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日本語Vocabulary0 to A1 CourseShopping and Consumer Culture

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In this lesson, you will learn about shopping and consumer culture in Japan.

Vocabulary[redaktə | mənbəni redaktə et]

Here are some common words and phrases related to shopping and consumer culture in Japan:

Japanese Pronunciation North Azerbaijani
お金 (okane) oh-kah-neh pul
買い物 (kaimono) kah-ee-moh-noh alışveriş
デパート (depāto) deh-pah-toh mağaza
売り場 (uriba) oo-ree-bah satış noktası
レジ (reji) reh-jee kasa
プレゼント (purezento) poo-reh-zen-toh hediye
値段 (nedan) neh-dahn fiyat
売り切れ (urikire) oo-ree-kee-reh tükenmiş
品切れ (shin-kire) sheen-kee-reh tükenmiş
店員 (ten'in) teh-neen mağaza görevlisi

Shopping in Japan[redaktə | mənbəni redaktə et]

Shopping in Japan can be a unique and exciting experience, with a wide variety of stores and goods available. Some popular places to shop in Japan include:

  • デパート (depāto) - department stores that offer a wide range of goods, from fashion to home appliances
  • コンビニ (konbini) - convenience stores that offer a range of goods and services, from snacks to photocopying
  • スーパーマーケット (sūpāmāketto) - supermarkets that offer groceries and household goods
  • 集成館 (shu-sei-kan) - a type of store that specializes in certain products, such as electronics, books, or toys

One unique aspect of shopping in Japan is the concept of お土産 (omiyage), which are souvenir gifts that people often buy to bring back to friends and family after a trip. These gifts are often region-specific and are intended to show appreciation and thoughtfulness.

Consumer Culture[redaktə | mənbəni redaktə et]

Japan has a unique and vibrant consumer culture, with many trends and phenomena that are popular both domestically and internationally. Here are a few examples:

  • 押し売り (oshiuri) - a practice where salespeople aggressively push products onto potential customers, often in busy shopping areas
  • プチプラ (puchi pura) - a term that refers to affordable and stylish fashion that is popular among young people
  • 百均 (hyakkin) - a type of store that sells items for 100 yen, or around $1 USD, that are often useful and practical
  • パチンコ (pachinko) - a popular type of arcade game that involves gambling and prizes

It's also worth noting that Japan has a strong culture of customer service, with many stores and businesses placing a high priority on providing a positive experience for their customers.

Useful Phrases[redaktə | mənbəni redaktə et]

Here are some useful phrases to know when shopping in Japan:

  • いらっしゃいませ (irasshaimase) - a greeting used by store employees to welcome customers
  • どのくらいですか? (dono kurai desu ka?) - how much is it?
  • これをください (kore o kudasai) - I'll take this, please
  • 領収書お願いします (ryōshūsho onegaishimasu) - can I have a receipt, please?
  • クレジットカードは使えますか? (kurejitto kādo wa tsukaemasu ka?) - do you accept credit cards?

Conclusion[redaktə | mənbəni redaktə et]

By learning these words and phrases, you'll be better equipped to navigate the world of shopping and consumer culture in Japan. Whether you're buying souvenirs or just picking up some groceries, understanding the language and customs can help you have a more enjoyable and fulfilling experience.

Table of Contents - Japanese Course - 0 to A1[mənbəni redaktə et]


Hiragana Asasları


Təbriklər və Təqdimatlar


Geografiya və Tarix


Sıfatlar və Zərflər


Ailə və Sosial Əlaqələr


Din və Fəlsəfə


Partikllər və Bağlaclar


Səyahət və Turizm


Təhsil və Elmlər


Prepozisiyalar və İstinadlar


İncəsənət və Media


Siyasət və Cəmiyyət


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