shopping?
• ナイトライフを楽しむにはどこへ行けばいいですか。 Naito raifu o tanoshimu ni wa doko e ikeba ii desu ka. Where’s the best neighborhood for nightlife?
• ｛バー・ナイトクラブ｝に行きたいです。 {Baa/Naito kurabu} ni ikitai desu. We want to go to a bar/nightclub.
• どこへ行けば街を一望できますか。 Doko e ikeba machi o ichibou dekimasu ka. Where is there a good view of the city?
• 市場に行ってみたいです。 Ichiba ni itte mitai desu. We want to visit a market.
• この辺りに公衆便所はありますか。 Kono atari ni koushuu benjo wa arimasu ka. Is there a public bathroom nearby?
• お手洗いはどこですか。 Otearai wa doko desu ka. Where is the bathroom?
• ｛出口・入口｝はどこですか。 {Deguchi/Iriguchi} wa doko desu ka. Where is the exit/entrance?
• ツアーはいくらですか。 Tsuaa wa ikura desu ka. How much does a tour cost?

この電車はどこ行きですか。 Kono densha wa dokoiki desu ka. Where does this train go?

You probably want to see some sights outside of the city, and for that you’ll need to get around.

• 京都に行きたいです。 Kyouto ni ikitai desu. We want to go to Kyoto.
• 京都までの｛バスの切符・電車の切符｝が欲しいのですが。 Kyouto made no {basu no kippu/densha no kippu} ga hoshii no desu ga. I’d like a bus ticket/train ticket to Kyoto.
• チケットはいくらですか。 Chiketto wa ikura desu ka. How much does a ticket cost?
• 片道切符をお願いします。 Katamichi kippu o onegaishimasu. I want a one-way ticket.
• 往復切符をお願いします。 Oufuku kippu o onegaishimasu. I want a round-trip ticket.
• いつ｛電車・バス｝は出発しますか。 Itsu {densha/basu} wa shuppatsu shimasu ka. When does the train/bus leave?
• いつ｛電車・バス｝は到着しますか。 Itsu {densha/basu} wa touchaku shimasu ka. When does the train/bus arrive?
• この｛バス・電車｝は京都まで行きますか。 Kono {basu/densha} wa kyouto made ikimasu ka. Does this bus/train go to Kyoto?
• 京都までどのぐらいかかりますか。 Kyouto made dono gurai kakarimasu ka. How long does it take to go to Kyoto?
• レンタカーはどこですか。 Rentakaa wa doko desu ka. Where can I rent a car?
• ｛ビーチ・山・国立公園｝へはどうやって行けばいいですか。 {Biichi/Yama/Kokuritsu kouen} e wa dou yatte ikeba ii desu ka. How can I get to the beach/mountains/national park?
• いくらですか。 Ikura desu ka. How much does it cost?

When you’re traveling, you probably need to by all sorts of things. Let’s cover that vocabulary.

• どこで｛地図・お水・コーヒー｝が買えますか。 Doko de {chizu/omizu/koohii} ga kaemasu ka. Where can I buy a map/a bottle of water/a cup of coffee?
• どこで｛サングラス・頭痛薬・日焼け止め｝が買えますか。 Doko de {sangurasu/zutsuuyaku/hiyakedome} ga kaemasu ka. Where can I buy sunglasses/aspirin/sunscreen?
• どこで｛絵葉書・お土産｝が買えますか。 Doko de {ehagaki/omiyage} ga kaemasu ka. Where can I buy postcards/souvenirs?
• どこで｛食べ物・飲み物｝が買えますか。 Doko de {tabemono/nomimono} ga kaemasu ka. Where can I buy something to eat/something to drink?
• 値段を書いてください。 Nedan o kaite kudasai. Please write the price.
• 現金でいいですか。 Genkin de ii desu ka. Can I pay by cash?
• クレジットカードで払えますか。 Kurejitto kaado de haraemasu ka. Can I pay by credit card?
• 高過ぎます。 Takasugimasu. That’s too expensive.
• もう少し安いのはありますか。 Mou sukoshi yasuino wa arimasu ka. Do you have something less expensive?
• あれを見せていただけますか。 Are o misete itadakemasu ka. Can I see that, please?
• ｛これ・それ・あれ｝をいただきます。 {Kore/Sore/Are} o itadakimasu. I’ll take this/that/that over there.
• 試着してもいいですか。 Shichakushitemo ii desu ka. Can I try it on?

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Japanese Travel Phrases for an Enjoyable Trip to Japan

Are you traveling to Japan and want to learn practical Japanese travel phrases? This article is designed to help you learn the most useful Japanese words for travel.

It’s always good to learn basic words when you travel to a foreign country. Not only does it make getting around easier, but it also allows you to enjoy communicating with the locals.

In general, Japanese people are not so good at speaking English , free wifi services aren’t very prevalent (especially outside of the central cities), and Japan is still more of a cash-based society than you may think. However, Japanese people are very kind; they’ll listen to you patiently and do their best to help. So just use these basic Japanese travel phrases to talk to Japanese people when you want to ask something.

When you speak even a little bit of Japanese, locals will appreciate your effort and will be more friendly. Here’s JapanesePod101’s list of practical Japanese travel phrases for your travels to Japan!

