Formal — to staff
Specialty · Shop
すみません、金継ぎの道具や材料はありますか？ — Excuse me, do you have tools or materials for Kintsugi (golden joinery)? (Specialty · Shop, Formal — to staff, JLPT N4)
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すみません、金継ぎの道具や材料はありますか？
すみません、きんつぎのどうぐやざいりょうはありますか？
Excuse me, do you have tools or materials for Kintsugi (golden joinery)?
Romaji: Sumimasen, kintsugi no dougu ya zairyō wa arimasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, gozaimasu. Achira no wafū komono kōnā ni gozaimasu.
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はい、ございます。あちらの和風小物コーナーにございます。
はい、ございます。あちらのわふうこものこーなーにございます。
Yes, we do. They are in the Japanese-style accessories corner over there.
Gesture & etiquette
Look around the shop or make a polite slight bow while asking.
Some traditional Kintsugi materials, like urushi lacquer, can cause allergic reactions. Research safety precautions if you plan to use them yourself.
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