Japanese Culture — Customs, History & Traditions
Language and culture are inseparable. These lessons help you discuss traditions, understand customs, and engage with the rich cultural heritage of Japanese-speaking countries.
42 lessons · 1715 flashcards

Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan

Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan

Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan

7-Eleven vs FamilyMart vs Lawson
Conversation about daily Japanese companies

Toyota vs Honda vs Nissan vs Mazda
Conversation about daily Japanese companies

Asahi vs Kirin vs Sapporo vs Suntory
Conversation about daily Japanese companies

Offer a genuine compliments about their style.
Flirting at the bar

Buy them a drink after asking for their permission.
Flirting at the bar

Use light teasing or playful jokes to build chemistry.
Flirting at the bar

Common swear words and phrases
Foul language
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Intro + Verse 1
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI
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Pre Chorus + Chorus 1
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI
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Verse 2
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI

Popular Japanese food
Popular foods

Fare disputes
Dispute with taxi driver

Route choice
Dispute with taxi driver

Payment methods
Dispute with taxi driver

Presenting simple gifts
Meeting the in laws again

Health and well-being
Meeting the in laws again

Family updates and events
Meeting the in laws again
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Luffy vs World Government speech E278
One Piece (anime)
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One Piece (anime)

Customer reservation details
Working in the travel industry

Customer transportation information
Working in the travel industry

Customer luggage delivery information
Working in the travel industry

Feeling Good
Sharing your feelings

Feeling Sad or Down
Sharing your feelings

Feeling Tired / Overwhelmed
Sharing your feelings

French brand names
Brand names

Buying tickets
Visiting the museum

Asking about exhibits
Visiting the museum

Getting around the museum
Visiting the museum

What the Bible is
Explaining the Bible - salvation through Jesus Christ

What salvation actually means
Explaining the Bible - salvation through Jesus Christ

God's love and grace as a gift
Explaining the Bible - salvation through Jesus Christ

Short funny lines
Cheesy pick up lines

Common slang
Casual street slang

Suggest moving to a quieter spot in the bar to continue talking.
Flirting at the bar Part 2

Japanese destinations
Popular Destination Names

Pick-up or drop-off locations
Dispute with taxi driver Part 2
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Bridge + Pre Chorus 2
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI Part 2
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Chorus 2
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI Part 2
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