Going Places (Directional Verbs)

Foundational grammar used in the dialogue.

Learning to accept or politely decline invitations to dine out or view cherry blossoms. Life in Japan (Lessons 9–15):

In the later lessons (16-25), the conversations become more complex and nuanced, covering topics like travel, work, and daily routines. For example, in Lesson 18, learners learn how to discuss travel plans using phrases like "Ashita, Tokyo ni ikimasu" (I'm going to Tokyo tomorrow). In Lesson 22, learners practice talking about their daily routines, using expressions like "Watashi wa gozen 7-ji ni okimasu" (I wake up at 7:00 am).

A: What do you eat? B: I eat ramen.

Miller starts making friends outside of work, such as Karina (an Indonesian student) and Santos (from Brazil Air). They invite each other to movies and festivals, and Miller expresses his desires (e.g., wanting to buy a camera or go to a party).

A: Koko de aimashita. B: (Koko de) aimashita.