This page introduces everyday Japanese conversations used at school.
It covers common situations in school life, such as interactions with friends and teachers before class, during class, during breaks, and after class. Short and easy-to-understand conversation examples are provided for each situation.
These conversations can be used not only in Japanese elementary, junior high, and high schools but also in Japanese language schools.
They are designed to help international students and Japanese learners communicate smoothly in school, simulating real-life situations.
Learn natural Japanese expressions used in school life and enjoy smoother communication.
- Greeting When Arriving at School
- Introducing Yourself
- Asking about Your Seat
- Asking About the Class Schedule
- Borrowing Things
- Greeting Before Class
- Asking Questions in Class
- Going to the Bathroom During Class
- Submitting Homework
- Asking About a Test Schedule
- Greeting at the End of Class
- Inviting Someone to Lunch
- Inviting to Play After School
- Inviting to Club Activities
- Greeting When Going Home
Greeting When Arriving at School
When you arrive at school, greet your friends and teachers.
Friends can speak casually with each other, while polite expressions should be used with teachers.
Greetings help start the day in a good atmosphere.
おはよう。
おはよう。今日も良い天気だね。
おはようございます。
おはようございます。
Introducing Yourself
When meeting someone for the first time, tell your name and where you are from.
It is also important to ask the other person’s name.
Self-introduction is the first step in building trust.
はじめまして。私はジョンです。アメリカから来ました。
先生の名前は何ですか？
はじめまして。先生の名前はマリです。
Asking about Your Seat
If you don’t know your seat in the classroom, it’s better to ask the teacher.
Once you ask, write it down so you don’t forget.
私の席はどこですか？
一番右の列の前から３番目の席です。
Asking About the Class Schedule
Knowing the class schedule allows you to prepare materials and be mentally ready.
When asking about the schedule, ask briefly and politely.
今日の朝の授業は何ですか？
１０時から日本語の単語、その後、日本語の文法です。
先生、今日の朝の授業は何ですか？
１０時から日本語の単語、１１時から日本語の文法です。
Borrowing Things
If you forget items like stationery needed for class, you can borrow them from friends.
If your friend doesn’t have them, ask the teacher.
消しゴムを借りてもいいですか？
はい、どうぞ。
Greeting Before Class
Before class starts, greet the teacher and classmates.
Using polite words shows good manners.
It also creates a friendly atmosphere for the class.
よろしくお願いします。
はい、頑張りましょう。
Asking Questions in Class
If you don’t understand something during class, check it immediately.
Asking questions is important because it also helps other students understand.
環境という言葉はどういう意味ですか？
自然や社会の周りの状態を表す言葉です。
Going to the Bathroom During Class
If you need to go to the bathroom during class, it is polite to ask the teacher for permission.
It is better to go before class to concentrate on lessons, but if you need to go during class, inform the teacher.
すみません、トイレに行ってもいいですか？
はい、行ってきてください。
Submitting Homework
This is the conversation when submitting homework.
If there is something you don’t understand in your homework, you can ask the teacher immediately.
宿題を提出します。
ありがとう。分からない所はありますか？
はい、問題５の漢字の読み方が分かりませんでした。
問題５の漢字は、とうきょう、と読みます。
Asking About a Test Schedule
Knowing the test schedule allows you to study in a planned way.
Being prepared in advance helps you stay calm on the test day.
次の漢字テストはいつですか？
来週の水曜日です。
Greeting at the End of Class
At the end of class, greet and thank the teacher and classmates.
Proper greetings help develop good manners and smooth communication in school life.
ありがとうございました。
お疲れさまでした。
Inviting Someone to Lunch
Inviting classmates to lunch helps strengthen friendships.
Through conversation, you can also expand your Japanese expression skills.
一緒に昼ごはんを食べませんか？
いいですね。
何を食べたいですか？
ラーメンが食べたいです。
ではラーメンにしましょう。
Inviting to Play After School
Going out to play after school strengthens friendships.
Use polite expressions when making plans.
授業後、一緒にカフェに行きませんか？
いいですね、行きましょう。
Inviting to Club Activities
Joining club activities together with friends helps deepen your friendship.
Speaking Japanese during club activities also helps you learn Japanese vocabulary and grammar.
一緒にテニス部に入りませんか？
いいですね。運動したいです。
Greeting When Going Home
You should greet others when leaving.
Polite greetings leave a good impression.
さようなら。また明日。
さようなら。また明日。