EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 13 MIN
どうやって知らない日本人に話しかけるの?Talking Politely to Strangers in Japanese(N2/N3)
from Otsukare Japanese · host ゆりこ
Have you ever wanted to talk to Japanese people,but felt unsure how to start?“Is it okay to say konnichiwa to a stranger?”“Will it sound rude?”“What if I make things awkward?”In this video, I explain how to talk to Japanese people politely and naturally,from a Japanese cultural perspective, at an N2/N3 level.You will learn:Why konnichiwa or hajimemashite can sound unnatural in some situationsThe natural order of starting a conversation in JapaneseWhich first-person pronouns are safe to use (and which to avoid)A simple phrase that makes conversations much easierCommon questions Japanese people often ask, and how to answer themJapanese people do not expect you to speak perfect Japanese.What matters most is your attitude, respect, and intention.It’s okay to make mistakes.It’s okay to ask someone to speak more slowly.I hope this video helps you feel more confidentwhen talking to Japanese people for the first time.Relax, take your time,and enjoy learning Japanese before going to sleep 🌙📸 Follow my daily adventuresInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/i.am.yurichan☕ Support my creative journeyhttps://ko-fi.com/iamyurichan🎁 My Amazon Wishlisthttps://www.amazon.jp/hz/wishlist/ls/2FKV3EDTU9FIL?ref_=wl_share
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