190+ Best Japanese Birthday Wishes & Short Greetings | Kana, Romaji & English

Saying happy birthday in Japanese adds a thoughtful, personal touch to any greeting. 🎂 Japanese offers different tones, from casual friendliness to respectful politeness. ✨ This guide brings together Japanese birthday wishes for every relationship and mood. 🌸

Each wish here includes the Japanese script, the romaji reading, and the English meaning. 💫 That way, you can read it, pronounce it, and understand it all at once. 🌿 Whether typed in a card or read aloud, these phrases are ready to use. 🎉

From close friends to coworkers, every tone and situation is covered here. 🌟 You’ll also find short greetings, cute lines, and even belated birthday wishes. 🤍 Let’s help you say happy birthday in Japanese with real confidence. 🎈

These Japanese birthday wishes are grouped by relationship, so you can find the right tone quickly. 🌸

Happy Birthday in Japanese

These core Japanese birthday wishes work as a starting point for any relationship. 🎂

• 誕生日おめでとう!(Tanjoubi omedetou!) — Happy birthday! 🎂
• お誕生日おめでとうございます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Happy birthday to you. 🎉
• ハッピーバースデー!(Happī bāsudē!) — Happy birthday! 🎊
• 素敵な一年になりますように。(Suteki na ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — May this be a wonderful year for you. ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、良い一年になりますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, yoi ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, wishing you a great year ahead. 🌸
• 健康で幸せな一年になりますように。(Kenkou de shiawase na ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — May you have a healthy and happy year. 🌿
• 素晴らしい一年をお過ごしください。(Subarashii ichinen wo osugoshikudasai.) — Please have a wonderful year. 💫
• 誕生日おめでとうございます、これからもよろしくお願いします。(Tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, korekara mo yoroshiku onegaishimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued kindness. 🙏
• 幸せな誕生日をお過ごしください。(Shiawase na tanjoubi wo osugoshikudasai.) — Please have a happy birthday. 🌸
• あなたの誕生日を心からお祝いします。(Anata no tanjoubi wo kokoro kara oiwai shimasu.) — I celebrate your birthday wholeheartedly. 💗
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつも応援しています。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo ouenshiteimasu.) — Happy birthday, I’m always cheering you on. 🎈
• 楽しい誕生日をお過ごしください。(Tanoshii tanjoubi wo osugoshikudasai.) — Please enjoy your birthday. 🎁
• お誕生日おめでとう、素敵な一日になりますように。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, suteki na ichinichi ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may it be a wonderful day. 🌟
• 今日はあなたの特別な日ですね、誕生日おめでとう。(Kyou wa anata no tokubetsu na hi desu ne, tanjoubi omedetou.) — Today is your special day, happy birthday. 🎂

Japanese Birthday Wishes for a Friend

These Japanese birthday wishes for a friend keep things warm and casual. 🌸

• 誕生日おめでとう!今年も一緒に楽しもうね。(Tanjoubi omedetou! Kotoshi mo issho ni tanoshimou ne.) — Happy birthday! Let’s have fun together this year too. 🎉
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつも一緒にいてくれてありがとう。(Otanjoubi omedetou, itsumo issho ni ite kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thanks for always being by my side. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからもずっと友達でいてね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo zutto tomodachi de ite ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s stay friends forever. 🌸
• 今日はあなたの日だね、誕生日おめでとう!(Kyou wa anata no hi da ne, tanjoubi omedetou!) — Today is your day, happy birthday! 🎂
• 誕生日おめでとう、良いことがたくさんありますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, yoi koto ga takusan arimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, hope lots of good things come your way. ✨
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつも笑わせてくれてありがとう。(Otanjoubi omedetou, itsumo warawasete kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thanks for always making me laugh. 😄
• 誕生日おめでとう、今年も楽しい一年になりますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, kotoshi mo tanoshii ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, hope this year is a fun one too. 🎈
• お誕生日おめでとう、大切な友達だよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, taisetsu na tomodachi da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re such a precious friend. 🌷
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつもそばにいてくれてありがとう。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo soba ni ite kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thank you for always being near. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからもよろしくね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo yoroshiku ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s keep being close from now on. 🌿
• 誕生日おめでとう、素敵な一日を過ごしてね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, suteki na ichinichi wo sugoshite ne.) — Happy birthday, have a wonderful day. 🎁
• お誕生日おめでとう、会えて本当に良かった。(Otanjoubi omedetou, aete hontou ni yokatta.) — Happy birthday, I’m so glad I met you. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつも支えてくれてありがとう。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo sasaete kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thank you for always supporting me. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、今年も一緒に思い出を作ろうね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, kotoshi mo issho ni omoide wo tsukurou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s make more memories together this year. ✨

