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Japanese Challenge

A Japanese city street at night. Young people walking and laughing.

Ever dreamed of visiting Japan? Well, here's your chance to get a flavour.

Imagine you arrive at the airport, equipped with a print-out of your Internet booking for your stay at a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn.

Just dive in or learn some handy Essential Phrases first.

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Japanese Essential Phrases

How to greet, say thanks and ask for the toilet

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