Formal — to staff
Japanese · Garden
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すみません、この石（ベンチ）に座っても大丈夫ですか？
すみません、このいし（べんち）にすわってもだいじょうぶですか？
Excuse me, is it okay to sit on this rock (bench)?
Romaji: Sumimasen, kono ishi (benchi) ni suwatte mo daijoubu desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, douzo. Go-yukkuri o-tanoshimi kudasai.
Reply
はい、どうぞ。ごゆっくりお楽しみください。
はい、どうぞ。ごゆっくりおたのしみください。
Yes, please do. Please enjoy your time.
Gesture & etiquette
Point to the specific rock/bench, slight bow, questioning look.
Some aesthetically placed rocks or structures are for viewing, not sitting. Always ask if unsure.
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