Keep a few of these Japanese birthday wishes ready for the next friend’s birthday too. 🌸

Japanese Birthday Wishes for Best Friend

These Japanese birthday wishes for a best friend carry a little extra warmth. 💗

• 誕生日おめでとう、世界一の親友だよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, sekaiichi no shinyuu da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re the best friend in the world. 💗
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつも本当にありがとう。(Otanjoubi omedetou, itsumo hontou ni arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thank you so much for everything. 🌸
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからもずっと親友だよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo zutto shinyuu da yo.) — Happy birthday, we’ll always be best friends. ✨
• お誕生日おめでとう、あなたがいてくれて幸せだよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, anata ga ite kurete shiawase da yo.) — Happy birthday, I’m so happy you’re in my life. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつも一番の理解者だよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo ichiban no rikaisha da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re always the one who understands me most. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとう、最高の一年になりますように。(Otanjoubi omedetou, saikou no ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may it be your best year yet. 🎉
• 誕生日おめでとう、私の一番大切な人だよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, watashi no ichiban taisetsu na hito da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re my most important person. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつも隣にいてくれてありがとう。(Otanjoubi omedetou, itsumo tonari ni ite kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thank you for always being right beside me. 🌸
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからも笑って過ごそうね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo waratte sugosou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s keep laughing together. 😄
• お誕生日おめでとう、あなたに出会えて本当に良かった。(Otanjoubi omedetou, anata ni deaete hontou ni yokatta.) — Happy birthday, I’m truly grateful we met. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつまでも大好きだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsu made mo daisuki da yo.) — Happy birthday, I’ll always love you as a friend. 🌷
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからもたくさん話そうね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo takusan hanasou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s keep talking a lot. ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、感謝の気持ちでいっぱいだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, kansha no kimochi de ippai da yo.) — Happy birthday, my heart is full of gratitude for you. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからも一番の親友でいてね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo ichiban no shinyuu de ite ne.) — Happy birthday, please stay my number one best friend. 🌸

These Japanese birthday wishes work well printed inside a card as well. 💗

Japanese Birthday Wishes for Girlfriend

These romantic Japanese birthday wishes are made for the one you love. 💕

• 誕生日おめでとう、大好きだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, daisuki da yo.) — Happy birthday, I love you so much. 💕
• お誕生日おめでとう、あなたが私の全てだよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, anata ga watashi no subete da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re everything to me. 💗
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからもずっと一緒にいようね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo zutto issho ni iyou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s stay together forever. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、毎日あなたを想っているよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, mainichi anata wo omotteiru yo.) — Happy birthday, I think of you every day. 💫
• 誕生日おめでとう、あなたに出会えて幸せだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, anata ni deaete shiawase da yo.) — Happy birthday, I’m so happy I found you. 🌷
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつまでも大切にするよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, itsu made mo taisetsu ni suru yo.) — Happy birthday, I’ll cherish you forever. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、あなたの笑顔が大好きだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, anata no egao ga daisuki da yo.) — Happy birthday, I love your smile so much. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからも支え合おうね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo sasaeaou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s keep supporting each other. ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、愛してるよ、いつまでも。(Tanjoubi omedetou, aishiteru yo, itsu made mo.) — Happy birthday, I love you, forever. 💗
• お誕生日おめでとう、あなたと過ごす毎日が幸せだよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, anata to sugosu mainichi ga shiawase da yo.) — Happy birthday, every day with you is happiness. 💫
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからも二人で歩んでいこうね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo futari de ayunde ikou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s keep walking this path together. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとう、あなたは私の宝物だよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, anata wa watashi no takaramono da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re my treasure. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、素敵な一年になりますように、二人で。(Tanjoubi omedetou, suteki na ichinen ni narimasu youni, futari de.) — Happy birthday, may it be a wonderful year for us together. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからもずっとそばにいるよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo zutto soba ni iru yo.) — Happy birthday, I’ll always be by your side. 💗

