🇯🇵 Japanese phrases

How to Say "I love you too" in Japanese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
私も愛してる
"I love you too" in Japanese · say it like wah-tashi mo ai-shi-teh-ru

The most natural way to say "I love you too" in Japanese is 私も愛してる. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

私も好きだよ
more casual, often used among friends
私も大好きだよ
stronger expression of love, casual

When to use it

Use this phrase when someone expresses their love for you, and you want to reciprocate. It is appropriate in romantic relationships and close friendships. The tone can vary based on your relationship with the person.

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Examples in Japanese

JapaneseEnglish
君のことが大好きだよ。私も愛してる。I really love you. I love you too.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse '好き' (suki) with '愛してる' (aishiteru), using the former in more serious contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 私も愛してる, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Japanese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to say this to friends?

Yes, but be mindful of the context; it is more commonly used in romantic relationships.

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