Formal — to staff
Train · Subway
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すみません、ここは女性専用車両でしたか？次の駅で降ります。
すみません、ここはじょせいせんようしゃりょうでしたか？つぎのえきでおります。
Excuse me, was this the women-only car? I will get off at the next station.
Romaji: Sumimasen, koko wa josei sen'yō sharyō deshita ka? Tsugi no eki de orimasu. / Reply Romaji: Hai, sō desu. O-ki o tsukete.
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はい、そうです。お気を付けて。
はい、そうです。おきをつけて。
Yes, that's right. Please be careful.
Gesture & etiquette
Slight bow, apologetic expression, and point towards the exit or next station.
Women-only cars are typically enforced during rush hour on specific lines. While usually not a major issue if you immediately recognize and correct your mistake, try to avoid them if you are male. Look for pink markings or signs on the platform and train car.
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