Save a few of these Japanese birthday wishes for the next date night surprise. 🌸

Formal Birthday message in Japanese (coworker)

These formal Japanese birthday wishes use polite keigo for a coworker or senior colleague. 🙏

• お誕生日おめでとうございます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Happy birthday to you. 🙏
• 素晴らしい一年になりますことをお祈り申し上げます。(Subarashii ichinen ni narimasu koto wo oinori moushiagemasu.) — I sincerely wish you a wonderful year ahead. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、いつも大変お世話になっております。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, itsumo taihen osewa ni natteorimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you always for your kind support. 🙏
• ますますのご健勝をお祈り申し上げます。(Masumasu no gokenshou wo oinori moushiagemasu.) — I wish you continued good health. ✨
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、今後ともよろしくお願いいたします。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kongo tomo yoroshiku onegaiitashimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued cooperation. 🌿
• 素敵な一年をお過ごしくださいませ。(Suteki na ichinen wo osugoshikudasaimase.) — Please have a wonderful year. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、貴重なご指導に感謝しております。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kichouna goshidou ni kanshashiteorimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your valuable guidance. 🙏
• ますますのご活躍をお祈りしております。(Masumasu no gokatsuyaku wo oinorishiteorimasu.) — Wishing you continued success. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、健やかな一年になりますように。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, sukoyaka na ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may it be a healthy year. ✨
• 今後のご健康とご多幸をお祈り申し上げます。(Kongo no gokenkou to gotakou wo oinori moushiagemasu.) — I wish you continued health and happiness. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、この場をお借りしてお祝い申し上げます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kono ba wo okarishite oiwai moushiagemasu.) — Happy birthday, allow me to extend my congratulations. 🙏
• 素晴らしい一日をお過ごしください。(Subarashii ichinichi wo osugoshikudasai.) — Please have a wonderful day. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、今後ともご指導のほどよろしくお願い申し上げます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kongo tomo goshidou no hodo yoroshiku onegai moushiagemasu.) — Happy birthday, I look forward to your continued guidance. 🌸

These formal Japanese birthday wishes also work well in a printed office card. 🙏

Cute & short messages

These cute Japanese birthday wishes are short, playful, and easy to send. 🎀

• 誕生日おめでとう!(Tanjoubi omedetou!) — Happy birthday! 🎂
• おめでとう!(Omedetou!) — Congrats! 🎉
• ハピバ!(Hapiba!) — Happy b-day! 🎈
• 良い一年を!(Yoi ichinen wo!) — Have a great year! ✨
• 大好き、誕生日おめでとう!(Daisuki, tanjoubi omedetou!) — Love you, happy birthday! 💕
• おめでとう、これからもね!(Omedetou, korekara mo ne!) — Congrats, here’s to more! 🌸
• 最高の一日を!(Saikou no ichinichi wo!) — Have the best day! 🎁
• 誕生日おめでとう、笑顔で!(Tanjoubi omedetou, egao de!) — Happy birthday, keep smiling! 😊
• ハッピーバースデー、いえーい!(Happī bāsudē, ie~i!) — Happy birthday, yay! 🎊
• おめでとう、大好きだよ!(Omedetou, daisuki da yo!) — Congrats, love you! 💗
• 素敵な日を!(Suteki na hi wo!) — Have a lovely day! 🌷
• 誕生日おめでとう、幸せに!(Tanjoubi omedetou, shiawase ni!) — Happy birthday, be happy! 💫
• おめでとう、楽しんでね!(Omedetou, tanoshinde ne!) — Congrats, have fun! 🎈
• ハピバ、いつもありがとう!(Hapiba, itsumo arigatou!) — Happy b-day, thanks always! 🌿

These cute Japanese birthday wishes are easy to remember and easy to send. 🎀

Short Birthday Greetings (Japanese + Romaji + English)

These short Japanese birthday wishes work well when you just need a quick, simple line. 🌸

