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Japanisch für Reisende in Japan
270 Sätze, die du wirklich brauchen kannst — für echte Situationen geschrieben, nicht für Lehrbuchdialoge. Jeder kommt mit einer einfachen Aussprachehilfe und, wo es zählt, einem Hinweis zu lokalen Gepflogenheiten.
Offline in der App mitnehmenEnthält Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Nara, Sapporo, Fukuoka, Kobe, Yokohama, Hakone.
Züge & IC-Karten
ICカードは使えますか。
eye-see ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use an IC card?
IC cards work widely but some rural routes need paper tickets.
チャージはどこでできますか。
cha-ji wa do-ko de de-kee-mas ka
Where can I recharge it?
Recharge IC cards at machines before gates get crowded.
切符売り場はどこですか。
kip-pu oo-ree-ba wa do-ko des ka
Where is the ticket office?
Staffed counters help when machines reject foreign cards.
何番線ですか。
nan-ban-sen des ka
Which platform is it?
Platform numbers can change for limited express trains.
この席は指定席ですか。
ko-no seki wa shi-tei-seki des ka
Is this a reserved seat?
Reserved and non-reserved cars are clearly marked in Japan.
自由席はどこですか。
ji-yu-seki wa do-ko des ka
Where are the non-reserved seats?
Line up at the right car marker before the train arrives.
乗り換えはどこですか。
no-ree-ka-eh wa do-ko des ka
Where do I transfer?
Transfers can involve different companies and gates.
出口はどこですか。
deh-goo-chi wa do-ko des ka
Where is the exit?
Large stations in {name} have many exits; use the exit number.
遅れていますか。
o-ku-reh-teh ee-mas ka
Is it delayed?
Delays are displayed quickly on station boards.
急行ですか、普通ですか。
kyu-ko des ka foo-tsu des ka
Is it express or local?
Express trains may skip your stop.
この駅で降りますか。
ko-no eh-ki de o-ree-mas ka
Do I get off at this station?
Ask before the doors close; stops can be short.
改札はどこですか。
kai-satsu wa do-ko des ka
Where are the ticket gates?
Some stations have separate gates for different lines.
乗り越し精算はどこですか。
no-ree-ko-shi sei-san wa do-ko des ka
Where is fare adjustment?
Use fare adjustment if your ticket value is short.
荷物を置いてもいいですか。
ni-motsu o oi-teh mo ee des ka
Can I put my luggage here?
Do not block aisles or priority seats with luggage.
優先席ですか。
yu-sen-seki des ka
Is this a priority seat?
Avoid priority seats when elderly or pregnant riders need them.
タクシー乗り場はどこですか。
tak-see no-ree-ba wa do-ko des ka
Where is the taxi stand?
Use official taxi stands outside stations.
バス停はどこですか。
bas tei wa do-ko des ka
Where is the bus stop?
Bus stops can be outside a different station exit.
一日券はありますか。
ichi-nichi-ken wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there a day pass?
Day passes can save money if you ride several lines.
新幹線の改札はどこですか。
shin-kan-sen no kai-satsu wa do-ko des ka
Where are the Shinkansen gates?
Shinkansen gates are separate from local train gates.
予約を変更できますか。
yo-yaku o hen-ko de-kee-mas ka
Can I change my reservation?
Ticket changes depend on fare type and timing.
このカードの残高はいくらですか。
ko-no ka-do no zan-daka wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much balance is on this card?
Check balance before leaving the station.
駅員さんを呼んでください。
eh-ki-in-san o yon-deh koo-da-sai
Please call station staff.
Station staff can help with gates and lost items.
忘れ物センターはどこですか。
wa-su-reh-mono sen-ta wa do-ko des ka
Where is lost and found?
Lost items on trains are often recovered in Japan.
領収書をください。
ryo-shu-sho o koo-da-sai
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts when buying tickets for expenses.
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Convenience Stores
レジ袋はいりますか。
reh-jee boo-kuro wa ee-ree-mas ka
Do I need a bag?
Convenience store bags may cost extra in Japan.
温めてください。
ah-tah-tah-meh-teh koo-da-sai
Please heat it up.
Konbini staff can heat meals at the register.
お箸をください。
o-ha-shi o koo-da-sai
Please give me chopsticks.
Chopsticks are not always added unless you ask.
スプーンをください。
su-poon o koo-da-sai
Please give me a spoon.
Ask for utensils before leaving the store.
これはいくらですか。
ko-reh wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much is this?
