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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Booked a Ryokan? Breakfast Is Half the Reason You Came. Ask What Time It Starts.
asagohan wa nanji desu ka · What time is breakfast?
Survival
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At a Japanese Konbini, the Clerk Asks About a Bag. Saying No Saves You Money.
fukuro wa irimasen · I don't need a bag
Survival
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Hurt Yourself in Japan? The One Word the Doctor Needs to Hear
itai · it hurts / ouch
Beginner
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Want to Try On That Jacket in Tokyo? Say This Before You Step In
Kore o shichaku shite mo ii desu ka? · May I try this on?
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?
Survival
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The Great Trash Can Hunt
gomi-bako wa doko desu ka? · where is the trash can?
Survival
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Asking for Help Politely
sumimasen, tasukete kudasai · Excuse me, please help me
Beginner
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Locals Eat THIS to Survive Japan's Summer (Not Just Water)
shio-ame · salt candy
Survival
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I'm OK → The Most Useful Phrase in Japan
daijōbu desu · I'm okay / no thanks
Intermediate
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The Color That Tells You Hot or Cold on a Japanese Vending Machine
tsumetai / atatakai · cold / warm
Intermediate
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Getting on a Japanese Bus the Wrong Way Costs You Money
seiriken · numbered fare ticket
Survival
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The One Japanese Phrase You'll Be Glad You Learned
toire wa doko desu ka? · where is the toilet?
Intermediate
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Never Touch a Taxi Door in Japan
~ made onegai shimasu. · To ~, please.
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?
Intermediate
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Rain Ruining Your Japan Trip? June Is Secretly Its Prettiest Month
ajisai · hydrangea
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