Table of Contents

• Greeting/Communication
• Asking for Directions
• Restaurants
• When You Need Help
• Conclusion: How JapanesePod101 Can Help You Learn More Japanese

1. Greeting/Communication

To begin our list of essential Japanese travel phrases, we’ll go over greetings and basic travel phrases in Japanese for solid communication. These simple Japanese travel phrases can make a world of difference in your conversations and overall experience in Japan.

• Romanization: Kon’nichiwa
• English Translation: Hello

In terms of must-know Japanese travel phrases, you probably already know that this is the most common Japanese greeting word . You can say this to anybody for any occasion during the daytime.

• Romanization: Hai / Iie
• English Translation: Yes / No

Hai is “Yes” and it’s pronounced like the English word “Hi.” In Japan, saying yes also means that you understand. Iie is “No” and it’s pronounced ‘EE-eh.’

3- ありがとうございます

• Romanization: Arigatō gozaimasu
• English Translation: Thank you

Arigatō gozaimasu is the polite way to say “Thank you” in Japanese, and you can use this for any occasion. In case of a casual situation, you can just say Arigatō , or even more casually, Dōmo (どうも) which means “Thanks.”

4- いいえ、いりません

• Romanization: Iie, irimasen
• English Translation: No, thank you.

It literally means “No, I don’t need it,” in Japanese. At a restaurant, say this phrase when a waiter offers to fill your glass of water and you don’t want more.

• Romanization: Sumimasen
• English Translation: I’m sorry / Excuse me

This word is usually used to say “sorry” or “excuse me” . Say this when you bump into someone in a crowd or when you ask someone for directions. Japanese people also use this to mean “thank you,” in some cases, such as when someone picks up something you dropped.

• Romanization: Onegai shimasu
• English Translation: Please

When you request something, it’s polite to say Onegai shimasu . When someone offers you something and says please, she/he would say Dōzo (どうぞ) in Japanese.

• Romanization: Watashi wa XX desu.
• English Translation: I am XX.

Watashi is “I,” wa is “am/is/are,” and desu is a present-tense word that links subjects and predicates; it’s placed at the end of a sentence. You can put your name, or your nationality, such as: Watashi wa Amerika-jin desu (私はアメリカ人です) which means “I am American.”　　

8- 私は日本語がわかりません

• Romanization: Watashi wa nihongo ga wakarimasen.
• English Translation: I don’t understand Japanese.

Nihongo is stands for the Japanese language, and Wakarimasen means “I don’t understand.” If you don’t know something, you can just say Wakarimasen meaning “I don’t know.”

9- 英語を話せますか

• Romanization: Eigo o hanasemasu ka
• English Translation: Can you speak English?

This is one of the most useful Japanese phrases for travelers. Eigo means “English,” Hanasemasu is a polite way to say “I speak,” and ka is a word that you add to the end of a complete sentence to make a question.

10- 英語でお願いします

• Romanization: Eigo de onegai shimasu
• English Translation: English, please.

This is another important Japanese travel phrase. De is the particle, and in this case it means “by” or “by means of.” The phrase literally translates as “English by please.” You can also say M saizu de onegai shimasu (Mサイズでお願いします) which means “Medium size, please.”

2. Asking for Directions

One of the most important Japanese travel phrases you should know are directions . Here are some useful vocabulary words and two Japanese language travel phrases you need to know!

1- Vocabulary

• 駅 ( Eki ) : Station
• 地下鉄 ( Chikatetsu ) : Subway/Metro
• トイレ ( Toire ) : Toilet
• 銀行 ( Ginkō ) : Bank
• 切符売り場 ( Kippu uriba ) : Ticket machine/Office
• 観光案内所 ( Kankō annaijo ) : Tourist information office
• 入口 ( Iriguchi ) : Entrance
• 出口 ( Deguchi ) : Exit
• 右 ( Migi ) : Right
• 左 ( Hidari ) : Left
• まっすぐ ( Massugu ) : Straight
• 曲がる ( Magaru ) : Turn
• 交差点 ( Kōsaten ) : Intersection
• 角 ( Kado ) : Corner

2- XXはどこですか

• Romanization: XX wa doko desu ka
• English Translation: Where is XX?

Doko means “where” and you replace XX with the name of where you want to go.

For example

• Toire wa doko desu ka (Where is the toilet?)
• Deguchi wa doko desu ka (Where is an exit?)

3- XX e wa dō ikeba ii desu ka (XXへはどう行けばいいですか) : How can I go to XX?

• Romanization: XX e wa dō ikeba ii desu ka
• English Translation: How can I go to XX?

Dō is “how,” e is “to,” and ikeba ii can be translated as “good to go.” When you want to know how you can get somewhere, replace XX with where you want to go.

For example:

• Eki e wa dō ikeba ii desu ka (How can I go to the station?)
• Ginkō e wa dō ikeba ii desu ka (How can I go to the bank?)

4- Other Examples

1. この道をまっすぐ行きます ( Kono michi o massugu ikimasu. )：Go straight on this street.

Kono michi is “this street” and ikimasu is the polite way to say “Go.” O is a Japanese postpositional particle which indicates an object (in this case, kono michi ).

2. 次の角を右へ曲がります ( Tsugi no kado o migi e magarimasu. )：Turn right at the next corner.

