Question
I’m planning a business trip to Tokyo, and I want to make a good impression on my Japanese hosts by greeting them properly. How do I say “Nice to meet you, I look forward to working with you” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
はじめまして。これからお世話（せわ）になります。
Hajimemashite. Korekara osewa ni narimasu.
Nice to meet you. I look forward to working with you.
In business settings, first impressions are crucial, and using the proper Japanese greeting can go a long way. “Hajimemashite” is a polite way to say “Nice to meet you.” Following this with “Korekara osewa ni narimasu” conveys your anticipation of positive relations, translating roughly to “I look forward to being in your care” or “I look forward to working with you.”
This phrase indicates respect and humility, which are key aspects of Japanese business culture. You can use it at the beginning of meetings with new colleagues or partners to set a positive tone.
