Japanese Business Glossary

円建て (yendate) is a Japanese term that translates to "denominated in yen" or "yen-denominated." It refers to financial instruments, transactions, or assets that are valued and settled in Japanese yen (JPY).

For example, a yen-denominated bond (円建て債券) is a bond issued in yen, meaning that both the principal and interest payments are made in yen. Similarly, yen-denominated accounts or contracts specify that all financial dealings are conducted in yen.

Using yendate is common for businesses and investors involved in the Japanese market or for those seeking to manage currency risk associated with fluctuations in the value of the yen.

金融商品 (kinyu shohin) is a Japanese term that translates to "financial products" or "financial instruments." It refers to various types of investments and financial contracts that are traded in financial markets.

These products include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, derivatives (such as options and futures), insurance policies, and other investment vehicles. Kinyu shohin are designed to meet the needs of investors and companies by providing opportunities for income generation, capital appreciation, risk management, and liquidity.

別 (betsu) is a Japanese term that translates to "separate," "different," or "distinct." It is used to indicate that something is set apart or distinguished from others.

In various contexts, betsu can refer to items, categories, or groups that are not the same or are treated individually. For example, 別々 (betsu betsu) means "separately" or "individually," while 別の (betsu no) means "another" or "different."

清涼飲料水 (seiryou inryou sui) is a Japanese term that translates to "soft drink" or "refreshing beverage." It refers to non-alcoholic beverages that are usually sweetened and flavored, designed to be refreshing and enjoyable to drink.

These drinks can include a wide range of products such as sodas, fruit juices, sports drinks, flavored water, and iced teas. They are typically consumed chilled and are popular for their pleasant taste and hydrating qualities.

特定記録 (tokutei kiroku) is a Japanese term that translates to "specified record" or "special record." It refers to a postal service provided by Japan Post that offers tracking and confirmation of delivery for mailed items.

With tokutei kiroku, senders can confirm that their mail has been delivered to the recipient by accessing delivery status information. However, unlike more comprehensive services such as registered mail, tokutei kiroku does not require a recipient's signature upon delivery, and it provides basic tracking rather than full insurance coverage for the contents.

This service is often used for sending important documents or items where proof of delivery is needed, but the highest level of security or insurance is not necessary.

対応 (taiou) is a Japanese term that encompasses several meanings, often translated as "correspondence," "response," or "handling." In a business context, it generally refers to how a company or individual responds to various situations, inquiries, or problems. This can include customer service interactions, addressing complaints, managing crises, and adapting to new information or circumstances.