Aisatsu is a “fixed” phrase that the Japanese use in particular situations.  For example, when a Japanese person leaves the house, the person will always say いってきます.  In response, people who stay at home will say いっていらっしゃい or いってらっしゃい to send them off.   Knowing when to use and how to respond to these Aisatsu phrases is an important part of interpersonal communication in Japan. Aisatsu is very important in Japanese culture and society. 

"Daily phrases" express kindness and feelings. The list includes expressions commonly used in a classroom. Level 2 & 3 students are expected to learn all level and Level 2 & 3 phrases. Students are encouraged to use these phrases as often as possible at school. 

Japanese proverbs are called kotowaza （ことわざ). Japanese proverbs are filled with ancient wisdom. Enjoy learning four of the most famous ones that teach perseverance and life lessons. 

Gitaigo and Giongo (onomatopoeic or sound words) are essential parts of the Japanese language. Usually, they are two sounds that repeat, which makes them fun to hear and to say. These words can describe something, what it sounds like, or how you feel. 

Kanj(かんじ): Kanji were introduced to Japan in the 5th century from China via the Korean peninsula. Kanji are the logographic characters for writing nouns, adjectives, adverbs, and verbs. There are two ways to pronounce Kanji, a Chinese way (On-Yomi) and a Japanese way (Kun-Yomi). 2000 to 3000 kanji are required to understand newspapers, and a set of 2136 characters are the official "Kanji for everyday use." Elementary students learn 1026 kanji, and middle school students learn 1110.  This year's kanji for Japan Bowl are related to history and school.