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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Intermediate これ、ください

How to Order Hot Snacks at the Konbini Counter

kore, kudasai · this one, please

Travel Hack #japanesefood

Intermediate 冷やし中華、ください。

The Summer Sign That Means 'Order This Now' in Japan

Hiyashi-chūka, kudasai. · Hiyashi-chūka, please. (cold summer noodles)

Seasonal Food #japanesefood

Intermediate 食券

The Ramen Shop Machine That Confuses Every Tourist

shokken · meal ticket (buy it from the machine first)

Immersive #japanesefood

Intermediate デパ地下

The Food Paradise Hiding Under Japanese Department Stores

depachika · department-store basement food hall

Cultural Wedge #japanesefood

Intermediate たこ焼きください

What to Order at a Japanese Summer Festival

takoyaki kudasai · Takoyaki, please

Food + Language #japanesefood

Intermediate 餃子をお願いします

How to Order Gyōza Like You Belong There

gyōza wo onegaishimasu · Gyōza, please

Food + Language #japanesefood

Intermediate いただきます

Why Japanese People Say This Before Every Meal

itadakimasu · I gratefully receive (said before eating)

Cultural Wedge #japanesefood

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