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đŸ‡ŻđŸ‡”đŸ‡ŻđŸ‡” Come to Nostrasia in Tokyo!! đŸ‡ŻđŸ‡”đŸ‡ŻđŸ‡”

There are some words in the Japanese language that express concepts that are unique or that are not emphasized in other languages or cultures. Here are 2 that work in a pair.

1. "Okaerinasai" (お澰りăȘさい): It is a word used to welcome someone back home, expressing a sense of warmth, hospitality, and acknowledgement of their return.

2. "Tadaima" (ăŸă ă„ăŸ): It is a word used by someone returning home to announce their arrival. It is often met with the response "okaerinasai," creating a reciprocal exchange of acknowledgment and welcome.

Every time I return to Japan and see the "okaerinasai" sign in the airport, a sense of deep appreciation for this country and its people well up in me. 🙏

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gillian 2y ago

Oops, forgot to say that all Japanese people say "tadaima" when they get home, and whoever is in the home will reply "okaerinasai" or "okaeri", which is less formal. I love this practice in daily life in Japan!!

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