• 誕生日おめでとう。(Tanjoubi omedetou.) — Happy birthday. 🎂
• お誕生日おめでとうございます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Happy birthday. 🙏
• ハッピーバースデー。(Happī bāsudē.) — Happy birthday. 🎉
• おめでとう。(Omedetou.) — Congratulations. ✨
• 良い一日を。(Yoi ichinichi wo.) — Have a good day. 🌸
• 素敵な一年を。(Suteki na ichinen wo.) — Have a wonderful year. 💫
• 幸せな誕生日を。(Shiawase na tanjoubi wo.) — Have a happy birthday. 🌿
• おめでとうございます。(Omedetou gozaimasu.) — Congratulations. 🙏
• 楽しい一日を。(Tanoshii ichinichi wo.) — Have a fun day. 🎈
• 健康でいてね。(Kenkou de ite ne.) — Stay healthy. 🌸
• 幸あれ。(Sachi are.) — May happiness be with you. ✨
• 素晴らしい日を。(Subarashii hi wo.) — Have a wonderful day. 💗
• おめでとう、良い年を。(Omedetou, yoi toshi wo.) — Congrats, have a good year. 🌷

Keep these short Japanese birthday wishes saved for a last-minute message. 🌸

Happy Birthday in Japanese: Casual vs. Polite

Japanese birthday wishes change depending on how close you are to the person. Casual form suits friends and family, while polite form fits coworkers, clients, and elders. 🙏

Casual

• 誕生日おめでとう!(Tanjoubi omedetou!) — Happy birthday! (casual, close friends) 🎉
• おめでとう!今年もよろしくね。(Omedetou! Kotoshi mo yoroshiku ne.) — Congrats! Let’s have a good year. 🌸
• ハピバ、楽しんでね!(Hapiba, tanoshinde ne!) — Happy b-day, have fun! 🎈
• 誕生日おめでとう、大好きだよ!(Tanjoubi omedetou, daisuki da yo!) — Happy birthday, love you! 💕
• おめでとう、いい一年になりますように!(Omedetou, ii ichinen ni narimasu youni!) — Congrats, hope it’s a great year! ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、元気でね!(Tanjoubi omedetou, genki de ne!) — Happy birthday, stay well! 🌿

Polite

• お誕生日おめでとうございます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Happy birthday to you (polite). 🙏
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、素晴らしい一年になりますように。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, subarashii ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may it be a wonderful year. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、今後ともよろしくお願いいたします。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kongo tomo yoroshiku onegaiitashimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued kindness. ✨
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、ますますのご活躍をお祈りします。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, masumasu no gokatsuyaku wo oinorishimasu.) — Happy birthday, wishing you continued success. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、健やかな一年をお過ごしください。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, sukoyaka na ichinen wo osugoshikudasai.) — Happy birthday, please have a healthy year. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、心よりお祝い申し上げます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kokoro yori oiwai moushiagemasu.) — Happy birthday, my heartfelt congratulations. 🙏
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、いつもお世話になっております。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, itsumo osewa ni natteorimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued support. 🌸

Both casual and polite Japanese birthday wishes are useful to know well. 🙏

Happy Birthday Wishes for Friends

These Japanese birthday wishes suit a wider group of friends celebrating together. 🎉

• みんなで誕生日をお祝いしよう!おめでとう。(Minna de tanjoubi wo oiwaishiyou! Omedetou.) — Let’s all celebrate your birthday together! Congrats. 🎉
• 誕生日おめでとう、みんなあなたのことが大好きだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, minna anata no koto ga daisuki da yo.) — Happy birthday, everyone loves you so much. 💕
• お誕生日おめでとう、素敵な一年を仲間と過ごそうね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, suteki na ichinen wo nakama to sugosou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s spend a wonderful year with our friends. 🌸
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつも仲良くしてくれてありがとう。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo nakayoku shite kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thanks for always being close to me. ✨
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからも仲間でいようね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo nakama de iyou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s stay close friends. 🌿
• 誕生日おめでとう、楽しい時間をたくさん作ろうね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, tanoshii jikan wo takusan tsukurou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s make lots of fun memories. 🎈
• お誕生日おめでとう、みんなで祝えて嬉しいよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, minna de iwaete ureshii yo.) — Happy birthday, I’m happy we can all celebrate together. 💫
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからもよろしくね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo yoroshiku ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s continue to get along. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、いい思い出をたくさん作ろうね。(Otanjoubi omedetou, ii omoide wo takusan tsukurou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s make many good memories. ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、みんなお祝いしたい気持ちでいっぱいだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, minna oiwai shitai kimochi de ippai da yo.) — Happy birthday, everyone’s excited to celebrate you. 🎉
• お誕生日おめでとう、あなたがいるだけで楽しいよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, anata ga iru dake de tanoshii yo.) — Happy birthday, things are just more fun with you around. 🌷
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからも笑顔でいてね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo egao de ite ne.) — Happy birthday, keep smiling from now on. 😊
• お誕生日おめでとう、みんなあなたを応援しているよ。(Otanjoubi omedetou, minna anata wo ouenshiteiru yo.) — Happy birthday, everyone is cheering you on. 💫
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからも楽しい仲間でいようね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo tanoshii nakama de iyou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s stay fun friends together. 🌸

