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Drinks after work

You're friends, meeting up at an izakaya at the end of a long week.

  • とりあえずなま

    toriaezu nama de

    A draft beer to start.

    Say it to the server right after sitting down — the classic izakaya first order.

  • つか

    otsukare

    Good work / hey, you made it.

    Casual greeting to a friend after work, and also used as a toast.

  • 乾杯かんぱい

    kanpai

    Cheers!

    Say it while clinking glasses, before the first sip.

  • すみません

    sumimasen

    Excuse me!

    Call out to the staff when you want to order more.

  • なににする?

    nani ni suru?

    What are you having?

    Ask your friend while looking at the menu.