The Japanese language has many funny expressions to represent their feelings and ideas. These expressions are connected to their culture, customs, and tradition. Here are 10 funny Japanese phrases that will amuse you or may even make you laugh. However, you can actually use these phrases in conversations to impress your Japanese friends! If you … Read more
Proverbs are used a lot in Japanese conversations. There are approximately 43,000 Japanese proverbs, according to the Great Dictionary of Tradition and Proverbs. Many of them are deeply rooted in traditional Japanese culture. Using common Japanese proverbs in conversations will surprise your friends with your knowledge and make conversations effective and exciting. This article will … Read more
Whether you’re settling into your Japanese homestay, trying to fit in better at the office, or just wanting to make some new friends, you’ve probably heard these phrases: ittekimasu, itterasshai, tadaima, and okaerinasai. It’s safe to say that people in Japan use them every day! But what do they mean? Let’s take a look at the definitions of these vital Japanese … Read more
If you’ve watched anime or other Japanese media, you’ve probably heard the phrases いただきます(itadakimasu) and ごちそうさまでした (gochisousama deshita). But what do they mean? When eating food is involved, Itadakimasu is translated as, “I receive this meal.” Gochisousama deshita means “thank you for the meal.” However, there are deeper meanings to both of these humble Japanese phrases. In this article, we’ll be … Read more
If you’re studying Japanese, then you know it can be a tricky language. However, it can also be an incredibly useful language. In this article, we’re going to look at some ultra useful Japanese words and phrases that are so handy we only wish they had an English equivalent. Most of these will be helpful … Read more
If you need to visit a doctor in Japan, you might run into some difficulties when communicating. While there are English speaking doctors or staff at some clinics and hospitals in Japan, the majority of places only understand Japanese. Even if you can find an English-speaking doctor, they might not be completely fluent and might … Read more