Question
I am planning a business meeting in Japan and want to properly introduce myself to the Japanese clients. How do I say “Nice to meet you, my name is [Name]” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
はじめまして、[Name]と申（もう）します。
Hajimemashite, [Name] to mooshimasu.
Nice to meet you, my name is [Name].
When you meet someone for the first time in a business setting, it is important to introduce yourself politely. “Hajimemashite” is used as a greeting to express “nice to meet you,” and “[Name] to mooshimasu” means “my name is [Name].” “Mooshimasu” is a formal way of saying “I am called” or “my name is.” Remember to bow slightly when delivering this introduction as it conveys respect and is an integral part of Japanese business etiquette. Replace “[Name]” with your actual name when introducing yourself.
