Casual to Other Customer
Onsen · Sento
すみません、ここ、使ってますか？ — Excuse me, is this spot in use? (Referring to a communal shower station with a bucket/stool) (Onsen · Sento, Casual to Other Customer, JLPT N5)
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すみません、ここ、使ってますか？
すみません、ここ、つかってますか？
Excuse me, is this spot in use? (Referring to a communal shower station with a bucket/stool)
Romaji: Sumimasen, koko, tsukattemasu ka? / Reply Romaji: A, hai, tsukattemasu. Sugu modorimasu ne. / Iie, douzo.
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あ、はい、使ってます。すぐ戻りますね。／いいえ、どうぞ。
あ、はい、つかってます。すぐもどりますね。／いいえ、どうぞ。
Oh, yes, I'm using it. I'll be right back. / No, please go ahead.
Gesture & etiquette
Light bow, hand gesture towards the spot.
Do not claim a spot by just leaving a small towel. Use a bucket and stool. If a spot appears empty but has items, it might be in use. Always ask politely.
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