Question
I’m planning to travel to Japan for business and want to introduce myself professionally in Japanese. How can I say, “Nice to meet you, I am [Your Name] from [Your Company]”?
Japango Editor Team
初（はじ）めまして、[Your Company] の [Your Name] です。
Hajimemashite, [Your Company] no [Your Name] desu.
Nice to meet you, I am [Your Name] from [Your Company].
When in a business setting in Japan, it’s essential to start with “Hajimemashite,” which means “Nice to meet you.” Following this, you introduce yourself by stating your company name first, represented in Japanese as “no.” This implies possession, so it’s like saying you belong to that company. Finally, follow with your name and “desu” which equates to “I am” or “is” in this context. This formulaic expression helps set a professional tone in Japanese business etiquette.
Don’t forget to bow slightly when introducing yourself, as it is a common practice in Japan to show respect.