Tsugi no kado means “next corner” and magarimasu is the polite way to say “Turn.” E is another postpositional particle that indicates direction; this can be translated as the English word “to.”

3. 交差点を渡って左へ行きます ( Kōsaten o watatte hidari e ikimasu. )：Cross an intersection and go to the left (direction).

Watatte is a conjugated form of wataru which means “cross.”

3. Shopping

You’ll definitely love shopping when traveling in Japan, and some of the best Japanese phrases for travel are those related to this fun past-time. Knowing some useful Japanese words will make your shopping even more enjoyable.

1- XXはありますか

• Romanization: XX wa arimasu ka
• English Translation: Do you have XX?

When you’re at a store and looking for something, you can use this phrase by replacing XX with what you want.

• Romanization: Ikura desu ka
• English Translation: How much is it?

This is probably one of the most useful Japanese words for traveling and shopping. You can say Ikura desu ka in many situations, such as when you’re shopping, buying tickets, paying for a taxi, etc.

• Romanization: Menzei dekimasu ka
• English Translation: Can you do a tax exemption?

Did you know that, as a traveler, you can get a sales tax exemption when you purchase things greater than 5,000 yen? Menzei is “tax exempted” and dekimasu means “can do.” Don’t forget to say this when you buy something big!

• Romanization: Kore wa nan desu ka
• English Translation: What is this?

Kore is “this” and nan is another form of nani which means “what.” There are many unique foods, gadgets, and things which are unique to Japan, so when you wonder what it is, point to it and say this phrase.

• Romanization: Kore o kaimasu
• English Translation: I’ll buy this.

Kaimasu is the conjugation of the verb kau , which means “buy.”

6- カードは使えますか

• Romanization: Kādo wa tsukaemasu ka
• English Translation: Can I use a credit card?

Kādo is “card” and you pronounce it just like the English word “card.” Tsukaemasu is a conjugation of the potential form of the verb tsukau which means “use.” This phrase is useful when you want to use your card at small shops and restaurants.

4. Restaurants

Japan has an array of delicious foods, of which sushi and ramen are just the tip of the iceberg. Amazingly, Tokyo is the city with the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world, for several consecutive years. Enjoy yummy food at restaurants with useful Japanese words for restaurants and easy Japanese travel phrases related to food.

• 英語のメニュー ( Eigo no menyū ) : English menu
• ベジタリアンのメニュー ( Bejitarian no menyū ) : Vegetarian menu
• 豚肉を含まないメニュー ( Butaniku o fukumanai menyū ) : Menu without pork
• 水 ( Mizu ) : Water
• 白/赤ワイン ( Shiro / Aka wain ) : White / Red wine

2- XXはありますか

When you want to ask if the restaurant has something you want, say this phrase (replacing XX with what you want).

• Eigo no menyū wa arimasu ka (Do you have an English menu?)
• Aka wain wa arimasu ka (Do you have red wine?)
• Romanization: XX o kudasai
• English Translation: Can I have XX?

This is another very useful phrase. Simply replace XX with what you want. You can also use this versatile phrase in various occasions, such as when shopping, choosing something, etc.

• Kore o kudasai (Can I have this?)
• Mizu o kudasai (Can I have water?)

4- お会計お願いします

• Romanization: O-kaikei onegai shimasu
• English Translation: Check, please.

O-kaikei means “check.” In Japan, people often cross their index fingers in front of their face as a gesture to indicate “check, please” at casual restaurants. However, when you’re at a nice restaurant, simply tell a waiter: O-kaikei onegai shimasu .

5. When You Need Help

Sometimes you get faced with unexpected emergencies while you’re traveling. Japan is famous for being one of the safest countries in the world, but you might fall very ill or be caught in a great earthquake.

1- Vocabularies

• 警察 ( Keisatsu ) : Police
• 病院 ( Byōin ) : Hospital
• 救急車 ( Kyūkyūsha ) : Ambulance
• ドラッグストア/薬局 ( Doraggu sutoa / Yakkyoku ) : Drug Store/Pharmacy
• タクシー ( Takushī ) : Taxi

2- XXを呼んでください

• Romanization: XX o yonde kudasai
• English Translation: Can you call XX?

When you’re severely ill or in case of emergency, let people know by using this phrase. Japanese people will kindly help you.

• Yūkyūsha o yonde kudasai (Can you call an ambulance?)
• Keisatsu o yonde kudasai (Can you call the police?)

3- どこでインターネットを使えますか

• Romanization: Doko de intānetto o tsukaemasu ka
• English Translation: Where can I use the internet?

Although large cities in Japan provide free public wifi at major stations, metros, and cafes, you may need to find internet access in smaller cities. Remember that there will be kind Japanese people who will share their personal hotspots, or look things up for you with their own phones, as well.

4- 電話を貸してください

• Romanization: Denwa o kashite kudasai
• English Translation: Can I use your phone?

Denwa is “phone” and kashite is a conjugation word of kasu , which means “lend.” This phrase is literally translated as “Please lend (me) a phone.”

• Romanization: Tasukete kudasai
• English Translation: Please help me.

I believe this phrase is the last thing you would ever use in Japan, but in case something does happen, this is useful survival Japanese for tourists.

6. Conclusion: How JapanesePod101 Can Help You Learn More Japanese

I hope this article of Japanese travel phrases is helpful and that you’ll enjoy your trip to Japan!

