Formal — to staff
Ryokan · Traditional · Inn
You
あの、外の靴はどこに置けばいいですか？
あの、そとのくつはどこにおけばいいですか？
Excuse me, where should I put my outdoor shoes?
Romaji: Ano, soto no kutsu wa doko ni okeba ī desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Genkan no kutsubako ni oire kudasai.
Reply
玄関の靴箱にお入れください。
げんかんのくつばこにおいれください。
Please put them in the shoe cabinet at the entrance.
Gesture & etiquette
Point to your outdoor shoes, or make a motion of taking them off.
Always be mindful of separating outdoor shoes from indoor slippers in Japanese homes, ryokans, and some traditional establishments. Never walk on tatami mats with shoes or slippers used outside.
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