Learn Japan in 30-second reels
Real phrases for the konbini, the restaurant, the train — each with romaji and English, ready to use the second you land.
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Beginner
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You Gave Up Your Seat in Japan and Got Turned Down. There's a Tiny Lie That Fixes It.
tsugi de orimasu node, dōzo · I'm getting off at the next stop, so please, go ahead.
Survival
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You Are Bowing Way Too Much in Japan. This Is the One People Actually Use.
eshaku · a small nod bow
Survival
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You Bought the Festival Food. Now Do Not Take a Single Step.
tabearuki kinshi · no eating while walking
Survival
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Don't Wear These Out of the Bathroom in Japan
toire no surippa · the toilet slippers
Survival
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Need a Bathroom in Japan? Say THIS — Not 'Toilet Doko'
Toire, o-kari shite mo ii desu ka? · May I use your restroom?
Intermediate
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Japan's Rainy-Season Rule Tourists Always Miss
Kasa, koko de ii desu ka? · Is it okay to leave my umbrella here?
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