Tax may be included or shown separately on shelves.
カードは使えますか。
ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use a card?
Most konbini accept cards and IC payments.
ICカードで払えますか。
eye-see ka-do de hah-rah-eh-mas ka
Can I pay with an IC card?
IC payment is fast at convenience stores.
ATMはありますか。
ay-tee-em wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there an ATM?
7-Eleven ATMs usually work well with foreign cards.
トイレはありますか。
to-ee-reh wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there a restroom?
Some convenience stores restrict restroom use.
ゴミ箱はどこですか。
go-mee-bako wa do-ko des ka
Where is the trash bin?
Public trash bins are rare; konbini bins may be inside.
コピーできますか。
ko-pee de-kee-mas ka
Can I make copies?
Konbini copy machines can also print documents.
チケットを受け取れますか。
chi-ket-to o oo-keh-to-reh-mas ka
Can I pick up tickets?
Some event tickets can be collected at konbini machines.
宅急便を送れますか。
tah-kyu-bin o oh-ku-reh-mas ka
Can I send a package?
Many konbini handle domestic luggage shipping.
これは辛いですか。
ko-reh wa ka-rah-ee des ka
Is this spicy?
Packaging can be hard to read; ask before buying.
アレルギーがあります。
ah-reh-ru-gee ga ah-ree-mas
I have an allergy.
Show allergy cards because labels may be only Japanese.
水はどこですか。
mee-zu wa do-ko des ka
Where is water?
Buy water before long train rides or temple walks.
傘はありますか。
ka-sa wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have umbrellas?
Konbini umbrellas are useful during sudden rain.
充電器はありますか。
ju-den-ki wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have a charger?
Konbini sell basic chargers but prices vary.
SIMカードはありますか。
sim ka-do wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have SIM cards?
Airport stores are usually better for tourist SIM setup.
これは電子レンジ用ですか。
ko-reh wa den-shi ren-ji yo des ka
Is this microwave-safe?
Ask before heating packaged food yourself.
レシートをください。
reh-shee-to o koo-da-sai
Please give me the receipt.
Receipts help with refunds or wrong charges.
ポイントカードはありません。
poin-to ka-do wa ah-ree-mah-sen
I do not have a point card.
Cashiers may ask about loyalty cards.
袋は不要です。
boo-kuro wa foo-yo des
I do not need a bag.
Say this to avoid bag charges.
少し待ってください。
skoo-shee mat-teh koo-da-sai
Please wait a moment.
Useful when paying or finding your wallet.
助けてください。
tas-keh-teh koo-da-sai
Please help me.
Konbini staff can often help with basic directions.
Tempel & Etikette
お参りの仕方を教えてください。
o-mai-ree no shi-kata o o-shieh-teh koo-da-sai
Please show me how to pray.
Temple etiquette matters, especially in Kyoto and Nara.
写真を撮ってもいいですか。
sha-shin o tot-teh mo ee des ka
May I take photos?
Photos are often banned inside temple halls.
靴を脱ぎますか。
koo-tsu o noo-gee-mas ka
Should I take off my shoes?
Remove shoes where signs or tatami indicate it.
ここは入れますか。
ko-ko wa hai-reh-mas ka
Can I enter here?
Some areas are for worshippers or staff only.
拝観料はいくらですか。
hai-kan-ryo wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much is the entrance fee?
Many temples take cash only for entry.
御朱印はどこですか。
go-shu-in wa do-ko des ka
Where can I get the temple stamp?
Goshuin are sacred stamps, not just souvenirs.
お守りはどこで買えますか。
o-ma-mo-ree wa do-ko de ka-eh-mas ka
Where can I buy charms?
Temple charms are usually sold near the office.
静かにした方がいいですか。
shi-zu-ka ni shi-ta ho ga ee des ka
Should I be quiet?
Keep voices low around shrines and temple halls.
手を洗う場所はどこですか。
teh o ah-rah-oo ba-sho wa do-ko des ka
Where do I wash my hands?
Purification fountains have a specific hand-washing order.
おみくじはどこですか。
o-mee-ku-jee wa do-ko des ka
Where are the fortune slips?
Tie bad fortunes only in designated areas.
線香を買えますか。
sen-ko o ka-eh-mas ka
Can I buy incense?
Do not wave incense smoke at others.
中で飲食できますか。
na-ka de in-shoku de-kee-mas ka
Can I eat or drink inside?
Food and drinks are usually not allowed in sacred areas.