These Japanese birthday wishes work well shared in a group chat too. 🎉

Japanese Birthday Wishes for Family

These Japanese birthday wishes are written for parents, siblings, and grandparents. 🌷

• お母さん、誕生日おめでとう。いつもありがとう。(Okaasan, tanjoubi omedetou. Itsumo arigatou.) — Mom, happy birthday. Thank you for everything. 🙏
• お父さん、お誕生日おめでとうございます。(Otousan, o-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Dad, happy birthday to you. 🌸
• 誕生日おめでとう、おばあちゃん、いつまでも元気でいてね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, obaachan, itsu made mo genki de ite ne.) — Happy birthday, Grandma, stay healthy forever. 💐
• おじいちゃん、お誕生日おめでとう、いつもありがとう。(Ojiichan, o-tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo arigatou.) — Grandpa, happy birthday, thank you always. 🙏
• お兄ちゃん、誕生日おめでとう、これからもよろしくね。(Oniichan, tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo yoroshiku ne.) — Big brother, happy birthday, let’s stay close. 🌿
• お姉ちゃん、誕生日おめでとう、いつも頼りにしてるよ。(Oneechan, tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo tayori ni shiteru yo.) — Big sister, happy birthday, I always rely on you. 💕
• 誕生日おめでとう、家族みんなあなたが大好きだよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, kazoku minna anata ga daisuki da yo.) — Happy birthday, the whole family loves you so much. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつも家族を支えてくれてありがとう。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo kazoku wo sasaete kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thank you for always supporting our family. 🙏
• 誕生日おめでとう、これからも健康でいてね。(Tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo kenkou de ite ne.) — Happy birthday, stay healthy from now on. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとう、家族に生まれてきてくれてありがとう。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, kazoku ni umarete kite kurete arigatou.) — Happy birthday, thank you for being part of our family. 🌷
• 誕生日おめでとう、いつまでも笑顔でいてほしいな。(Tanjoubi omedetou, itsu made mo egao de ite hoshii na.) — Happy birthday, I hope you’re always smiling. 😊
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからも仲良く過ごそうね。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo nakayoku sugosou ne.) — Happy birthday, let’s keep getting along well. 🌸
• 誕生日おめでとう、家族の宝物だよ。(Tanjoubi omedetou, kazoku no takaramono da yo.) — Happy birthday, you’re our family’s treasure. 💗
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつまでも元気で長生きしてね。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, itsu made mo genki de nagaikishite ne.) — Happy birthday, stay healthy and live long. 🌿

These Japanese birthday wishes for family carry warmth across every generation. 🌷

Professional Birthday Greetings in Japanese (Coworkers, Clients)

These Japanese birthday wishes suit clients and workplace relationships that call for extra formality. 🙏

