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Question
I’m planning to visit a traditional Japanese tea house for the first time and participate in a tea ceremony. I want to make sure I greet the host politely. How do I say “Thank you for having me” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
お招（まね）きいただきありがとうございます。
Omaneki itadaki arigatou gozaimasu.
Thank you for having me.
Participating in a tea ceremony is a quintessential Japanese cultural experience. It’s courteous to thank the host for their hospitality. “Omaneki” means “invitation” or “welcoming,” and “itadaki arigatou gozaimasu” is a formal way of expressing thanks. This phrase can be used when you want to show gratitude for being invited or hosted at any gathering. Remember to pronounce your thanks softly and with a slight bow to show respect.
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