久しぶり
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Noun or expression used to indicate a long time since something happened, often in greetings. Typically stands alone or in phrases like 『久しぶりですね』 (hisashiburi desu ne, 'long time no see').
Theme
User runs into an old high school friend, Ken, at a local café after not seeing each other for years.
久しぶり
ひさしぶり
it has been a long time
Basics & EssentialsGreetings & Expressions
Memory Hook
Think of 'hisa' (久) meaning 'long time' — it sounds like 'he's a' friend you haven't seen in ages. 'Hisa-shi-buri' → 『久しぶり』 (hisashiburi, 'it has been a long time').
Cultural Note
『久しぶり』 (hisashiburi, 'it has been a long time') is a common greeting in Japan when meeting someone after a long absence. It's often used casually among friends or family, and can be followed by phrases like 『元気？』 (genki?, 'how are you?').
Forms
Base: 久しぶりNoun or expression used to indicate a long time since something happened, often in greetings. Typically stands alone or in phrases like 『久しぶりですね』 (hisashiburi desu ne, 'long time no see').