Question
I’m traveling to Japan for business and will be meeting a Japanese client for the first time. I want to make a good impression by introducing myself in Japanese. How do I say, “Nice to meet you, my name is [Your Name]” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
初（はじ）めまして、[Your Name]と申（もう）します。
Hajimemashite, [Your Name] to mooshimasu.
Nice to meet you, my name is [Your Name].
Making a good first impression is important in Japanese business culture. “Hajimemashite” is a polite way to say “nice to meet you” when meeting someone for the first time. “[Your Name] to mooshimasu” means “My name is [Your Name]” and is a respectful way to introduce yourself. Remember to bow slightly when you greet your client to show respect and politeness, which are key parts of Japanese business etiquette.
