Introducing Yourself in Japanese
First impressions that actually work — for social and work settings.
The jikoshoukai (self-introduction) is a ritual in Japan. Whether you're at a party, starting a new job, or joining a class, you'll be expected to give a brief intro. The format is predictable — which is good, because it means you can prepare. Japanese self-introductions usually follow a strict order: name, where you're from, what you do, and a closing "yoroshiku." Keeping it short and humble is key — Japanese audiences respect brevity over flashy monologues.
Basic Info
初めまして。○○と申します。
Hajimemashite. XX to moushimasu.
Nice to meet you. My name is [name].
アメリカから来ました。
Amerika kara kimashita.
I'm from the US.
日本に来て○年になります。
Nihon ni kite XX nen ni narimasu.
I've been in Japan for [X] years.
趣味は○○です。
Shumi wa XX desu.
My hobby is [hobby].
どうぞよろしくお願いします。
Douzo yoroshiku onegai shimasu.
I look forward to getting to know you.
Work Context
○○会社の△△部の□□と申します。
XX kaisha no XX bu no XX to moushimasu.
I'm [name] from the [dept] department at [company].
○○を担当しております。
XX wo tantou shite orimasu.
I'm in charge of [area].
本日からお世話になります。
Honjitsu kara osewa ni narimasu.
I'll be in your care starting today.
まだまだ不慣れですが、どうぞよろしくお願いいたします。
Madamada funarе desu ga, douzo yoroshiku onegai itashimasu.
I'm still inexperienced, but I look forward to working with you.
Social / Casual
○○って呼んでください。
XX tte yonde kudasai.
Please call me [nickname].
日本の食べ物が大好きです。
Nihon no tabemono ga daisuki desu.
I love Japanese food.
日本語を勉強中です。まだまだですが。
Nihongo wo benkyou chuu desu. Madamada desu ga.
I'm studying Japanese. I still have a long way to go.
気軽に話しかけてください。
Kigaru ni hanashikakete kudasai.
Feel free to talk to me anytime.
一緒に飲みに行きましょう！
Issho ni nomi ni ikimashou!
Let's go out for drinks sometime!
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