The Prayer of “Thank You”　in Japanese

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✨ Today’s Prayer Phrase

「ありがとう。かみさま。」
Arigatou. Kamisama.
Thank you, God.

「ありがとう。主しゅよ」
Arigatou. syuyo.
Thank you, Lord

「ありがとう。イエス様さま。」
Arigatou.Yesu sama.
Thank you, Jesus .

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📖 How to Use

• Before eating a meal, say: Arigatou. Kamisama.
• When you want to thank God for daily blessings (family, friends, good weather, health).
• This short prayer helps you connect gratitude with Japanese learning.

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💡 Japanese Notes

• ありがとう (Arigatou) = Thank you
• かみさま (Kamisama) = God
  👉 The word -sama shows respect. It is used for God in Japanese.
• 主よ (Syuyo) = Lord
• イエス・キリスト(Iesu Kiristo) = Jesus Christ

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🗣 Practice Sentences

1. ありがとう。かみさま。 (Thank you, God.)
2. ありがとう。ともだち。 (Thank you, friend.)
3. ありがとう。せんせい。 (Thank you, teacher.)
4. ありがとう。しゅよ。 (Thank you, Lord)
5. ありがとう。いえすさま。 (Thank you, Jesus.）

📖 Practice Tip

Try saying each sentence five times.

Reading the sentence aloud will help you improve your Japanese pronunciation and remember new words more naturally.

If possible, practice while looking at the Japanese, the Romaji, and the English translation together.

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🙌 Reflection

Gratitude begins with simple words.

Even saying “Thank you, God.” each day can remind us of God’s love and faithfulness.

Try praying this simple prayer today

「ありがとう、かみさま。」
Arigatou, Kamisama.
Thank you, God.

🌿 Continue Learning

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