Articles about Japanese Phrases

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

How to Say Hi and Hello in Japanese: Useful Greetings by Context

The best Japanese greeting depends on the time, relationship, setting, and type of conversation.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2025

Atarimae – How to Say “Obvious” in Japanese?

Six Japanese words that let you say “obvious” naturally in any situation.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2019

What does Yare Yare Daze mean?

Origin, word-by-word breakdown, and meaning of Jotaro's signature catchphrase from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

How to Propose in Japanese: Phrases and Etiquette

The best Japanese proposal lines, their tone, and the customs that still matter.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Japanese phrases for WhatsApp and social status

Kanji, romaji, and English meaning for status, bio, and captions

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Japanese restaurant phrases for ordering food and drinks

Kanji, romaji, and plain English for ordering drinks and food, asking for the menu or bill, special requests, and takeout.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Basic Japanese Questions for Travelers and Everyday Talk

Polite and casual question patterns you can reuse on a trip or in a simple conversation.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Japan Immigration Questions: Answers and Useful Japanese Phrases

Japanese phrases and practical tips for passport control in Japan

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Japan Airport Immigration: Visit Japan Web, Customs, and Useful Phrases

From Visit Japan Web QR codes to fingerprints, customs, and airport Japanese — a clear path for first arrival.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Feelings and Emotions in Japanese

A practical vocabulary list for emotions in Japanese, with example sentences and the fine line between similar “happy” words.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Star Wars quotes in Japanese

Iconic franchise lines in Japanese, with romaji and notes on how subtitles and dubs reshape the same English quote.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Differences between Sumimasen and Gomennasai

Two Japanese “sorry” words — and when each one actually fits

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Japanese Greetings and Goodbyes: When to Use Each Phrase

A practical guide to Japanese greetings, polite expressions, and everyday goodbyes.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

What is the difference between Kudasai and Onegai?

Same English word, different jobs: when kudasai fits and when onegaishimasu is the better please.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Japanese Directions: Cardinal Points, Location Words, and Useful Phrases

A practical guide to cardinal directions, map vocabulary, and everyday phrases for asking or giving directions in Japanese.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Japanese Hotel Phrases for Travelers: Check-In, Requests, and Vocabulary

A practical guide to Japanese hotel phrases for check-in, room requests, and check-out during a stay in Japan.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

How to Say "Really?", "No Way!", and "Amazing!" in Japanese

Natural Japanese reactions for surprise, doubt, praise, and active listening.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2014

What Does Doko Mean in Japanese? どこ Explained with Examples

A practical guide to どこ, with natural example sentences, particle differences and common expressions you will actually hear.