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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Survival
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Everyone Ordered but You Can't Read the Menu? Just Say 'Same for Me'
onaji de onegai shimasu · The same, please.
Intermediate
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How to Order Hot Snacks at the Konbini Counter
kore, kudasai · this one, please
Intermediate
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The Summer Sign That Means 'Order This Now' in Japan
Hiyashi-chūka, kudasai. · Hiyashi-chūka, please. (cold summer noodles)
Beginner
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Japan Hands You a Hot Towel — Don't Use It Wrong
oshibori · wet hand towel
Intermediate
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The Ramen Shop Machine That Confuses Every Tourist
shokken · meal ticket (buy it from the machine first)
Intermediate
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The Food Paradise Hiding Under Japanese Department Stores
depachika · department-store basement food hall
Intermediate
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What to Order at a Japanese Summer Festival
takoyaki kudasai · Takoyaki, please
Intermediate
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How to Order Gyōza Like You Belong There
gyōza wo onegaishimasu · Gyōza, please
Intermediate
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Why Japanese People Say This Before Every Meal
itadakimasu · I gratefully receive (said before eating)
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