[Conversational Japanese] Greetings “When we meet”
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(2) “Greetings used when meeting friends”
Greetings used amongst family members and close friends. Generally we don’t bow. As a gesture, some people casually put a hand up. It depends.
Morning: “Ohayou” Good morning
Daytime: “Konnichiwa” Hello
(Can be used from 10 am-dusk)
Night: “Konbanwa” Good evening
Before bed: “Oyasumi” Good night
When people part: “Mata-ne”, “Jyaa-ne” and “Bai-Bai” See ya! Later! Bye!
(with your hand waving)