この道は一方通行ですか。
ko-no mi-chi wa ip-po-tsu-ko des ka
Is this path one-way?
Some popular temple routes are one-way for crowds.
閉門は何時ですか。
hei-mon wa nan-ji des ka
What time does it close?
Temple closing times can be earlier than expected.
英語の案内はありますか。
ei-go no an-nai wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there English information?
English signs vary at smaller temples.
鹿に餌をあげてもいいですか。
shi-ka ni eh-sa o ah-geh-teh mo ee des ka
Can I feed the deer?
In Nara, use only official deer crackers.
触ってもいいですか。
sah-wat-teh mo ee des ka
Can I touch it?
Do not touch statues or sacred objects unless allowed.
並ぶ場所はどこですか。
na-rah-boo ba-sho wa do-ko des ka
Where do I line up?
Queues are orderly; do not cut ahead.
ここで待ってもいいですか。
ko-ko de mat-teh mo ee des ka
Can I wait here?
Avoid blocking gates, stairs, or worship areas.
お賽銭はいくらですか。
o-sai-sen wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much should I offer?
Small coins are normal for offerings.
お辞儀をしますか。
o-ji-gi o shi-mas ka
Should I bow?
A small bow is polite at shrine and temple entrances.
この服装で大丈夫ですか。
ko-no fuku-so de dai-jo-bu des ka
Is this clothing okay?
Dress respectfully at temples and shrines.
混んでいますか。
kon-deh ee-mas ka
Is it crowded?
Early morning is usually calmer at famous temples.
出口はどこですか。
deh-goo-chi wa do-ko des ka
Where is the exit?
Temple grounds can have multiple exits.
地図をください。
chi-zu o koo-da-sai
Please give me a map.
Maps help avoid entering restricted temple areas.
Restaurants & Bestellen
二名です。
nee-mei des
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size first in Japan.
予約があります。
yo-yaku ga ah-ree-mas
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name when arriving.
英語のメニューはありますか。
ei-go no men-yu wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas but not everywhere.
おすすめは何ですか。
o-soo-soo-meh wa nan des ka
What do you recommend?
Asking recommendation is useful in small local restaurants.
これは辛いですか。
ko-reh wa ka-rah-ee des ka
Is this spicy?
Japanese spicy levels can still surprise tourists.
肉は入っていますか。
nee-ku wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain meat?
Broth may contain meat or fish even if the dish looks vegetarian.
魚は入っていますか。
sa-ka-na wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain fish?
Dashi fish stock is common in Japanese cooking.
ベジタリアンです。
beh-ji-tah-ree-an des
I am vegetarian.
Explain restrictions clearly; dashi may not be considered meat.
アレルギーがあります。
ah-reh-ru-gee ga ah-ree-mas
I have an allergy.
Show a written allergy card in Japanese.
水をください。
mee-zu o koo-da-sai
Please give me water.
Water is usually free in Japanese restaurants.
お会計をお願いします。
o-kai-kei o o-neh-gai-shi-mas
The bill, please.
Pay at the register unless staff tell you otherwise.
カードは使えますか。
ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use a card?
Small restaurants may still be cash-only.
現金だけですか。
gen-kin da-keh des ka
Is it cash only?
Carry yen cash for small eateries.
別々に払えますか。
bets-bets ni hah-rah-eh-mas ka
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted in small places.
写真のこれをください。
sha-shin no ko-reh o koo-da-sai
I would like this from the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Japanese only.
少なめにできますか。
skoo-na-meh ni de-kee-mas ka
Can you make it smaller/lighter?
Simple requests may be possible before cooking.
持ち帰りできますか。
mo-chi-ka-eh-ree de-kee-mas ka
Can I take it away?
Takeaway rules vary by restaurant.
禁煙席はありますか。
kin-en-seki wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older restaurants.
席を変えてもいいですか。
seki o ka-eh-teh mo ee des ka
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving seats.
ラストオーダーは何時ですか。
ras-to o-da wa nan-ji des ka
What time is last order?
Last order can be well before closing time.
注文してもいいですか。
chu-mon shi-teh mo ee des ka
Can I order now?
Use this when staff have not returned.
もう一つください。
mo hitotsu koo-da-sai
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or snacks.
領収書をください。
ryo-shu-sho o koo-da-sai
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts at the register.
ごちそうさまでした。
go-chi-so-sama deh-shi-ta
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Notfälle & Hilfe
助けてください。
tas-keh-teh koo-da-sai
Please help me.
