Question
I’m on a business trip to Tokyo, and I’ve been invited to a colleague’s house for dinner. I want to say “Thank you for inviting me” when I arrive. How can I say this in Japanese?
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招待（しょうたい）してくださってありがとうございます。
Shoutai shite kudasatte arigatou gozaimasu.
Thank you for inviting me.
In this phrase, “shoutai” means “invitation”, and “shite kudasatte” is a polite form of “doing” for someone, implying gratitude. “Arigatou gozaimasu” is a formal way of thanking someone. This expression shows your appreciation for being invited.
When visiting someone’s house in Japan, it’s considered polite to thank the host warmly. You might also consider bringing a small gift known as “omiyage” to express gratitude further.
