Formal — to staff
Izakaya · Dining
You
すみません、このお通しは注文しなくても来るものですか？
すみません、このおとおしはちゅうもんしなくてもくるものですか？
Excuse me, does this appetizer come automatically without ordering?
Romaji: Sumimasen, kono otōshi wa chūmon shinakute mo kuru mono desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, otōshi wa seki-ryō to shite teikyō shite orimasu.
Reply
はい、お通しは席料として提供しております。
はい、おとおしはせきりょうとしてていきょうしております。
Yes, the appetizer is provided as a seating charge.
Gesture & etiquette
Point to the small appetizer dish on the table.
While some places might allow you to refuse it, it's generally accepted as part of the dining experience and a small charge. Trying to flat-out refuse might be seen as impolite.
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