If you would like to learn more about the Japanese language, you’ll find more useful content on JapanesePod101.com . We provide a variety of free lessons for you to improve your Japanese language skills.

We also have YouTube channel: JapanesePod101 . It’s fun to learn Japanese through watching videos and listening to actual Japanese pronunciation, so we recommend you check it out!

Don’t forget to study with our free Japanese vocabulary lists , read more insightful blog posts like this one, and download our mobile apps to learn anywhere, anytime! Whatever your reason for learning Japanese , know that we’re here to help and you can do it ! Keep in mind that the best way to learn Japanese phrases for travel is repetition and practice.

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Mastering Language: How to Say ‘Trip’ in Japanese

Are you planning a trip to Japan and want to enhance your language skills? Knowing how to say common terms like ‘trip’ will help you communicate more effectively and immerse yourself in Japanese culture. In this section, we will explore different ways to express the word ‘trip’ in Japanese, including the Japanese word for trip , how to say it, and other useful terminology.

To say ‘trip’ in Japanese, you can use the word “tabi” (旅), which specifically refers to a trip or journey. It’s pronounced as “tah-bee” with a slight emphasis on the second syllable. Understanding how to say this common term will allow you to express yourself more clearly when discussing your travels or experiences in Japanese.

It’s important to note that expressing the term ‘trip’ in Japanese goes beyond mere translation. Japan has a unique culture surrounding travel, and phrases like “omiyage” (souvenirs) and “tabemono” (local food) play a significant role in travel discussions. Incorporating these cultural aspects into your language use will help you connect with Japanese speakers on a deeper level.

In addition to the word ‘tabi’, there are other useful terms related to trips in Japanese. Understanding the trip terminology in Japanese will add depth to your language skills and enhance your communication. Stay tuned to learn more about the Japanese word for trip and other related vocabulary!

What is the Japanese Word for Trip?

The Japanese word for trip is “ryokō” (旅行). This term is commonly used to describe a journey or excursion, whether it’s for leisure or business purposes. When discussing your travels or experiences in Japanese, knowing this word can be incredibly useful.

Here, “ryokō” is written in kanji (Chinese characters), but it can also be written in hiragana as “りょこう” and in katakana as “リョコウ”.

Japanese Word for Trip: Pronunciation

In Japanese, each syllable is pronounced with equal emphasis, meaning there are no stressed syllables like in English. To pronounce “ryokō” correctly, break it down into two syllables: “ryo” and “kō”. The “r” sound is pronounced with a slight roll of the tongue, while the “kō” sound is pronounced with a long “o” sound, similar to the word “go”.

Overall, “ryokō” should be pronounced as “ree-yo-koh” with each syllable taking up equal time.

How Do You Say Trip in Japanese?

If you’re planning a trip to Japan, it’s useful to know how to say the word ‘trip’ in Japanese. The Japanese word for trip is “tabi” (旅), and it is commonly used to refer to a journey or excursion.

Pronouncing ‘tabi’ correctly is crucial. Remember to say it as “tah-bee,” with a slight emphasis on the second syllable.

So, if you want to ask someone about their trip, you can say, “Tabi wa dou deshita ka?” (旅はどうでしたか?), which translates to “How was your trip?”

Knowing how to say ‘trip’ in Japanese will enable you to converse more effectively with locals, especially when discussing your travel experiences.

Other Words Related to Trips in Japanese

Aside from ‘tabi,’ there are other useful words in Japanese related to trips. Here are a few examples:

Learning these words will help you communicate more effectively, especially in a business context.

In conclusion, knowing how to say ‘trip’ in Japanese is essential if you plan to travel to Japan or communicate with Japanese speakers about your travel experiences. Practice saying ‘tabi’ correctly and be sure to use other related words to enhance your language skills.

Expressing Trip in Japanese: Other Terminology

Aside from “tabi,” the Japanese word for trip, there are other useful terms related to traveling in Japan. Understanding these terms will help you communicate more effectively with Japanese speakers and enhance your cultural understanding. Here are a few examples:

When discussing your trip experiences with Japanese speakers, incorporating these terms will demonstrate your understanding of Japanese culture and make for more engaging conversations.

Trip Translated to Japanese: Cultural Understanding

When it comes to expressing the concept of a trip in Japanese , it’s not just about translating the term. Understanding the cultural nuances associated with travel is crucial in communicating effectively with Japanese speakers.

Travel is highly valued in Japanese culture, and often involves bringing back souvenirs, known as “omiyage” in Japanese. This can be anything from small trinkets to local food specialties. It’s important to consider incorporating these aspects into your trip conversations to connect with your Japanese counterparts on a deeper level.

Beyond the word “ryokō” (旅行) for trip, it’s useful to be familiar with other related terminology such as “tabemono” (食べ物) for food and “kanko” (観光) for sightseeing. Incorporating these terms can help you better express your travel experiences and connect with Japanese speakers on a cultural level.

Remember, communication is not just about the words we say but also the cultural context we bring to the conversation. By understanding and incorporating cultural nuances related to travel, you can master the language and connect more effectively with those around you.

Q: How do I say ‘trip’ in Japanese?

A: To say ‘trip’ in Japanese, you can use the word “tabi” (旅). It specifically refers to a trip or journey and can be used in various contexts, such as discussing a vacation or a business trip. Remember to pronounce it as “tah-bee” with a slight emphasis on the second syllable.