Use a clear direct phrase in emergencies.
警察を呼んでください。
kei-satsu o yon-deh koo-da-sai
Please call the police.
Police boxes, called koban, are common in Japan.
救急車を呼んでください。
kyu-kyu-sha o yon-deh koo-da-sai
Please call an ambulance.
Call 119 in Japan for ambulance or fire.
病院はどこですか。
byo-in wa do-ko des ka
Where is the hospital?
Large hospitals may have limited English support.
薬局はどこですか。
ya-kyoku wa do-ko des ka
Where is the pharmacy?
Drugstores and prescription pharmacies are different.
パスポートをなくしました。
pas-po-to o na-ku-shi-mash-ta
I lost my passport.
Contact your embassy and police quickly.
携帯をなくしました。
kei-tai o na-ku-shi-mash-ta
I lost my phone.
Lost items are often turned in at stations or koban.
財布を盗まれました。
sai-fu o noo-su-ma-reh-mash-ta
My wallet was stolen.
Report theft at a koban for insurance.
落とし物センターはどこですか。
o-to-shi-mono sen-ta wa do-ko des ka
Where is lost and found?
Japan has strong lost-and-found systems.
具合が悪いです。
goo-ai ga wa-roo-ee des
I feel sick.
Say this if you need medical help but it is not specific.
アレルギー反応です。
ah-reh-ru-gee han-no des
It is an allergic reaction.
Show medication or allergy cards if available.
英語を話せますか。
ei-go o ha-na-seh-mas ka
Do you speak English?
Ask politely; staff may find someone who can help.
ホテルに電話してください。
ho-te-ru ni den-wa shi-teh koo-da-sai
Please call my hotel.
Keep hotel details saved offline.
タクシーを呼んでください。
tak-see o yon-deh koo-da-sai
Please call a taxi.
Staff can call official taxis for you.
ここは安全ですか。
ko-ko wa an-zen des ka
Is this place safe?
Move toward stations, shops, or koban if unsure.
道に迷いました。
mi-chi ni ma-yoi-mash-ta
I am lost.
Show your destination in writing or on a map.
この住所に行きたいです。
ko-no ju-sho ni ee-kee-tai des
I want to go to this address.
Written addresses help taxis and station staff.
財布がありません。
sai-fu ga ah-ree-mah-sen
My wallet is missing.
Retrace stations and shops; items may be turned in.
カードが使えません。
ka-do ga tsu-ka-eh-mah-sen
My card does not work.
Use 7-Eleven or Japan Post ATMs for foreign cards.
充電がありません。
ju-den ga ah-ree-mah-sen
My battery is dead.
Konbini and stations may sell chargers.
水が必要です。
mee-zu ga hits-yo des
I need water.
Summer heat in Japan can cause dehydration quickly.
けがをしました。
keh-ga o shi-mash-ta
I am injured.
Ask for help early on stairs, trains, or trails.
保険会社に連絡したいです。
ho-ken gai-sha ni ren-raku shi-tai des
I need to contact my insurance company.
Keep insurance details available offline.
翻訳を手伝ってください。
hon-yaku o tetsu-dat-teh koo-da-sai
Please help me translate.
Written translation helps with medical or police issues.
近くの交番はどこですか。
chi-ka-ku no ko-ban wa do-ko des ka
Where is the nearest police box?
Koban police boxes are useful for lost items and directions.
Streetfood & Snacks
二名です。
nee-mei des
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size first in Japan.
予約があります。
yo-yaku ga ah-ree-mas
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name when arriving.
英語のメニューはありますか。
ei-go no men-yu wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas but not everywhere.
おすすめは何ですか。
o-soo-soo-meh wa nan des ka
What do you recommend?
Asking recommendation is useful in small local restaurants.
これは辛いですか。
ko-reh wa ka-rah-ee des ka
Is this spicy?
Japanese spicy levels can still surprise tourists.
肉は入っていますか。
nee-ku wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain meat?
Broth may contain meat or fish even if the dish looks vegetarian.
魚は入っていますか。
sa-ka-na wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain fish?
Dashi fish stock is common in Japanese cooking.
ベジタリアンです。
beh-ji-tah-ree-an des
I am vegetarian.
Explain restrictions clearly; dashi may not be considered meat.
アレルギーがあります。
ah-reh-ru-gee ga ah-ree-mas
I have an allergy.
Show a written allergy card in Japanese.
