Formal — to staff
Public · Transport
You
すみません、こちらの席、空いていますか？
すみません、こちらのせき、あいていますか？
Excuse me, is this seat available? (Implying there's luggage on it)
Romaji: Sumimasen, kochira no seki, aite imasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, dōzo. (or) A, sumimasen!
Reply
はい、どうぞ。(or) あ、すみません！
はい、どうぞ。(or) あ、すみません！
Yes, please. (or) Oh, I'm sorry!
Gesture & etiquette
Point gently to the seat.
Do not touch the luggage without permission. Wait for the owner's response.
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