Question
I am visiting a friend’s house in Japan for the first time, and I would like to thank them for having me over. How do I say “Thank you for having me” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
お招（まね）きいただきありがとうございます。
Omaneki itadaki arigatou gozaimasu.
Thank you for having me.
This phrase is a polite way of expressing gratitude for being invited to someone’s home. “Omaneki” means “invitation,” “itadaki” is a polite form of “to receive,” and “arigatou gozaimasu” is a formal way of saying “thank you.”
You might also hear or use more casual variations such as “招（まね）いてくれてありがとう” (Manete kurete arigatou) when speaking with close friends in more informal settings. Always try to match the level of formality with the relationship you have with the host. Enjoy your visit in Japan!
