Lesson overview

Learn the right way to greet somebody in Japanese and a set of Hiraganas you need to write them. You can do much more than just say hello! Start the conversation by asking how they are doing and you'll flow into a natural conversation. This lesson will enable you to hold a dialogue starting from a simple greeting.
Dive into this lesson now and in 5 minutes you'll come out the other side feeling like you travelled to Japan and back.
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