• お誕生日おめでとうございます、いつもお世話になっております。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, itsumo osewa ni natteorimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued support. 🙏
• 貴社のますますのご発展をお祈り申し上げます。(Kisha no masumasu no gohatten wo oinori moushiagemasu.) — We wish for the continued growth of your company. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、今後ともよろしくお願い申し上げます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kongo tomo yoroshiku onegai moushiagemasu.) — Happy birthday, we look forward to our continued partnership. ✨
• ますますのご健康とご多幸をお祈りいたします。(Masumasu no gokenkou to gotakou wo oinoriitashimasu.) — We wish you continued health and happiness. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、感謝の気持ちを込めて。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kansha no kimochi wo komete.) — Happy birthday, with our sincere gratitude. 🙏
• 貴殿のご健勝を心よりお祈り申し上げます。(Kiden no gokenshou wo kokoro yori oinori moushiagemasu.) — We sincerely wish you continued good health. 💫
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、日頃のご支援に感謝しております。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, higoro no goshien ni kanshashiteorimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your ongoing support. 🌸
• 素晴らしい一年になりますことを心よりお祈りいたします。(Subarashii ichinen ni narimasu koto wo kokoro yori oinoriitashimasu.) — We sincerely wish you a wonderful year ahead. ✨
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、貴重なお取引に感謝申し上げます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kichouna otorihiki ni kansha moushiagemasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your valued business. 🙏
• 今後ともよきお付き合いのほどよろしくお願いいたします。(Kongo tomo yoki otsukiai no hodo yoroshiku onegaiitashimasu.) — We look forward to our continued good relationship. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、貴社の発展を心よりお祈りいたします。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kisha no hatten wo kokoro yori oinoriitashimasu.) — Happy birthday, we wish your company continued success. 💫
• ますますのご活躍をお祈りしております。(Masumasu no gokatsuyaku wo oinorishiteorimasu.) — We wish you continued success. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、これからもよろしくお願い申し上げます。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, korekara mo yoroshiku onegai moushiagemasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued cooperation. 🙏

These professional Japanese birthday wishes suit emails just as well as cards. 🙏

Cute or Kawaii Happy Birthday Lines

These kawaii Japanese birthday wishes are extra playful and sweet. 🎀

• 誕生日おめでとう〜!めっちゃ嬉しい!(Tanjoubi omedetou~! Meccha ureshii!) — Happy birthday~! So happy for you! 🎀
• おめでと〜!今日は主役だよ!(Omedetou~! Kyou wa shuyaku da yo!) — Congrats~! You’re the star today! 🌸
• ハピバ、ケーキ食べようね!(Hapiba, kēki tabeyou ne!) — Happy b-day, let’s eat cake! 🍰
• 誕生日おめでとう、ぎゅーってしたい気分!(Tanjoubi omedetou, gyu~tte shitai kibun!) — Happy birthday, I want to give you a big hug! 🤗
• おめでと〜、キラキラな一年になりますように!(Omedetou~, kirakira na ichinen ni narimasu youni!) — Congrats~, may it be a sparkly year! ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、もう最高すぎる!(Tanjoubi omedetou, mou saikou sugiru!) — Happy birthday, you’re simply amazing! 🎉
• ハピバ〜、いっぱい笑ってね!(Hapiba~, ippai waratte ne!) — Happy b-day~, laugh lots today! 😊
• 誕生日おめでとう、幸せいっぱいでいてね!(Tanjoubi omedetou, shiawase ippai de ite ne!) — Happy birthday, stay full of happiness! 🌷
• おめでと〜、今日は特別だよ!(Omedetou~, kyou wa tokubetsu da yo!) — Congrats~, today is special! 🎈
• 誕生日おめでとう、キラキラの一日になりますように!(Tanjoubi omedetou, kirakira no ichinichi ni narimasu youni!) — Happy birthday, may today sparkle! ✨
• ハピバ、いっぱい愛されてね!(Hapiba, ippai aisarete ne!) — Happy b-day, be loved lots! 💗
• 誕生日おめでとう、可愛いあなたにぴったりの日だね!(Tanjoubi omedetou, kawaii anata ni pittari no hi da ne!) — Happy birthday, this day suits cute you perfectly! 🌸
• おめでと〜、ケーキもプレゼントも楽しんでね!(Omedetou~, kēki mo purezento mo tanoshinde ne!) — Congrats~, enjoy the cake and presents! 🎁
• 誕生日おめでとう、今日一日ハッピーでいてね!(Tanjoubi omedetou, kyou ichinichi happī de ite ne!) — Happy birthday, stay happy all day today! 🎊

These kawaii Japanese birthday wishes are perfect for close, playful friendships. 🎀

