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Temple · Shrine
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恐れ入ります、この中で写真を撮ってもよろしいでしょうか？
おそれいります、このなかでしゃしんをとってもよろしいでしょうか？
Excuse me, may I take photos inside here?
Romaji: Osoreirimasu, kono naka de shashin wo totte mo yoroshii deshou ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, furasshu wo tsukawanakereba daijōbu desu.
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はい、フラッシュを使わなければ大丈夫です。
はい、フラッシュをつかわなければだいじょうぶです。
Yes, it's fine as long as you don't use flash.
Gesture & etiquette
Gesture towards the area in question and hold up your camera/phone slightly.
Always check for signs. Photography is often prohibited inside main halls, especially where sacred objects are enshrined. Even if allowed, be respectful and avoid disturbing others.
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