水をください。
mee-zu o koo-da-sai
Please give me water.
Water is usually free in Japanese restaurants.
お会計をお願いします。
o-kai-kei o o-neh-gai-shi-mas
The bill, please.
Pay at the register unless staff tell you otherwise.
カードは使えますか。
ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use a card?
Small restaurants may still be cash-only.
現金だけですか。
gen-kin da-keh des ka
Is it cash only?
Carry yen cash for small eateries.
別々に払えますか。
bets-bets ni hah-rah-eh-mas ka
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted in small places.
写真のこれをください。
sha-shin no ko-reh o koo-da-sai
I would like this from the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Japanese only.
少なめにできますか。
skoo-na-meh ni de-kee-mas ka
Can you make it smaller/lighter?
Simple requests may be possible before cooking.
持ち帰りできますか。
mo-chi-ka-eh-ree de-kee-mas ka
Can I take it away?
Takeaway rules vary by restaurant.
禁煙席はありますか。
kin-en-seki wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older restaurants.
席を変えてもいいですか。
seki o ka-eh-teh mo ee des ka
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving seats.
ラストオーダーは何時ですか。
ras-to o-da wa nan-ji des ka
What time is last order?
Last order can be well before closing time.
注文してもいいですか。
chu-mon shi-teh mo ee des ka
Can I order now?
Use this when staff have not returned.
もう一つください。
mo hitotsu koo-da-sai
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or snacks.
領収書をください。
ryo-shu-sho o koo-da-sai
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts at the register.
ごちそうさまでした。
go-chi-so-sama deh-shi-ta
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Märkte & Lokales Essen
二名です。
nee-mei des
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size first in Japan.
予約があります。
yo-yaku ga ah-ree-mas
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name when arriving.
英語のメニューはありますか。
ei-go no men-yu wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas but not everywhere.
おすすめは何ですか。
o-soo-soo-meh wa nan des ka
What do you recommend?
Asking recommendation is useful in small local restaurants.
これは辛いですか。
ko-reh wa ka-rah-ee des ka
Is this spicy?
Japanese spicy levels can still surprise tourists.
肉は入っていますか。
nee-ku wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain meat?
Broth may contain meat or fish even if the dish looks vegetarian.
魚は入っていますか。
sa-ka-na wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain fish?
Dashi fish stock is common in Japanese cooking.
ベジタリアンです。
beh-ji-tah-ree-an des
I am vegetarian.
Explain restrictions clearly; dashi may not be considered meat.
アレルギーがあります。
ah-reh-ru-gee ga ah-ree-mas
I have an allergy.
Show a written allergy card in Japanese.
水をください。
mee-zu o koo-da-sai
Please give me water.
Water is usually free in Japanese restaurants.
お会計をお願いします。
o-kai-kei o o-neh-gai-shi-mas
The bill, please.
Pay at the register unless staff tell you otherwise.
カードは使えますか。
ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use a card?
Small restaurants may still be cash-only.
現金だけですか。
gen-kin da-keh des ka
Is it cash only?
Carry yen cash for small eateries.
別々に払えますか。
bets-bets ni hah-rah-eh-mas ka
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted in small places.
写真のこれをください。
sha-shin no ko-reh o koo-da-sai
I would like this from the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Japanese only.
少なめにできますか。
skoo-na-meh ni de-kee-mas ka
Can you make it smaller/lighter?
Simple requests may be possible before cooking.
持ち帰りできますか。
mo-chi-ka-eh-ree de-kee-mas ka
Can I take it away?
Takeaway rules vary by restaurant.
禁煙席はありますか。
kin-en-seki wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older restaurants.
席を変えてもいいですか。
seki o ka-eh-teh mo ee des ka
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving seats.
ラストオーダーは何時ですか。
ras-to o-da wa nan-ji des ka
What time is last order?
Last order can be well before closing time.
注文してもいいですか。
chu-mon shi-teh mo ee des ka
Can I order now?
Use this when staff have not returned.
もう一つください。
mo hitotsu koo-da-sai
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or snacks.
領収書をください。
ryo-shu-sho o koo-da-sai
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts at the register.
ごちそうさまでした。
go-chi-so-sama deh-shi-ta
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Wein & Essen
二名です。
nee-mei des
Table for two.
Restaurants may ask party size first in Japan.
予約があります。
yo-yaku ga ah-ree-mas
I have a reservation.
Give the exact booking name when arriving.
