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タトゥーがあるのですが、小さなシールで隠せば入れますか？
タトゥーがあるのですが、ちいさなシールでかくせばはいれますか？
I have a tattoo, but if I cover it with a small sticker, can I enter?
Romaji: Tatuu ga aru no desu ga, chiisana shiiru de kakuseba hairemasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, hoka no okyakusama ni gohairyo itadakereba daijoubu desu.
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はい、他のお客様にご配慮いただければ大丈夫です。
はい、ほかのおきゃくさまにごはいりょいただければだいじょうぶです。
Yes, it's fine if you are considerate of other guests.
Gesture & etiquette
Slight bow, polite posture, possibly gesturing towards the arm/area of tattoo.
Do not assume all places allow tattoos even with covers. Always ask politely. Avoid displaying tattoos openly in public bathing areas.
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