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この着物のシミは、クリーニングに出せば落ちそうなものですか？
このきもののしみは、くりーにんぐにだせばおちそうなものですか？
Do you think this stain on the kimono will come off if I take it to the dry cleaners?
Romaji: Kono kimono no shimi wa, kurīningu ni daseba ochisō na mono desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Kore wa furui aburayogore nano de, senmon no shiminuki de nai to muzukashii kamo shiremasen.
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これは古い油汚れなので、専門のシミ抜きでないと難しいかもしれません。
これはふるいあぶらよごれなので、せんもんのしみぬきでないとむずかしいかもしれません。
Since this is an old oil stain, it might be difficult to remove unless you take it to a specialized stain removal service.
Gesture & etiquette
Gently point to the specific stain on the fabric without scratching it.
Do not rub or try to scratch the stain with your nail, as vintage kimono silk is extremely delicate and easily damaged.