How to Say ‘Same here / likewise’ in Japanese
こちらこそ
kochira koso
[koh-chee-rah koh-soh]
💬 Usage Tip: [こちらこそ] means “likewise” or “same here.” It often answers thanks or politeness with matching warmth.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Japanese conversations often bounce politeness back and forth, almost like a friendly verbal bow.
Phrase Breakdown
こちら
kochira
[koh-chee-rah]
this side; me/us
Literally “this side,” but often used to refer to oneself or one’s side politely.
こちらは準備できました。
We are ready on our side.
こそ
koso
[koh-soh]
indeed; for my part as well
Adds emphasis, often meaning “for my part too” or “likewise.”
こちらこそ、ありがとうございます。
Likewise, thank you very much.
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