Top 50 phrases to get by Japan: Getting around and shopping

💬 The word [どこ] means 'where'. You can use this question anywhere if you're lost!

🇯🇵 Japanese people are generally very helpful to tourists, so don’t hesitate to ask for directions.

💬 In public places, look for the sign [トイレ] which means 'toilet'.

🇯🇵 Bathrooms in Japan are often very clean, even in public areas.

💬 [駅] means 'station'. Most train stations in Japan are major landmarks.

🇯🇵 Japanese train stations are often bustling hubs with shopping and dining.

💬 Taxis are convenient in cities but can be pricey. [タクシー] is 'taxi'.

🇯🇵 Taxis in Japan are known for their polite drivers and automatic doors.

💬 Pronounce it as (hidari). Useful when giving or following directions.

🇯🇵 In Japan, drivers keep to the left side of the road.

💬 Pronounce it as (migi). Pair it with [曲がって] for 'turn right'.

🇯🇵 Turning right in busy areas might first require stopping at a special signal.

💬 Pronounced (massugu). A simple direction guide!

🇯🇵 Japanese streets can be a labyrinth; use this often to stay on track.

💬 Replace [〜] with your destination, e.g., 東京 (Tokyo).

🇯🇵 This phrase is useful for taxis and train stations.

💬 [住所] means 'address'. Show it to taxi drivers or use it in a GPS.

🇯🇵 Japanese addresses can be complex due to their block-based system.