Holiday Travel Japan

🇯🇵 Japanese Words Made from Two Ideas! Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ ☀️ Japanese has a lot of words made by combining two meanings — once you get it, they’re super easy to understand! 🍱 Ekiben (駅弁) → Station + Bento 🌸 Yozakura (夜桜) → Night + Cherry Blossoms 🌸 Hanami (花見) → Flower + Viewing 🍢 Yakitori (焼鳥) → Grilled + Chicken The readings can be a bit tricky because Japanese uses both onyomi & kunyomi (Chinese & native readings)… but that’s what makes it unique! 🇯🇵 What other examples do you know? 👀 Follow for more real Japanese language & culture! #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japaneseculture #japantravel

Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ☀️ Thanksgiving / Easter / St. Patrick’s Day Big in other countries, but not really a common tradition in Japan Still, they’re all such lovely cultures and celebrations ☺️ 🎄 Christmas In Japan, it’s a HUGE event✨ Dates, cake, and even KFC for Christmas dinner 🍗🎂 It’s so interesting how the same holidays can be celebrated so differently! Follow for more real Japan vibes🇯🇵 #holidaytraveljapan #japantravel #japaneseculture

Did you know Japanese people shorten even store names like this? 🤭🇯🇵 Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ☀️ Here are some super common abbreviations you’ll hear everywhere in Japan! 🏪 コンビニ (Konbini) → Convenience store 🍽️ ファミレス (Famiresu) → Family restaurant ☕ スタバ (Sutaba) → Starbucks 🍩 ミスド (Misudo) → Mister Donut 🍔 マック (Makku) → McDonald’s 🍗 ケンタ (Kenta) → KFC These are used all the time in daily conversations—way more natural than the full names! 🇯🇵 Learning Japanese through real everyday language makes it way more fun✨ Follow for more Real Japan tips☀️ #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japaneseculture

Did you know Japanese people love shortening everyday words too? 🤭🇯🇵 Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ☀️ Today I’m sharing some super common abbreviations you’ll hear in daily life in Japan! 🏨 ビジホ (Bijiho) → Short for ビジネスホテル (Business Hotel / Budget Hotel) 📚 漫喫 (Mankitsu) → Short for 漫画喫茶 (Comic book cafe / Manga cafe) 🎮 ゲーセン (Gēsen) → Short for ゲームセンター (Game Center / Arcade) 🎢 ユニバ (Yuniba) → Short for ユニバーサルスタジオジャパン (Universal Studios Japan / USJ) ※ Even though “USJ” exists, many locals casually say ユニバ! These are super natural expressions you’ll hear in conversations, not just online! Follow for more Real Japan tips☀️ #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japaneseculture

POV: A Japanese person having lunch at a sushi restaurant in Shibuya🍣🇯🇵 YouTube👇 The Real Way Japanese People Eat Sushi🍣 Shibuya Sushi Break #holidaytraveljapan #japan #japantravel #sushi #lifeinjapan

Did you know Japanese people Love shortening words? 🤭🇯🇵 Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ☀️ I introduce some super common Japanese abbreviations you’ll hear in everyday life! 🎍 あけおめ (Akeome) → Short for あけましておめでとう (Happy New Year) 🎍 ことよろ (Kotoyoro) → Short for 今年もよろしく (Looking forward to this year) 🎄 メリクリ (Merikuri) → Short for メリークリスマス (Merry Christmas) 🎂 ハピバ (Hapiba) → Short for ハッピーバースデー (Happy Birthday) These are casual and fun expressions often used in texts, social media, or between friends! 🇯🇵 Learning Japanese through real everyday phrases makes it way more fun✨ Follow for more Real Japan tips☀️ #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japaneseculture

🇯🇵 How to say “5W1H” in Japanese Hi, it’s Arimi from HTJ ☀️ Did you know that “The Five Ws and One H” is expressed differently in Japanese? 👀 In Japan, we say Go-W Ichi-H (5W1H) In this video, I break down each one in a simple way 💡 5W1H in Japanese ・What → Nani (なに) ・When → Itsu (いつ) ・Where → Doko (どこ) ・Who → Dare (だれ) ・Why → Naze / Doushite (なぜ / どうして) ・How → Dono you ni (どのように) ☀️ Follow for more real Japanese learning & daily life tips! #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japanesephrase

