Formal — to staff
Ryokan · Accommodation
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布団は、いつ頃敷いていただけますか？
ふとんは、いつごろひいていただけますか？
When will the futon be laid out?
Romaji: Futon wa, itsu goro shiite itadakemasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Tsūjō, go-yūshoku no aida ni shikasete itadaite orimasu.
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通常、ご夕食の間に敷かせていただいております。
つうじょう、ごゆうしょくのあいだにしかせていただいております。
Usually, we lay it out while you are having dinner.
Gesture & etiquette
Subtly gesture with your hands as if spreading a futon (optional, can just use words).
In some modern ryokans or hotels, you might need to lay out the futon yourself, or request it at a specific time. Don't assume it will be done automatically if you have not confirmed.
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