英語のメニューはありますか。
ei-go no men-yu wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have an English menu?
English menus are common in tourist areas but not everywhere.
おすすめは何ですか。
o-soo-soo-meh wa nan des ka
What do you recommend?
Asking recommendation is useful in small local restaurants.
これは辛いですか。
ko-reh wa ka-rah-ee des ka
Is this spicy?
Japanese spicy levels can still surprise tourists.
肉は入っていますか。
nee-ku wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain meat?
Broth may contain meat or fish even if the dish looks vegetarian.
魚は入っていますか。
sa-ka-na wa hai-teh ee-mas ka
Does it contain fish?
Dashi fish stock is common in Japanese cooking.
ベジタリアンです。
beh-ji-tah-ree-an des
I am vegetarian.
Explain restrictions clearly; dashi may not be considered meat.
アレルギーがあります。
ah-reh-ru-gee ga ah-ree-mas
I have an allergy.
Show a written allergy card in Japanese.
水をください。
mee-zu o koo-da-sai
Please give me water.
Water is usually free in Japanese restaurants.
お会計をお願いします。
o-kai-kei o o-neh-gai-shi-mas
The bill, please.
Pay at the register unless staff tell you otherwise.
カードは使えますか。
ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use a card?
Small restaurants may still be cash-only.
現金だけですか。
gen-kin da-keh des ka
Is it cash only?
Carry yen cash for small eateries.
別々に払えますか。
bets-bets ni hah-rah-eh-mas ka
Can we pay separately?
Split payment may not be accepted in small places.
写真のこれをください。
sha-shin no ko-reh o koo-da-sai
I would like this from the photo.
Pointing at photos helps when menus are Japanese only.
少なめにできますか。
skoo-na-meh ni de-kee-mas ka
Can you make it smaller/lighter?
Simple requests may be possible before cooking.
持ち帰りできますか。
mo-chi-ka-eh-ree de-kee-mas ka
Can I take it away?
Takeaway rules vary by restaurant.
禁煙席はありますか。
kin-en-seki wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have non-smoking seats?
Smoking rules vary in older restaurants.
席を変えてもいいですか。
seki o ka-eh-teh mo ee des ka
Can I change seats?
Ask staff before moving seats.
ラストオーダーは何時ですか。
ras-to o-da wa nan-ji des ka
What time is last order?
Last order can be well before closing time.
注文してもいいですか。
chu-mon shi-teh mo ee des ka
Can I order now?
Use this when staff have not returned.
もう一つください。
mo hitotsu koo-da-sai
One more, please.
Useful for small plates, drinks, or snacks.
領収書をください。
ryo-shu-sho o koo-da-sai
Please give me a receipt.
Ask for receipts at the register.
ごちそうさまでした。
go-chi-so-sama deh-shi-ta
Thank you for the meal.
This polite phrase is appreciated after eating.
Malls & Bezahlen
レジ袋はいりますか。
reh-jee boo-kuro wa ee-ree-mas ka
Do I need a bag?
Convenience store bags may cost extra in Japan.
温めてください。
ah-tah-tah-meh-teh koo-da-sai
Please heat it up.
Konbini staff can heat meals at the register.
お箸をください。
o-ha-shi o koo-da-sai
Please give me chopsticks.
Chopsticks are not always added unless you ask.
スプーンをください。
su-poon o koo-da-sai
Please give me a spoon.
Ask for utensils before leaving the store.
これはいくらですか。
ko-reh wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much is this?
Tax may be included or shown separately on shelves.
カードは使えますか。
ka-do wa tsu-ka-eh-mas ka
Can I use a card?
Most konbini accept cards and IC payments.
ICカードで払えますか。
eye-see ka-do de hah-rah-eh-mas ka
Can I pay with an IC card?
IC payment is fast at convenience stores.
ATMはありますか。
ay-tee-em wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there an ATM?
7-Eleven ATMs usually work well with foreign cards.
トイレはありますか。
to-ee-reh wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there a restroom?
Some convenience stores restrict restroom use.
ゴミ箱はどこですか。
go-mee-bako wa do-ko des ka
Where is the trash bin?
Public trash bins are rare; konbini bins may be inside.
コピーできますか。
ko-pee de-kee-mas ka
Can I make copies?
Konbini copy machines can also print documents.
チケットを受け取れますか。
chi-ket-to o oo-keh-to-reh-mas ka
Can I pick up tickets?
Some event tickets can be collected at konbini machines.
