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Japanese Greetings

August 9, 2025

A short list of everyday Japanese greetings and polite phrases, with the Japanese writing and its romaji reading. Watch the video above to hear them.

  • Good Morning: おはようございます (Ohayou gozaimasu)
  • Good Afternoon: こんにちは (Konnichiwa)
  • Good Evening: こんばんは (Konbanwa)
  • Good Night: おやすみなさい (Oyasuminasai)
  • See You Later (Casual): じゃあね (Jaa ne)
  • See You Tomorrow: またあした (Mata ashita)
  • Thank You: ありがとうございます (Arigatou gozaimasu)
  • You're Welcome: どういたしまして (Dou itashimashite)
  • Excuse Me / I'm Sorry: すみません (Sumimasen)
  • Welcome: いらっしゃいませ (Irasshaimase)
  • Long Time No See: おひさしぶりです (Ohisashiburi desu)
  • Please: おねがいします (Onegaishimasu)

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