Welcome back to JapanTodayy! In Episode 5, things take a surprising turn — Hana gets separated from Yuki in the massive crowds of Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world. It’s the perfect situation to learn how to ask for directions, describe locations, and seek help politely in Japanese. Let’s dive in!
🧭 Scene Summary
Hana and Yuki are crossing the famous Shibuya scramble together. But in the sea of people, they get split up. Hana looks around but can’t find Yuki anywhere. She tries asking a passerby for help and finally calls Yuki to meet at a landmark. This episode teaches real-world survival phrases for when you’re lost or confused — incredibly helpful for travelers and daily life in Japan.
🗣️ Episode Dialogue
| Character | Japanese | English | Korean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hana | ユキ？どこ？見えないよ〜 | Yuki? Where are you? I can’t see you! | 유키? 어디야? 안 보여~ |
| (Stranger) | 大丈夫ですか？ | Are you okay? | 괜찮으세요? |
| Hana | すみません、ハチ公はどこですか？ | Excuse me, where is Hachiko? | 실례지만, 하치코 동상은 어디예요? |
| Stranger | あちらの交差点の前にありますよ。 | It’s right in front of that crossing over there. | 저 건널목 앞에 있어요. |
| Hana | ありがとうございます！ | Thank you very much! | 감사합니다! |
| (Phone rings) | 📞 | 📞 | 📞 |
| Hana | ユキ、今どこ？ | Yuki, where are you now? | 유키, 지금 어디야? |
| Yuki | スタバの前にいるよ。ハチ公で会おう！ | I’m in front of Starbucks. Let’s meet at Hachiko! | 스타벅스 앞이야. 하치코에서 만나자! |
| Hana | わかった、すぐ行くね！ | Got it, I’ll be there soon! | 알겠어, 금방 갈게! |
📚 Vocabulary Boost
- 迷子 (まいご) – lost child / being lost
- 見えない (mienai) – can’t see
- 交差点 (こうさてん) – intersection
- あちら (achira) – that way (polite)
- すぐ行くね – I’ll go right away
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🎯 Grammar Focus: Asking for Directions
A few polite and useful patterns:
- 〜はどこですか？ – Where is ~? ハチ公はどこですか？ (Where is Hachiko?)
- 〜の前にいます。 – I’m in front of ~ スタバの前にいる (I’m in front of Starbucks)
These are key when navigating unfamiliar places in Japan. Always add a polite opener like すみません when asking strangers.
🗼 Cultural Tip: Meeting Points in Japan
In Japan, it’s common to meet at iconic public landmarks — especially places like Hachiko Statue in Shibuya or train station clocks. They’re well-known and easy to describe, making them ideal for regrouping when you’re lost.
Also, don’t be shy to ask locals! Many Japanese people are happy to help — even if you don’t speak fluently, simple polite Japanese goes a long way.
That’s it for Episode 5! You now know how to stay calm, ask for help, and navigate Japan’s busiest areas with confidence.
🎥 Next episode: Episode 6 – “At the Convenience Store (コンビニで)”
Hana and Yuki head into a konbini and explore snacks, payments, and daily Japanese essentials!
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