Question
I’m traveling to Osaka for a business meeting next week. I know that punctuality is important in Japanese business culture. How do I ask, “What time is our meeting?” in Japanese to confirm the time with someone?
Japango Editor Team
私たちの会議（かいぎ）は何時（なんじ）ですか。
Watashitachi no kaigi wa nanji desuka?
What time is our meeting?
In Japan, being on time for meetings is a sign of respect and professionalism. You can use the above phrase to confirm the timing of your meeting. Watashitachi no means “our”; kaigi means “meeting”; and nanji desuka means “what time is it?”.
This phrase is flexible and can be adapted for other appointments or events. Simply replace kaigi with words like “アポイント” (aponito, appointment) or “イベント” (ibento, event) depending on the context. Always aim to arrive 5-10 minutes early to demonstrate punctuality.
