Here is a quick and useful list of Japanese words for beginners. I started learning the Japanese language and writing systems just over 4 years ago and am still learning. I’ve always been intrigued by the mysterious samurai, shogun, and ninja history, as well as with the language, art, culture, and technology spawned from this Island. If you have any words that you would like me to translate, send them over and I will be glad to help.
Japanese Words of the Week:
- Genki Desu Ka? – How are you?
- Nani? – What?
- Konnichiwa - Good Afternoon
- Ohayou – Good Morning
- Oyasuminasai - Good Night/Evening
- Kuruma - Car
- Tabemono - Food
- Eiga – English (The Language)
- Nihon - Japan 日本
- Ikura Desu Ka? - How much is..? (asking for cost)
- Nanji? – What time is it?

