Japanese Etiquette in Daily Conversations

Description

Politeness in Japanese shapes how words are chosen as well as how people behave, and this course covers both. It starts with the foundations of Japanese politeness, then teaches daily greetings, bowing and the honorific language known as keigo.

Later lessons explain social hierarchy and forms of address, small talk, phone and digital manners, dining and social gatherings, and how to handle mistakes and apologies. You also read about indirect communication, practical scenarios from everyday places and topics best avoided. The twelve PDF lessons contain many exercises, including role-playing practice. After reading, you should be able to greet, thank and apologise appropriately and to recognise when someone is being indirect.

Who it is for: learners and travellers who want to behave and speak politely in everyday Japanese situations.

What’s included
12 PDF lessons · 67 pages · about 21,500 words
One ZIP download that is yours to keep — read on any device, no subscription or app needed.

Course programme

1. Foundations of Japanese Politeness
2. Mastering Daily Greetings and Proper Bowing Techniques
3. Essential Honorific Language (Keigo) for Everyday Situations
4. Navigating Social Hierarchy and Respectful Address Forms
5. Common Conversation Starters and Small Talk Etiquette
6. Proper Phone and Digital Communication Manners
7. Dining and Social Gathering Etiquette
8. Handling Mistakes and Apologies Gracefully
9. Reading Between the Lines: Understanding Indirect Communication
10. Practical Scenarios: Convenience Stores and Beyond
11. Cultural Taboos and What to Avoid Saying
12. Building Confidence Through Role-Playing Exercises