Happy Belated Birthday in Japanese

These belated Japanese birthday wishes work well when you’re a little late. 🌿

• 遅くなったけど、誕生日おめでとう。(Osokunatta kedo, tanjoubi omedetou.) — Sorry it’s late, happy birthday. 🎂
• 遅れてごめんね、お誕生日おめでとう。(Okurete gomen ne, o-tanjoubi omedetou.) — Sorry for being late, happy birthday. 🌸
• 遅くなりましたが、お誕生日おめでとうございます。(Osokunarimashitaga, o-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — I’m sorry this is late, happy birthday. 🙏
• 誕生日過ぎちゃったけど、おめでとう!(Tanjoubi sugichatta kedo, omedetou!) — Your birthday already passed, but congrats! 🎉
• 遅ればせながら、お誕生日おめでとうございます。(Okurebasenagara, o-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Belatedly, happy birthday to you. 🌿
• 気づくのが遅くなってごめんね、誕生日おめでとう。(Kizuku no ga osokunatte gomen ne, tanjoubi omedetou.) — Sorry I noticed late, happy birthday. 💫
• 遅くなったお祝いだけど、心を込めて、おめでとう。(Osokunatta oiwai dakedo, kokoro wo komete, omedetou.) — This celebration is late, but from the heart, congrats. 🌸
• 遅れちゃったけど、素敵な一年になりますように。(Okurechatta kedo, suteki na ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — It’s late, but may it be a wonderful year. ✨
• 遅くなってすみません、お誕生日おめでとうございます。(Osokunatte sumimasen, o-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu.) — Sorry for the delay, happy birthday. 🙏
• 遅れたけど、これからも元気でいてね。(Okureta kedo, korekara mo genki de ite ne.) — It’s late, but stay healthy from now on. 🌿
• お祝いが遅れてごめんね、誕生日おめでとう!(Oiwai ga okurete gomen ne, tanjoubi omedetou!) — Sorry the celebration is late, happy birthday! 🎈
• 遅くなりましたが、素晴らしい一年になりますように。(Osokunarimashitaga, subarashii ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — It’s late, but may it be a wonderful year. 💫
• 遅ればせながら、心よりお祝い申し上げます。(Okurebasenagara, kokoro yori oiwai moushiagemasu.) — Belatedly, my heartfelt congratulations. 🙏

These belated Japanese birthday wishes still carry the same sincerity. 🌿

Birthday Captions (Short and Shareable)

These short Japanese birthday wishes double as social media captions. 📸

• 誕生日おめでとう🎂(Tanjoubi omedetou) — Happy birthday 🎂
• HAPPY BIRTHDAY🎉(Happī Bāsudē) — Happy birthday 🎉
• 今日は特別な日(Kyou wa tokubetsu na hi) — Today is a special day ✨
• おめでとう㊗️(Omedetou) — Congrats 🎊
• 最高の一年になりますように(Saikou no ichinen ni narimasu youni) — May it be the best year yet 🌸
• 誕生日、乾杯!(Tanjoubi, kanpai!) — Birthday, cheers! 🥂
• ケーキとおめでとうの日(Kēki to omedetou no hi) — A day for cake and congrats 🍰
• 素敵な一日を(Suteki na ichinichi wo) — Have a lovely day 🌷
• 誕生日、満喫中(Tanjoubi, mankitsuchuu) — Enjoying my birthday to the fullest 🎈
• おめでとう、今日の主役(Omedetou, kyou no shuyaku) — Congrats, today’s star 🌟
• ハピバ、幸せいっぱい(Hapiba, shiawase ippai) — Happy b-day, full of happiness 💫
• 誕生日おめでとう、乾杯の時間(Tanjoubi omedetou, kanpai no jikan) — Happy birthday, time to toast 🥂
• 今日は私の日(Kyou wa watashi no hi) — Today is my day 🎁

What to Write on a Japanese Birthday Card

Writing a Japanese birthday card is simple once you know the basic structure. Start with a greeting, add something personal, then close with a warm wish.

• Start with a greeting like 誕生日おめでとう or the more polite お誕生日おめでとうございます depending on your relationship.
• Add a short personal line, a memory, a compliment, or a simple wish for the year ahead.
• Close with a warm phrase like これからもよろしくね for friends or 今後ともよろしくお願いいたします for formal relationships.
• Keep handwritten cards simple, since Japanese birthday cards often favor short, sincere messages over long paragraphs.
• If writing to an older relative or a boss, always use polite form rather than casual speech.

Culture Notes: Japanese Birthday Celebrations

Birthday customs in Japan are a little different from what you might expect elsewhere, and understanding them helps your message feel more natural.

• Birthdays in Japan are often celebrated more quietly than in some other cultures, especially for adults.
• Age milestones carry cultural weight, with 60 (kanreki), 77, and 88 marking special traditional celebrations.
• Children’s birthdays are frequently celebrated with cake, family gatherings, and small parties.
• Saying おめでとう or お誕生日おめでとうございます is a simple but meaningful way to acknowledge someone’s day.
• Gift-giving is common, though it tends to be more modest and thoughtful rather than extravagant.