Q: What is the Japanese word for trip?

A: The Japanese word for trip is “ryokō” (旅行). It is a commonly used term to describe a journey or excursion. Understanding this word will enable you to discuss your travels and experiences in Japanese.

Q: Are there any other useful terms related to trips in Japanese?

A: Apart from the word ‘tabi’, there are some other useful terms related to trips in Japanese. Here are a few examples:

Q: How can I understand the cultural nuances associated with the concept of a trip in Japan?

A: Expressing the term ‘trip’ in Japanese goes beyond mere translation. It is important to consider the cultural nuances associated with travel in Japan. Travel is highly valued in Japanese culture, and phrases like “omiyage” (souvenirs) and “tabemono” (local food) play a significant role in travel discussions. Understanding and incorporating these cultural aspects will help you connect with Japanese speakers on a deeper level.

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• We use the expression one-way to talk about taking a trip in one direction only; in other words, going somewhere but not returning. We use the expression round-trip to talk about both going AND returning. Be Careful! We say “a round-trip ticket”, NOT “a round ticket”.
• one-way は、一方向だけに旅行することについて話すときに使います。つまり、片道、ということです。 round-trip は、往復について話すときに使います。 注意: a round-trip ticketとは言いますが、a round ticket とは言いません。
• The fare from Tokyo to Osaka is about 14,000 yen one-way .
• a:  How long will it take to get there? b:  About three hours one-way .
• a:  I'd like to buy a ticket to Sacramento, please. b:  Are you flying one-way or round-trip ?
• A round-trip ticket from New York to London costs about $600 on that airline.

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Japanese Phrases for Travelers (A Cheat Sheet)

When traveling through Japan, it is VERY helpful to have some Japanese phrases under your belt. On my visit there, I found that many people I encountered did not speak English, so I’m so glad that I took some time to a (little) bit of Japanese before my visit.

Keep reading for a list of the top Japanese phrases for travelers, as well as some general information on the language and tips on how to start learning on your own! Your trip to Kyoto , Tokyo , and beyond will be better because of it.

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Japanese Language Overview

Language history.

The exact origins of Japanese are disputed by top linguists, as there is evidence that it could have originated from either the Polynesian, Chinese, or the Ural-Altaic languages. For a time, many scholars agreed that Japanese is part of the Ural-Altaic language family, which also includes Turkish, Korean, Manchu, and Mongolian. Japanese has been compared with Korean due to similarities in structure, use, and grammar, but the relation is still debated. Today, it the only major language whose origin is still unknown.

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Japanese phrases pdf.

This free download includes all the key Japanese phrases that you will need for your travels to Japan. In addition, get details on the best resources to improve your speaking and listening skills as well.

Japanese language history can be split into five main periods:

• Old Japanese (Prior to 8th Century)
• Late Old Japanese (9th – 11th Century)
• Middle Japanese (12th – 16th Century)
• Early Modern Japanese (17th-18th Century)
• Modern Japanese (19th Century – now)

Japanese has been a recognized language for the past 1200 years, from around the 8th century AD, where the earliest Japanese writings have been found. Some earlier evidence of the Japanese language has appeared in Chinese writings from as early as the 3rd century AD, but it is not known how long the language has existed on the island.

The Language Today

Today, Japanese is spoken by over 125 million people, most of whom reside in Japan. It is not the official language of Japan, but is the de facto national language of Japan. The standard form of the language is called hyojungo “standard Japanese or kyostugo “common language”. This is the variety of the language that is taught in schools and used in TV and official communications.

There are dozens of dialects spoken throughout Japan, as with many old languages. Some differences are more minor (e.g., changes to pronunciation or words used), while other dialects are so distinct from each other that they are mutually unintelligible. This is most often the case for dialects coming from peripheral regions, mountain villages, or isolated islands in the country.

I will also note, there are other languages spoken in Okinawa, as well as the Ryukyu and Amami Islands, known as the Ryukyuan languages. These languages are part of the Japonic language family, and some are considered endangered languages by UNESCO. Their decline is use is due to a shift in greater use of Standard Japanese and other dialects.

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Japanese Script

An interesting fact about Japanese that did not know until recently, is that Japanese has no genetic relationship to Chinese. Which was surprising to me because the language does use mostly Chinese characters in its written script. There have been two methods of using Chinese script – the first by using them as characters to represent an object or idea. The second method involves using the script to pronounce Japanese words phonetically – which is not widely done today.

Over time, the Japanese script has been modified from the traditional Chinese characters with the overall simplification of some characters. Additionally, there has been the incorporation of hiragana characters, which are also simplified and have a more rounded appearance.

Additional Observations on Japanese

For the true language nerds out here are a few interesting facts about Japanese:

• There are no diphthongs in Japanese, only monophthongs, demonstrating that all Japanese vowels are “pure”
• Word order is classified as subject-object-verb, but the only strict rule there is that the verb must be at the end of the sentence
• The culture in Japan is VERY polite, and that is also represented in the spoken language as there is an extensive grammatical structure to express politeness, formality, and even differing levels of social status

Basic Japanese Words and Pronunciation

Japanese greetings – formal.

Here are some basic formal greetings (hi / goodbye) that you’d use on a regular day.

