On a rainy day in Kyoto, I slipped and fell backwards the moment I stepped out towards the station. There were so many people around me, yet only one person reached out — a man traveling alone from another country. "Are You OK?" Those words and his smile are something I will never forget. I want to pass on the kindness I received in an unfamiliar place to every traveler who visits Japan. That is the story behind this site.
The Story Behind This Project
How to Use the Phrase Page
This page is filled with simple phrases that Japanese people can answer with "Yes," "No," or a gesture.
No difficult conversations needed.
Just press a button, and your feelings will get across.
Try it in moments like these:
- When you're lost
- When you're struggling at a shop or restaurant
- When you want to thank someone who helped you
One Cup, Two Journeys
A cup of coffee makes your next trip better — and someone else's journey to Japan more wonderful.