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Onsen · Sento

N5

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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