“Thank you” is one of the first phrases that you learn when you are learning a new language. It brings a smile on anyone’s face when you say “Arigato,” but there are a few more formal expressions you can use to say “Thank you” in Japanese. I am a native Japanese speaker and have worked with number of foreign colleagues and clients. These phrases are part of the advice I gave to them which brought them a deeper cultural understanding. So here are some of the phrases that might help you to build a little deeper relationship with Japanese people. [Continue Reading…]