Question
I’m traveling to Japan for a business trip and I need to introduce myself during a meeting. How do I properly introduce myself in a Japanese business meeting?
Japango Editor Team
はじめまして、[Your Name] と申（もう）します。よろしくお願（ねが）いいたします。
Hajimemashite, [Your Name] to mooshimasu. Yoroshiku onegai itashimasu.
Nice to meet you, my name is [Your Name]. I look forward to working with you.
In Japanese business settings, introductions are very formal and follow a specific pattern. Hajimemashite means “nice to meet you” and is used the first time you meet someone. “To mooshimasu” is a humble way of saying “I am called” or “my name is” and is suitable for formal business introductions.
Finally, “yoroshiku onegai itashimasu” is a polite phrase expressing your desire for a good relationship. This phrase doesn’t have a direct English translation, but it conveys appreciation and anticipation for future cooperation. This polite form helps establish a good initial impression in a business environment.
