Formal — to staff
Public · Bath · Sento
You
すみません、このスリッパは脱衣所だけですか？洗い場まで履いて行っても大丈夫ですか？
すみません、このスリッパはだついじょだけですか？あらいばまではいていってもだいじょうぶですか？
Excuse me, are these slippers only for the changing room? Is it okay to wear them to the washing area?
Romaji: Sumimasen, kono surippa wa datsuijo dake desu ka? Araiba made haite itte mo daijoubu desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Iie, araiba e wa suashi de douzo. Surippa wa tana ni oite kudasai.
Reply
いいえ、洗い場へは素足でどうぞ。スリッパは棚に置いてください。
いいえ、あらいばへはすあしでどうぞ。スリッパはたなにおいてください。
No, please go to the washing area barefoot. Please leave the slippers on the shelf.
Gesture & etiquette
Point to your slippers, then gesture towards the washing area.
Do not wear outdoor shoes into the indoor changing area. Always be mindful of local bath etiquette (e.g., washing before entering the bath).