Question
I am going to Japan for business and have a few meetings lined up. I want to make sure I’m punctual. How do I politely ask someone, “What time does the meeting start?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
会議（かいぎ）は何時（なんじ）に始（はじ）まりますか。
Kaigi wa nanji ni hajimarimasuka?
What time does the meeting start?
This is a practical expression to use when you need to confirm the starting time of a meeting or any event. Kaigi means “meeting”; nanji means “what time”; ni hajimarimasuka means “does it start?”
If you need to ask about other events, replace kaigi with the name of the event or activity. Having this phrase handy will ensure you stay punctual in your business engagements. Remember, being on time is highly valued in Japanese business culture.
