On his T-shirts there is a Japanese word written.
The word is "nandeyanen( なんでやねん)".
It is a dialect in Kansai Area,which Kyoto belongs to.
The direct translation of "nandeyanen" is "What(?)"
We use nandeyanen when somebody jokes.
Nandeyanen is a very casual word so we can say it only to somebody who is close to us such as friends.
We never say nandeyanen to our bosses so please be careful when you use it.
Strangely he bought this T-shirt in Kyusyu Area, which is far from Kansai Area.
Anyway This T-shirt looks funny for Japanese people especially those who are from Kansai Area.
Wearing this T-shirt is a kind of joke so we feel like to say "Nandeyanen!?" to this guest.
Asking about this T-shirt must be a good start of conversation and making new friends.
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The backpackers hostel in Kyoto is located in a historical district, Gion.
Good access by buses and trains to everywhere.
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The backpackers hostel in Kyoto is located in a historical district, Gion.
Good access by buses and trains to everywhere.
Please contact us by the form, if you'd like to book our hostel.
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