Photography — Japanese phrases (8 examples)

Photography

4 scenarios · 8 phrases

How to use this page

Real Japanese phrases for photography situations. Each phrase is paired with its formal (keigo) and casual counterpart so you can pick the right register for who you're talking to. Tap any phrase to see audio, romaji, kana, the likely reply, and the gesture / etiquette note that goes with it.

Each phrase is crafted to native-quality standards, then reviewed by the operator for meaning, naturalness, and the formal/casual distinction before it ships.

Could you take a picture for me?
- Formal — to stranger
  写真を撮っていただけますか？
  しゃしんをとっていただけますか？
  N5
- Casual — to friend
  写真撮ってくれる？
  しゃしんとってくれる？
  N5
Would you like to be in the picture too?
- Formal — to stranger
  一緒に入りませんか？
  いっしょにはいりませんか？
  N4
- Casual — to friend
  一緒に入らない？
  いっしょにはいらない？
  N4