• Hello/Good day – Konnichiwa (こんにちは今日は)
• Good morning – Ohayō Gozaimasu (おはよう ございます お早う御座います)
• Good evening – Konbanwa (こんばんは)
• Good night – Shitsurei shimasu (しつれい　します 失礼します)
• Goodbye – Sayōnara (さようなら)

Note, when greeting others in Japan be sure to accompany your words with a slight bow. This bow is often done again when saying goodbye as well.

Japanese Greetings – Informal

If you stay in Japan for a time and make friends, it may be appropriate for you to incorporate informal greetings into your vocabulary:

• Hi – Yā (やあ)
• Hey/Yo – Yō (よう)
• What’s Up? – Saikin dō? (さいきんどう最近どう)
• Bye – Jā / Jā ne (じゃあ　/　じゃあ　ね)
• See you soon – Mata ne (また　ね)
• See you again – Jā mata (じゃあ　また)
• See you tomorrow – Mata ashita (また　あした また明日)
• Be well – Genki De (げんき　で 元気で)

Top 30 Japanese Phrases

Outside of Japanese greetings, here are the top 30 phrases that you should learn before visiting Japan:

• Hello – Kon’nichiwa (こんにちは)
• Yes – Hai ( はい)
• No – Iie (いいえ)
• Thank you – Arigatō* (ありがとう)
• Excuse me – Sumimasen* (すみません) – This phrase is important when trying to get the attention of your waiter in restaurants, and when passing people in tight quarters.
• Please – O-negai shimasu (おねがいします)
• You’re welcome – Dōitashimashite (どういたしまして)
• I’m sorry – Gomennasai (ごめんなさい)
• Do you speak English? – Eigo o hanasemasu ka (えいごをはなせますか。)
• I only speak a little Japanese – Watashi wa nihongo ga sukoshi shika hanasemasen. (わたしは　にほんごがすこししか　はなせません。)
• What is your name? – O-namae wa nan desu ka. (おなまえはなんですか。)
• My name is __ – Watashi no namae wa ___ desu. (わたしのなまえは　かおりです)
• How are you? – O-genki desu ka. (おげんきですか。)
• I’m fine, thanks – Genki desu. (げんきです)
• I’m very glad to meet you – Oaidekite ureshī desu. (おあいできて　うれしいです。)
• I don’t understand – Wakarimasen (わかりません。)
• What did you say? – Nante iimashita ka. (なんていいましたか。)
• Can you speak more slowly? – Motto yukkuri hanashite kudasai. (もっと　ゆっくりはなしてください。)
• I understand you perfectly. – Yoku wakarimasu. (よくわかります。)
• How much is it? – Ikura desu ka? (いくらですか？)
• Do you have ___? – ______ wa arimasu ka? (はありますか)
• Help! – Tasukete (助けて。)
• I don’t need it. – Iranai (いらない)
• Great! / I’m glad! – Yokatta (良かった)
• Are you okay? – Daijoubu desu ka. (大丈夫ですか)
• What happened? – Doushitanda. (どうしたんだ)
• Welcome – Irasshaimase. ( いらっしゃいませ)
• How much does it cost? – Ikura kakarimasu ka? (いくらかかりますか？)
• It costs. .. – Hiyō ga kakarimasu (費用がかかります)

Note: I’ve put an asterisk by the phrases that I used the most while traveling through Japan.

Counting to 10 in Japanese

There are two methods of counting in Japanese: 1) Sino-Japanese and 2) Native Japanese. Sino-Japanese is used most often (by far), so this is what is demonstrated in the tabel below:

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Pronouncing Japanese the Right Way

Check out this video from a native speaker that covers pronunciation for many of the phrases listed above. For best results, practice saying the words out loud so that you get used to speaking them.

Japanese Travel Phrases PDF

Keep your learning going by downloading this Japanese Phrases PDF. You will be able to practice as needed before your trip!

FAQs about Learning Japanese for Travel

Before your trip to Japan, some common phrases you should learn are “Arigatou gozaimasu” (Thank you very much), “Sumimasen” (Excuse me/I’m sorry), “Konnichiwa” (Hello), “O-genki desu ka?” (How are you?), and “Eigo o hanashimasu ka?” (Do you speak English?).

Japanese people often say “Ittekimasu” (I’ll go and come back) before leaving their home, which is a polite way of saying they are heading out. Similarly, upon returning, they say “Tadaima” (I’m back) to announce their arrival.

The Japanese word for travel is “tabi” (旅).

Some must-know phrases for Japanese travel include “Doko desu ka?” (Where is it?), “Ikura desu ka?” (How much does it cost?), “Eki wa doko desu ka?” (Where is the train station?), “Kudasai” (Please/give me), and “Osusume no o-sake wa arimasu ka?” (Do you have any recommended sake?).

Some cool Japanese phrases include “Yoroshiku onegaishimasu” (Please take care of it/Thank you in advance), “Kawaii” (Cute), “Oishii” (Delicious), “Ganbatte” (Good luck/Do your best), and “Natsukashii” (Nostalgic).

Learning Japanese for Travel | Final Recommendations

That wraps my list of essential Japanese phrases for travelers. Now that you know WHAT you need to learn, the next step is to take it into practice. I suggest that you do that by downloading the attached PDF of key Japanese phrases, and practice the phrases daily for at least a month before your trip.

