Hoteru wa doko desu ka? = Where is the hotelĬhizu wa arimasu ka? = Do you have a map? Kippu uriba wa doko desu ka? = Where can I buy tickets? Hotel Ikuradesuka = How much is this?Okaikei kudasai = Bill please TransportationĮki wa dochira desu ka? = Where is the train station? Toire (otearai) wa doko desu ka? = Where is the toilet? (insert food item here) arerugii ga arimasu = I am allergic to (insert food item here) Kore kudasai = This one please (when pointing to an item) Kinen seki onegaishimasu = A non-smoking table, please.Įigo no menyu arimasuka? = Do you have an English menu? Toire wa doko desu ka? = Where is the bathroom?įutari desu = For two (when asking for a table) Mizu o onegaishimasu = Water, please (or to refill water) Kore o onegaishimasu = I’d like (to order) this, please O-susume no menu wa dore desu ka? = What menu item do you recommend? Gochisousama deshita = That was delicious Oaidekite ureshī desu = I am very glad to meet you.ĭouitashimashite = You’re welcome Dining & Eating O-namae wa nan desu ka = What is your name? Responses Download my basic word and phrase PDF to print off or keep on your phone if you need to reference it during your travels! GreetingsĮigo o hanasemasu ka = Do you speak English? And being able to ask how much something costs in the native language is also a great asset if you love to shop in not-so-touristy locations.

Phrases like “please” and “thank you” are simple courtesies that go a long way. And it can really help you with your adventures. I found that this small amount of effort results in a HUGE amount of appreciation from the locals. If I have enough time before my trip, I will do my best to learn everything from essential words and phrases to little conversation starters. I never visit a single country without learning at least a little bit of the language. Thank you for supporting the Creative Adventurer*Īlthough Japanese might seem like an intimidating language, learning the phonetic pronunciation of these keywords and phrases is easier than you might think. *I may be compensated if you purchase through any affiliate links on this site.

Onigiri pronunciation