Formal — to stranger
Yokocho · Bar
You
一緒に乾杯してもいいですか？
いっしょにかんぱいしてもいいですか？
May we toast together?
Romaji: Issho ni kanpai shite mo ii desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Ee, mochiron desu. Go-issho shimashou. Kanpai!
Reply
ええ、もちろんです。ご一緒しましょう。乾杯！
ええ、もちろんです。ごいっしょしましょう。かんぱい！
Yes, of course. Let's join together. Cheers!
Gesture & etiquette
Raise your glass slightly toward the stranger with a gentle smile and a small nod.
Do not start drinking before the glasses have touched, and ensure you maintain a respectful distance despite the friendly interaction.
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