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小さなタトゥーがあるのですが、絆創膏で隠せば入浴できますか？
ちいさなタトゥーがあるのですが、ばんそうこうでかくせばにゅうよくできますか？
I have a small tattoo; if I cover it with a bandage, can I still use the bath?
Romaji: Chiisana tatū ga aru no desu ga, bansōkō de kakuseba nyūyoku dekimasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, hoka no goriyōsha-sama ni gohairyo itadakereba mondai gozaimasen.
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はい、他のご利用者様にご配慮いただければ問題ございません。
はい、ほかのごりようしゃさまにごはいりょいただければもんだいございません。
Yes, it is fine as long as you are considerate of other users.
Gesture & etiquette
Point to the arm or area where a tattoo might be, then make a covering motion with your hand.
Do not attempt to enter with uncovered tattoos. Some establishments may still refuse entry, even with a patch. Always ask first.
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