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Public · Bath · Etiquette
You
すみません、この席、使われていますか?
すみません、このせき、つかわれていますか?
Excuse me, is this spot (seat) being used?
Romaji: Sumimasen, kono seki, tsukawarete imasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Iie, aitemasu yo. Dōzo.
Reply
いいえ、空いてますよ。どうぞ。
いいえ、あいてますよ。どうぞ。
No, it's free. Please, go ahead.
Gesture & etiquette
Gently gesture towards the vacant spot/stool/bucket.
Speak softly and respectfully. Do not point directly at a person.
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