Socializing — Japanese phrases (10 examples)

Socializing

5 scenarios · 10 phrases

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Real Japanese phrases for socializing situations. Each phrase is paired with its formal (keigo) and casual counterpart so you can pick the right register for who you're talking to. Tap any phrase to see audio, romaji, kana, the likely reply, and the gesture / etiquette note that goes with it.

Each phrase is crafted to native-quality standards, then reviewed by the operator for meaning, naturalness, and the formal/casual distinction before it ships.

Is this your first time in Japan?
- Formal — to stranger
  日本は初めてですか？
  にほんははじめてですか？
  N5
- Casual — to friend
  日本は初めて？
  にほんははじめて？
  N5
I am from the US. (Replace US with your country)
- Formal — to stranger
  私はアメリカから来ました。
  わたしはあめりかからきました。
  N5
- Casual — to friend
  私はアメリカから来たよ。
  わたしはあめりかからきたよ。
  N5