Being able to talk about music is a great way to start a conversation with a native Japanese speaker—after all, music is a universal language!
Perhaps you’re traveling in Japan and you want to buy some local music—how would you ask for what you want in Japanese?
After this free lesson you'll be a master at talking about music in Japanese!
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Don-na ongaku ga suki desu ka?
What kind of music do (you) like?
(I) like classical (music).
Dono kashu ga suki desu ka?
Who is (your) favorite singer?
わたし の すきな バンド は ビートルズ です。
Watashi no suki na bando wa Bītoruzu desu.
My favorite band is The Beatles.
Nani ka gakki o hikimasu ka?
Do (you) play any instruments?
Here are some popular music genres that you might be a fan of:
If you are looking for music in a store, these phrases will come in handy:
Kono CD wa ikura desu ka?
How much is this CD please?
Kurashikku on gaku wa arimasu ka?
Do (you) have classical music?
Do (you) have rock (music)?
なに か おすすめ の おんがく は あります か?
Nani ka osusume no ongaku wa arimasu ka ?
Can (you) recommend some music (for me)?
Finally, here are some useful words when listening to music at home, in the car, or at a concert.
Kare wa kireina koe o shite iru.
He has a beautiful voice.
Kono kyoku ga sugoku suki desu.
(I )really like this song.
Kono kyoku wa suki desu ka?
Now you're ready to meet fellow music fans and find your music fix in Japan!
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