宅急便を送れますか。
tah-kyu-bin o oh-ku-reh-mas ka
Can I send a package?
Many konbini handle domestic luggage shipping.
これは辛いですか。
ko-reh wa ka-rah-ee des ka
Is this spicy?
Packaging can be hard to read; ask before buying.
アレルギーがあります。
ah-reh-ru-gee ga ah-ree-mas
I have an allergy.
Show allergy cards because labels may be only Japanese.
水はどこですか。
mee-zu wa do-ko des ka
Where is water?
Buy water before long train rides or temple walks.
傘はありますか。
ka-sa wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have umbrellas?
Konbini umbrellas are useful during sudden rain.
充電器はありますか。
ju-den-ki wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have a charger?
Konbini sell basic chargers but prices vary.
SIMカードはありますか。
sim ka-do wa ah-ree-mas ka
Do you have SIM cards?
Airport stores are usually better for tourist SIM setup.
これは電子レンジ用ですか。
ko-reh wa den-shi ren-ji yo des ka
Is this microwave-safe?
Ask before heating packaged food yourself.
レシートをください。
reh-shee-to o koo-da-sai
Please give me the receipt.
Receipts help with refunds or wrong charges.
ポイントカードはありません。
poin-to ka-do wa ah-ree-mah-sen
I do not have a point card.
Cashiers may ask about loyalty cards.
袋は不要です。
boo-kuro wa foo-yo des
I do not need a bag.
Say this to avoid bag charges.
少し待ってください。
skoo-shee mat-teh koo-da-sai
Please wait a moment.
Useful when paying or finding your wallet.
助けてください。
tas-keh-teh koo-da-sai
Please help me.
Konbini staff can often help with basic directions.
Museen & Sehenswürdigkeiten
お参りの仕方を教えてください。
o-mai-ree no shi-kata o o-shieh-teh koo-da-sai
Please show me how to pray.
Temple etiquette matters, especially in Kyoto and Nara.
写真を撮ってもいいですか。
sha-shin o tot-teh mo ee des ka
May I take photos?
Photos are often banned inside temple halls.
靴を脱ぎますか。
koo-tsu o noo-gee-mas ka
Should I take off my shoes?
Remove shoes where signs or tatami indicate it.
ここは入れますか。
ko-ko wa hai-reh-mas ka
Can I enter here?
Some areas are for worshippers or staff only.
拝観料はいくらですか。
hai-kan-ryo wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much is the entrance fee?
Many temples take cash only for entry.
御朱印はどこですか。
go-shu-in wa do-ko des ka
Where can I get the temple stamp?
Goshuin are sacred stamps, not just souvenirs.
お守りはどこで買えますか。
o-ma-mo-ree wa do-ko de ka-eh-mas ka
Where can I buy charms?
Temple charms are usually sold near the office.
静かにした方がいいですか。
shi-zu-ka ni shi-ta ho ga ee des ka
Should I be quiet?
Keep voices low around shrines and temple halls.
手を洗う場所はどこですか。
teh o ah-rah-oo ba-sho wa do-ko des ka
Where do I wash my hands?
Purification fountains have a specific hand-washing order.
おみくじはどこですか。
o-mee-ku-jee wa do-ko des ka
Where are the fortune slips?
Tie bad fortunes only in designated areas.
線香を買えますか。
sen-ko o ka-eh-mas ka
Can I buy incense?
Do not wave incense smoke at others.
中で飲食できますか。
na-ka de in-shoku de-kee-mas ka
Can I eat or drink inside?
Food and drinks are usually not allowed in sacred areas.
この道は一方通行ですか。
ko-no mi-chi wa ip-po-tsu-ko des ka
Is this path one-way?
Some popular temple routes are one-way for crowds.
閉門は何時ですか。
hei-mon wa nan-ji des ka
What time does it close?
Temple closing times can be earlier than expected.
英語の案内はありますか。
ei-go no an-nai wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there English information?
English signs vary at smaller temples.
鹿に餌をあげてもいいですか。
shi-ka ni eh-sa o ah-geh-teh mo ee des ka
Can I feed the deer?
In Nara, use only official deer crackers.
触ってもいいですか。
sah-wat-teh mo ee des ka
Can I touch it?
Do not touch statues or sacred objects unless allowed.
並ぶ場所はどこですか。
na-rah-boo ba-sho wa do-ko des ka
Where do I line up?
Queues are orderly; do not cut ahead.
ここで待ってもいいですか。
ko-ko de mat-teh mo ee des ka
Can I wait here?