To complement learning these phrases, there are a few additional resources that you may find helpful:

• iTalki – On this site you can practice with a tutor, formal teacher, or others just seeking to do a language exchange (for free!). The paid lessons have very cheap options, with some as low as $5 an hour. Check it out!
• LigoPie – Practice listening and reading Japanese with videos. You can make changes to the speed you are listening to as well. This is the best way to rapidly increase your comprehension skills!
• Japanese Pod – There are so many free resources on the website and through the podcast they offer. There are paid options as well.
• Duolingo – I don’t find this app useful for practicing spoken language, but it will help you remember key phrases through repetition.

Have you studied Japanese before? Let me know if you have any additional tips in the comments below!

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Christen Thomas is the founder of TravelWanderGrow, established in 2018. She has lived abroad and traveled extensively to over 30 countries. In addition, she is a certified Travel Advisor and is an expert in planning trips focused on city history and culture. As a frequent traveler, she also shares tips on how to prepare to travel well and how to save money while doing so.

Pinning this for later as we’re hoping to visit Japan in the next few years. Great breakdown of the common phrases. I had a Japanese roommate in high school so I’ve heard a lot of these phrases, but never knew how to spell them – so interesting!

Glad you have found the guide helpful, Emily! Hope you get to practice the phrases soon :).

I am Korean-American & can speak conversational Korean. I feel I would be able to easily pickup Japanese but they seem to talk so fast! Thanks for sharing this post! My husband & I hope to visit Japan later this fall…it will come handy!

Doesn’t it always seem that others speak so fast when you are learning a language? Hopefully you can put these to good use on your trip to Japan!

Very useful and interesting. Thank you! Keep it coming

Glad you found it helpful, Oliver!

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How to Say ‘I’m Traveling’ and Talk About Travel in Japanese**

Traveling is a wonderful way to explore new places, cultures, and experiences. When discussing travel in Japanese, you can enhance your interactions and connect with others who share a passion for exploration. In this guide, we’ll delve into how to say “I’m traveling” and engage in conversations about travel in the Japanese language.

**I’m Traveling:**

1. **旅行しています (Ryokou shiteimasu):**

   To express “I’m traveling,” use the phrase “旅行しています.” This straightforward phrase conveys your current journey and sense of adventure.

2. **出張中です (Shucchou-chuu desu):**

   If you’re on a business trip, say “出張中です,” which means “I’m on a business trip.” This phrase differentiates between leisure travel and work-related travel.

**Discussing Travel:**

1. **旅行の計画を立てています (Ryokou no keikaku o tateteimasu):**

   To discuss travel plans, use this phrase, which means “I’m making travel plans.” It’s a great way to initiate conversations about your upcoming adventures.

2. **新しい場所を探索しています (Atarashii basho o sousaku shiteimasu):**

   When talking about exploring new places, say “I’m exploring new locations.” This phrase captures the essence of discovery during your travels.

3. **異文化を体験しています (Ibunka o taiken shiteimasu):**

   If you’re experiencing different cultures, use this phrase, which means “I’m experiencing different cultures.” It reflects the enriching aspect of travel.

4. **観光名所を巡っています (Kankou meisho o megutteimasu):**

   When discussing visiting tourist attractions, say “I’m touring tourist spots.” It’s a way to share your sightseeing adventures.

5. **地元の食事を楽しんでいます (Jimoto no shokuji o tanoshindeimasu):**

   To talk about enjoying local cuisine, use this phrase, which means “I’m enjoying local meals.” It’s perfect for conversations about culinary experiences.

**Sharing Travel Experiences:**

1. **美しい景色を見つけました (Utsukushii keshiki o mitsukemashita):**

   Share your awe by saying “I found beautiful scenery.” It’s a way to express your admiration for the picturesque views you encountered.

2. **素敵な人々と出会いました (Suteki na hitobito to deaimashita):**

   To talk about meeting wonderful people, say “I met lovely individuals.” This phrase emphasizes the social aspect of travel.

3. **貴重な体験をしています (Kichou na taiken o shiteimasu):**

   Express that you’re having valuable experiences by saying “I’m having precious experiences.” This phrase underscores the transformative nature of travel.

**Asking About Travel:**

1. **どこに行っていますか？ (Doko ni itteimasu ka?):**

   To ask “Where are you going?” use this question. It’s a common way to inquire about someone’s travel destination.

2. **旅行は好きですか？ (Ryokou wa suki desu ka?):**

   To ask “Do you like to travel?” use this question. It’s a way to initiate a conversation about someone’s travel preferences.

3. **どんなところがお気に入りですか？ (Donna tokoro ga okiniiri desu ka?):**

   To ask about favorite places, say “What places do you like?” This question can lead to discussions about preferred travel destinations.

**Discussing Travel Plans:**

1. **次はどこに行く予定ですか？ (Tsugi wa doko ni iku yotei desu ka?):**

   To ask about someone’s upcoming travel plans, use this question, which means “Where are you planning to go next?”

2. **休暇にどこかへ行くつもりです (Kyuuka ni dokoka e iku tsumori desu):**

   If you’re planning to go somewhere for vacation, say “I plan to go somewhere for vacation.” This phrase indicates your holiday intentions.

