Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
nice to meet you; I'm glad to make your acquaintance; how do you do?
Polite (teineigo) languageUsually written using kana alone
「はじめまして、ジェイムズさん」「こちらこそ、あなたにお会いできて、こんなに嬉しいことはありません」"Pleased to meet you, Mr. James." "The pleasure is all mine. It's an honor to make your acquaintance."
Also written 始めまして【はじめまして】