What are typical closing phrases for Japanese phone conversations

Typical closing phrases in Japanese phone conversations often reflect politeness and gradual wind-down of the call. Common closing expressions include:

• そろそろ失礼します (“I should be going soon”)
• じゃ、また (“Well, see you later”)
• お疲れ様でした (“Thank you for your efforts”)
• 失礼します (“Excuse me” or “Goodbye” in a polite sense)
• また電話します (“I’ll call you again”)
• では、失礼します (“Well then, excuse me”)
• ありがとうございました (“Thank you very much”)

Typically, these closings are preceded by a pre-closing phrase indicating the speaker wants to end the call, and then followed by expressions of gratitude or acknowledgment, ending with a polite goodbye. The closing is often softened to maintain harmony and politeness in the interaction. ¹

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