Ryokan_Onsen
Ryokan · Onsen
27 scenarios · 28 phrases
Asking about onsen (hot spring) use at a ryokan — bathing hours, etiquette, and whether a private bath is available. Customs differ by inn, so follow the local guidance you're given.
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Real Japanese phrases for ryokan · onsen 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.
Can I enter the hot spring 24 hours a day?
Can I enter the hot spring even if I have tattoos?
Excuse me, I have a small tattoo, but can I still use the public bath?
Excuse me, I have a small tattoo. If I cover it with a sticker or something similar to make it inconspicuous, would it be alright to enter the public bath?
Excuse me, I have a small tattoo, but can I use the public bath?
Um, excuse me. I'm not quite sure how to wear the yukata... Could you help me?
Excuse me, I'm going to the public bath, but I forgot my yukata (towel) in my room. Could I borrow one?
I heard the public bath has alternating male/female hours, but from what time will it be for men?
Excuse me, my child is 7 years old. Is it okay for them to enter the men's bath with me?
Excuse me, I have a tattoo. Is there a bath I can use?
Do I need a reservation for the private bath? Are there any available times?
Excuse me, can I adjust the water temperature of this open-air bath myself?
Excuse me, I'm thinking of using the private family bath. Is a reservation required, or can I enter if it's available?
Excuse me, I'm not sure how to wear this yukata. Could you please show me?
Is it possible to use the private bath? If so, do I need a reservation?
I don't know how to wear the yukata. Could you please show me?
Are shampoo and soap available in the public bath?
Excuse me, do you have private baths (for rent/reservation)? If so, I'd like to reserve one.
Excuse me, I'm using the communal bath for the first time. Is there anything I should be aware of?
Excuse me, I don't understand how to operate this toilet. Could you please show me how to use the bidet?
Excuse me, I have tattoos, do you have private baths?
Excuse me, about what time is the communal bath usually less crowded?
Excuse me, when using the main bath, where should I put this bath towel? In the changing room, or near the bathtub?
Is the private bath currently available?
Can I reserve the private bath?
Excuse me, I have a few questions about using the public bath, if that's okay? Specifically, I'd like to know about towel usage.
Excuse me, I'm going to the onsen, but I forgot my small towel (towel) in my room. Could I borrow one?