https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/The Japanese you actually need on a trip, scene by scene.enMon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-do-when-a-tsunami-warning-sounds-in-japan-flags-and-signs/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-do-when-a-tsunami-warning-sounds-in-japan-flags-and-signs/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTWhen a tsunami warning sounds in Japan, go to high ground or an evacuation building now and stay until it is lifted; JMA's three levels and flag explained.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/typhoon-in-japan-alert-levels-what-to-do-and-phrases/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/typhoon-in-japan-alert-levels-what-to-do-and-phrases/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTIn a typhoon, Level 3 means people who need extra time should leave, Level 4 means everyone leaves; JMA's alerts, JNTO phrases and transport cards.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-coin-lockers-and-luggage-delivery/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-coin-lockers-and-luggage-delivery/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPhrases for station lockers and luggage delivery, with JNTO's limits (under 160 cm, 25 to 35 kg, 300,000 yen) and locker prices of 300 to 600 yen.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/basic-japanese-greetings-for-travelers/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/basic-japanese-greetings-for-travelers/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTThe Japanese greetings JNTO's handbook teaches travelers, from ohayou gozaimasu to sayounara, plus a short self-introduction and how bowing fits in.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japan-airport-arrival-immigration-customs-phrases/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japan-airport-arrival-immigration-customs-phrases/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTHow arrival works at Japanese airports: Visit Japan Web QR codes, kiosks, e-Gates, who cannot use them, and phrases for immigration and customs.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-an-earthquake/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-an-earthquake/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTJNTO's disaster phrases for asking about an earthquake, the shelter, and safe places, plus what JMA says to do when an Earthquake Early Warning sounds.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-an-izakaya/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-an-izakaya/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTIzakaya phrases for being seated, ordering, handling the otoshi cover charge, allergies, and paying, based on JNTO guidance as of October 2026.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-riding-a-bus/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-riding-a-bus/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPhrases for asking which bus to take, where to get off, and the fare, plus JNTO's guide to numbered tickets, flat fares, IC cards, and exact change.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-taking-a-taxi/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-taking-a-taxi/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTWhat to say to a Japanese taxi driver, from your destination to the fare, plus JNTO's notes on automatic doors, night rates, and airport fixed fares.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-visiting-an-onsen/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-visiting-an-onsen/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTAsk about tattoos, towels, private baths, and day-use bathing in Japanese, and learn the onsen rules JNTO lists, from washing first to keeping hair dry.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-renting-a-car/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-renting-a-car/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTThe International Driving Permit rules for Japan, the entry-stamp catch at automated gates, and the rental counter phrases from JNTO's handbook.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-shrines-and-temples/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-shrines-and-temples/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTHow to tell a shrine from a temple, JNTO's purification and prayer steps, the words on the signs, and polite questions to ask staff during a visit.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-declare-at-japanese-customs/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-declare-at-japanese-customs/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTJapan Customs duty-free allowances for alcohol, tobacco, perfume and other goods, the 1 million yen cash rule, red and green channels, and what to say.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-do-if-you-lose-something-in-japan/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-do-if-you-lose-something-in-japan/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTHow Japan's lost property system works for visitors: where to report, how long police and rail operators hold items, the phone number to give, and phrases.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-say-in-japanese-when-you-are-lost/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-say-in-japanese-when-you-are-lost/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPhrases for saying you are lost, asking the way, and understanding replies like straight, right, left, and follow me, plus when to visit a koban.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/how-to-say-thank-you-in-japanese/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/how-to-say-thank-you-in-japanese/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTArigatou, arigatou gozaimasu, and arigatou gozaimashita explained, plus otsukaresama and gokurousama, using Japan's Agency for Cultural Affairs guidance.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-a-doctor-or-pharmacy/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-a-doctor-or-pharmacy/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTHow to describe symptoms in Japanese, read dosage instructions, call an ambulance, and pick the right clinic department while traveling in Japan.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-shopping-and-tax-free/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-shopping-and-tax-free/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTStore phrases for sizes, colors, gift wrap, and tax-free requests, plus how Japan's tax-free system changes to a refund method on November 1, 2026.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-convenience-stores/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-convenience-stores/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTSimple Japanese phrases for checkout, bento warming, bags, and ATMs at Japanese convenience stores, with pronunciation and context for each one.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-restaurants/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-restaurants/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTKey Japanese phrases for being seated, ordering, and paying at a restaurant, framed around the etiquette JNTO's official guides describe for each step.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-train-stations/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/japanese-phrases-for-train-stations/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTKey Japanese phrases for finding a station, reading train types, and recovering from a wrong train, plus how Japan's rail system actually works.https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-say-at-a-japanese-hotel-check-in/https://howlane.com/japan-trip-phrases/what-to-say-at-a-japanese-hotel-check-in/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTPractical check-in and room-related Japanese phrases taken from JNTO's official traveler handbook, covering reservations, room requests, and ryokan stays.