☀️ Let me explain Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ☀️ In Japanese, when expressing agreement or disagreement, we don't always use formal words like 「賛成 (I agree)」 or 「反対(I disagree)」 in casual settings. Instead, young people and friends use much more energetic and "vibe-based" expressions! 1. あり！ (Ari!) Meaning: "That's a yes!" / "I'm down!" Usage: It literally means "it exists," but in this context, it means the idea is acceptable or even great. 2. ないわー！ (Nai wa-!) Meaning: "No way!" / "That's a no for me." Usage: The opposite of "Ari." It’s used when something is unthinkable or just doesn't fit the vibe. 3. それないわー (Sore nai wa-) Meaning: "That is so wrong" / "I can't believe you/that." Usage: By adding 「それ (that)」, you’re specifically pointing out that the other person's idea or action is totally off the mark. English has a similar vibe too! Instead of a stiff "I disagree," you might say: "No way!" or "I'm not feeling it." Using these slang terms will make your Japanese sound much more natural and expressive! Just be careful—save these for your close friends, not your boss!🤭 #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japanesephrase

POV:A Japanese ordering at an izakaya🇯🇵🏮 YouTube 👇 Friday Night in Tokyo | After Work with a Japanese Office Worker | Izakaya & Karaoke #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #izakaya #lifeinjapan

POV: You walk into a ramen shopin Japan 🍜🇯🇵 #holidaytraveljapan #japan #japantravel #japanesefood

Maybe try this spot instead… 🌸 Hi, it’s Arimi from HTJ ☀️ Famous places like Ueno Park and Nakameguro get super crowded during sakura season… But this place feels completely different! 📍 Yanaka Cemetery (谷中霊園) A hidden cherry blossom spot featuring “Sakura Street (さくら通り)“, where around 160 Somei Yoshino trees bloom along a 200m path 🌸 🚶‍♀️ Access: ・5 min walk from Nippori Station ・Also accessible from Nishi-Nippori Station (about 10 min) Why visit: ・Less crowded than major spots ・Peaceful, traditional Tokyo vibe ・A beautiful sakura tunnel perfect for a slow walk 📍 Nearby spots to explore: ・Yanaka Ginza – a charming old-town street with local snacks🍡 ・Tennoji Temple – historic temple right next to the cemetery ・Ueno Park – if you still want the classic spot nearby🌳 It’s actually a cemetery, so please be respectful while visiting. (keep quiet and be mindful) If you’re looking for a calmer sakura experience in Tokyo… you might want to try this spot instead 🌸☺️ Follow for more Real Japan🇯🇵 #holidaytraveljapan #japan #japantravel #yanaka #cherryblossom🌸

🇯🇵 Japanese Emoji Meanings You Might Misunderstand! Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ ☀️ Some emojis in Japan don’t always mean what you think 👀 They can change depending on the situation or feeling! 💁‍♀️ → Here you go 🙏 → Sorry / Please (also used as “thank you”!) 🙇‍♀️ → Formal apology / respect 😇 → RIP / I’m dead lol 😭 → Not always sad (can be happy or overwhelmed!) 😅 → Awkward / nervous moment 🥺 → Cute begging / “pleaseee🥺” (In Japan, people also say “pien”!) Knowing these makes your messages feel way more natural when chatting with Japanese people✨ Which one surprised you the most? Follow for more real Japan tips 🇯🇵☀️ #holidaytraveljapan #japan #learnjapanese #japantips

We explored some of Asakusa’s most popular matcha spots and tried their signature items.🍵 Hello! It’s Arimi from HTJ ☀️ 📍Spots featured: ・Futatsume (Chacha Kobo) – Freshly squeezed waguri matcha mont blanc Made right in front of you. Inside are layered ingredients like red bean paste, mascarpone cream, sponge, matcha sauce, kanten jelly, and salted lemon jam. ・Suzukien – Matcha Dango Soft and chewy dango with a gentle matcha flavor. A lighter, more traditional option compared to their famous strong matcha gelato. ・Kaminari Issa – Koicha Warabi Mochi Parfait Rich and slightly bitter matcha dessert made with Uji matcha, combined with soft warabi mochi and creamy layers. ・Kibidango Azuma – Chilled Matcha Drink A refreshing and slightly bitter matcha drink, perfect to balance the sweetness while exploring Asakusa. Which one would you try:)?🍵 ☀️Follow us for real Japan food & travel tips! 🇯🇵 #holidaytraveljapan #japantravel #asakusa #matcha

🇯🇵 Japanese Emoticons You’ll See Everywhere! Hi! It’s Arimi from HTJ ☀️ These are kaomoji — Japanese-style emoticons you’ll often see in texts, comments, and social media in Japan! Unlike emojis, kaomoji use characters to show emotions, and they’re a big part of everyday communication 🇯🇵 Which one do you like or use the most? 👀 ☀️Follow for more real Japanese tips & culture! #holidaytraveljapan #japan #japaneseculture