Expanded Phrase Bank (Japanese Birthday Vocabulary)

This short vocabulary list covers the words that appear most often across Japanese birthday wishes.

• 誕生日 (Tanjoubi) — Birthday
• お誕生日 (O-tanjoubi) — Birthday (polite)
• おめでとう (Omedetou) — Congratulations (casual)
• おめでとうございます (Omedetou gozaimasu) — Congratulations (polite)
• 一年 (Ichinen) — One year
• 幸せ (Shiawase) — Happiness
• 健康 (Kenkou) — Health
• 友達 (Tomodachi) — Friend
• 親友 (Shinyuu) — Best friend
• 家族 (Kazoku) — Family
• 素敵 (Suteki) — Wonderful, lovely
• 楽しい (Tanoshii) — Fun
• ありがとう (Arigatou) — Thank you
• お祝い (Oiwai) — Celebration
• ケーキ (Kēki) — Cake
• プレゼント (Purezento) — Present
• 乾杯 (Kanpai) — Cheers
• 笑顔 (Egao) — Smile

10 More Copy-Ready Birthday Wishes

These final Japanese birthday wishes are ready to copy, paste, and send right away. 🎁

• 誕生日おめでとう、幸せな一年になりますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, shiawase na ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may it be a happy year. 🎂
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、良い一年をお過ごしください。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, yoi ichinen wo osugoshikudasai.) — Happy birthday, please have a good year. 🙏
• 誕生日おめでとう、笑顔溢れる一年になりますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, egao afureru ichinen ni narimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may it be a year full of smiles. 😊
• お誕生日おめでとう、これからも応援しているよ。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, korekara mo ouenshiteiru yo.) — Happy birthday, I’ll always be cheering for you. 💫
• 誕生日おめでとう、健康で楽しい一年を。(Tanjoubi omedetou, kenkou de tanoshii ichinen wo.) — Happy birthday, wishing you a healthy and fun year. 🌿
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、感謝の気持ちを込めて。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, kansha no kimochi wo komete.) — Happy birthday, with heartfelt gratitude. 🙏
• 誕生日おめでとう、素敵な思い出がたくさんできますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, suteki na omoide ga takusan dekimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may you make many wonderful memories. 🌸
• お誕生日おめでとう、いつも輝いていてね。(O-tanjoubi omedetou, itsumo kagayaiteite ne.) — Happy birthday, keep shining always. ✨
• 誕生日おめでとう、幸運がたくさんありますように。(Tanjoubi omedetou, kouun ga takusan arimasu youni.) — Happy birthday, may lots of good luck come your way. 🍀
• お誕生日おめでとうございます、これからもよろしくお願いします。(O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu, korekara mo yoroshiku onegaishimasu.) — Happy birthday, thank you for your continued kindness. 🌷

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you say happy birthday in Japanese?

The most common way is 誕生日おめでとう (Tanjoubi omedetou) casually, or お誕生日おめでとうございます (O-tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu) more politely.

What’s the difference between casual and polite birthday wishes in Japanese?

Casual wishes use plain form and are for friends and family, while polite wishes use keigo and are used for coworkers, clients, or elders.

How do you say happy belated birthday in Japanese?

A common phrase is 遅れてごめんね、お誕生日おめでとう (Okurete gomen ne, o-tanjoubi omedetou), meaning sorry it’s late, happy birthday.

Is it appropriate to send Japanese birthday wishes in English too?

Yes, many messages pair Japanese, romaji, and English together so the greeting feels personal and is still easy to understand.

What should I write on a Japanese birthday card for a coworker?

Use polite form, thank them for their support, and wish them continued health and success in the year ahead.

Last Words

Learning a few Japanese birthday wishes can make any greeting feel more meaningful. 🎂 A short phrase, said sincerely, often means more than a long message. ✨ What matters most is that the warmth behind it comes through clearly. 💫

Whether casual or formal, every phrase here was chosen to feel natural and usable. 🌸 Pick the one that fits your relationship and send it with confidence. 🌿 Wishing you many more birthdays filled with joy, in any language. 🎉

Save this list of Japanese birthday wishes so it’s ready the next time you need it.