Avoid blocking gates, stairs, or worship areas.
お賽銭はいくらですか。
o-sai-sen wa ee-ku-ra des ka
How much should I offer?
Small coins are normal for offerings.
お辞儀をしますか。
o-ji-gi o shi-mas ka
Should I bow?
A small bow is polite at shrine and temple entrances.
この服装で大丈夫ですか。
ko-no fuku-so de dai-jo-bu des ka
Is this clothing okay?
Dress respectfully at temples and shrines.
混んでいますか。
kon-deh ee-mas ka
Is it crowded?
Early morning is usually calmer at famous temples.
出口はどこですか。
deh-goo-chi wa do-ko des ka
Where is the exit?
Temple grounds can have multiple exits.
地図をください。
chi-zu o koo-da-sai
Please give me a map.
Maps help avoid entering restricted temple areas.
hot springs and views
温泉はどこですか。
on-sen wa do-ko des ka
Where is the hot spring?
In Hakone, check whether baths are private or shared.
日帰り入浴できますか。
hi-ga-eh-ree nyu-yoku de-kee-mas ka
Can I use the bath for a day visit?
Some ryokan allow day bathing only at certain times.
タオルはありますか。
ta-o-ru wa ah-ree-mas ka
Are towels available?
Towels may be rented or sold separately.
刺青でも入れますか。
ee-reh-zoo-mee de-mo hai-reh-mas ka
Can I enter with tattoos?
Tattoo rules vary; ask before paying.
貸切風呂はありますか。
ka-shi-ki-ree bu-ro wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there a private bath?
Private baths are useful for families or tattoo concerns.
予約が必要ですか。
yo-yaku ga hits-yo des ka
Do I need a reservation?
Private onsen often require booking.
露天風呂はありますか。
ro-ten-bu-ro wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there an outdoor bath?
Outdoor baths may close in bad weather.
男女別ですか。
dan-jo betsu des ka
Is it separated by gender?
Most public onsen are gender-separated.
水着は必要ですか。
mi-zu-gi wa hits-yo des ka
Do I need a swimsuit?
Most onsen do not allow swimsuits.
先に洗いますか。
sa-ki ni ah-rah-ee-mas ka
Do I wash first?
Wash thoroughly before entering the bath.
写真は禁止ですか。
sha-shin wa kin-shi des ka
Are photos forbidden?
Photos are almost always banned in bathing areas.
貴重品ロッカーはありますか。
ki-cho-hin rok-ka wa ah-ree-mas ka
Are there lockers for valuables?
Use lockers; do not leave valuables in baskets.
何時までですか。
nan-ji ma-deh des ka
Until what time is it open?
Last entry can be earlier than closing time.
休憩所はありますか。
kyu-kei-jo wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there a rest area?
Rest after bathing; hot water can make you dizzy.
飲み水はありますか。
no-mi-mizu wa ah-ree-mas ka
Is there drinking water?
Hydrate before and after hot springs.
景色が見える場所はどこですか。
keh-shi-ki ga mi-eh-ru ba-sho wa do-ko des ka
Where can I see the view?
Weather can hide Mount Fuji views in Hakone.
ロープウェイは動いていますか。
ro-pu-wei wa oo-goi-teh ee-mas ka
Is the ropeway running?
Hakone ropeway can stop for weather or volcanic gas.
船は何時ですか。
fu-neh wa nan-ji des ka
What time is the boat?
Lake Ashi boats may have limited schedules.
このチケットで乗れますか。
ko-no chi-ket-to de no-reh-mas ka
Can I ride with this ticket?
Hakone passes cover some routes but not everything.
富士山は見えますか。
fu-ji-san wa mi-eh-mas ka
Can I see Mount Fuji?
Views are best on clear mornings.
道が滑りますか。
mi-chi ga su-beh-ree-mas ka
Is the path slippery?
Wet onsen and mountain paths can be slippery.
バス停はどこですか。
bas tei wa do-ko des ka
Where is the bus stop?
Hakone buses can be crowded near closing times.
帰りの時間は何時ですか。
ka-eh-ree no ji-kan wa nan-ji des ka
What time is the return?
Plan return transport before entering baths.
具合が悪いです。
goo-ai ga wa-roo-ee des
I feel unwell.
Leave the bath if you feel dizzy or overheated.
助けてください。
tas-keh-teh koo-da-sai
Please help me.
Use this direct phrase if you need urgent help.
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