Irodori Starter Conversations
Starter Level (A1/A2) • JFT-Basic Conversation Prep
Build your Japanese conversation foundation with Irodori Starter dialogues. Practice greetings, shopping, invitations, directions, health, and everyday situations for JFT-Basic and daily life in Japan.
Conversation Practice
Lesson 1: Greetings and Self-Introductions
Greet people, introduce yourself, and share basic personal information in everyday Japanese.
Lesson 2: Shopping and Prices
Ask about prices, buy everyday items, and handle simple shopping conversations at stores.
Lesson 3: Inviting Someone Out
Invite friends to eat or go out, and accept or decline invitations politely.
Lesson 4: Dates and Times
Ask and talk about dates, times, and schedules when making appointments and plans.
Lesson 5: Locations and Directions
Ask where places are, understand simple directions, and find your way around town.
Lesson 6: Doing Things Together
Suggest activities, respond to suggestions, and make simple plans with friends and coworkers.
Lesson 7: Asking for Help
Request help, understand simple instructions, and respond when someone asks you for assistance.
Lesson 8: Health and Feeling Unwell
Describe symptoms, talk about how you feel, and respond at a clinic or pharmacy.
Lesson 9: Likes and Dislikes
Talk about favorite things, hobbies, and personal preferences in casual everyday conversation.
Lesson 10: Shopping and Different Stores
Ask where to buy things, compare products, and shop at different types of stores in Japan.
Lesson 11: Transportation and How to Get There
Ask how to get somewhere, use trains and buses, and understand basic travel information.
Lesson 12: Requests and Everyday Politeness
Make polite requests, ask for things, and use common polite expressions in daily situations.
Lesson 13: Famous Places and Sightseeing
Talk about well-known places, ask for recommendations, and discuss simple travel plans.
Lesson 14: Leisure and Free Time
Talk about weekends and free time, and invite others to leisure activities and outings.
Lesson 15: Jobs and Work
Talk about your job, your workplace, and simple daily work routines in Japanese.
Lesson 16: Tiredness and Daily Routine
Talk about being tired or busy, describe your daily routine, and express how you feel.
Lesson 17: Saying Goodbye
Say farewell, use appropriate closing greetings, and end conversations naturally in daily life.
Lesson 18: Gratitude and Reflections
Express thanks, talk about your experiences, and reflect on time spent with friends and coworkers.