3. **友達と旅行する予定です (Tomodachi to ryokou suru yotei desu):**

   If you’re planning to travel with friends, use this phrase, which means “I plan to travel with friends.” It reflects your social travel plans.

**Sharing Travel Tips:**

1. **現地の言葉を学ぶと便利ですよ (Genchi no kotoba o manabu to benri desu yo):**

   Offer a travel tip by saying “It’s useful to learn the local language.” This advice can enhance communication during your travels.

2. **旅行前に気候を調べておくといいです

 (Ryokou mae ni kikou o shirabete oku to ii desu):**

   Suggest researching the climate before traveling by saying “It’s a good idea to check the weather before traveling.” This tip helps with packing appropriately.

3. **地元の食事を試してみることをお勧めします (Jimoto no shokuji o tameshite miru koto o osusume shimasu):**

   Recommend trying local cuisine by saying “I recommend trying local meals.” This suggestion encourages immersive cultural experiences.

In conclusion, discussing travel in Japanese involves a variety of phrases and expressions that allow you to convey your travel plans, share experiences, ask about others’ adventures, and provide valuable tips. Traveling is a universal language that opens doors to new experiences and connections. Whether you’re exploring historical sites, enjoying culinary delights, or immersing yourself in different cultures, using these phrases will help you engage in meaningful conversations about your journeys.

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How to Say “Have a Great Trip” in Japanese: Formal and Informal Ways

When travelling to Japan or communicating with Japanese people, it’s always helpful to know how to express well wishes for a great trip. In this guide, we will explore the formal and informal ways to say “Have a great trip” in Japanese, along with some additional regional variations if necessary. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced learner, these tips and examples will surely enhance your language skills. So, let’s get started!

Formal Ways to Say “Have a Great Trip”

When speaking to someone older, higher in status, or in a professional setting, it’s important to use formal language. Here are some phrases you can use to express your well wishes for a great trip:

1. ご旅行をお楽しみください。 Translation: Please enjoy your trip.

In this phrase, “ご旅行” (go-ryokō) means “trip” and “お楽しみください” (o-tanoshimi-kudasai) means “please enjoy.” This is a polite and commonly used expression to wish someone an enjoyable trip.

2. 素晴らしい旅をお過ごしください。 Translation: Have a wonderful trip.

This phrase, “素晴らしい旅” (subarashii tabi), means “wonderful trip” and “お過ごしください” (o-sugoshi-kudasai) means “please have.” It’s a polite way to wish someone a fantastic journey.

3. 一等旅行をお楽しみください。 Translation: Please enjoy your first-class trip.

If you want to specifically wish someone a first-class trip, you can use this phrase: “一等旅行” (ittō ryokō) means “first-class trip,” and “お楽しみください” (o-tanoshimi-kudasai) means “please enjoy.”

Informal Ways to Say “Have a Great Trip”

In personal and casual conversations, it’s common to use informal language. Here are some informal phrases to wish someone a great trip:

1. 良い旅を。 Translation: Have a good trip.

This simple and friendly phrase, “良い旅” (yoi tabi), means “good trip.” It’s commonly used among friends and acquaintances to wish someone a safe and enjoyable journey.

2. 楽しい旅を。 Translation: Have a fun trip.

“楽しい旅” (tanoshii tabi), meaning “fun trip,” is another informal way to wish someone a great travel experience. Use this phrase with your close friends or family members.

3. 心地よい旅を。 Translation: Have a pleasant trip.

If you want to express wishes for a pleasant and relaxing trip, you can use this phrase: “心地よい旅” (kokochi-yoi tabi) translates to “pleasant trip” and conveys warm sentiments to the person you’re speaking to.

Regional Variations

While Japanese is the official language of Japan, the country has several dialects and regional variations. Here are a few regional variations of how to wish someone a great trip:

1. 行ってらっしゃい。 Translation: Take care (in Kansai dialect).

In the Kansai region, which includes cities like Osaka and Kyoto, people often use “行ってらっしゃい” (itte-rasshai) to say “take care” or “have a great trip” before someone leaves. This expression shows kindness and consideration for the person’s well-being during their journey.

2. バイバイ、楽しんできてね。 Translation: Bye, have fun (in casual Tokyo dialect).

In Tokyo and other parts of eastern Japan, a casual way to express wishes for a fun trip is to say “バイバイ、楽しんできてね” (bai bai, tanoshinde kite ne). This phrase is commonly used among friends and peers.

Now you are equipped with various ways to express well wishes for a great trip in Japanese, both formally and informally. Remember to consider the context and your relationship with the person you’re speaking to when choosing the appropriate phrase. Whether you’re aiming for a polite or casual tone, these phrases will surely make your conversations more heartfelt and enjoyable. So go ahead, practice these expressions, and have a fantastic journey!

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What is the translation of "one-way ticket" in Japanese?

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Similar translations for "one-way ticket" in japanese.

• one-thousandth
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• American English : one-way / ˈwʌnˌweɪ /
• Brazilian Portuguese : de mão única
• Chinese : 单向行驶的
• European Spanish : de sentido único
• French : à sens unique
• German : Einbahn-
• Italian : a senso unico
• Japanese : 一方通行の
• Korean : 일방통행의
• European Portuguese : de sentido único
• Spanish : de sentido único
• Thai : ที่เป็นทางเดียว

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