Shinkansen — Japanese phrases (4 examples)

Shinkansen

4 scenarios · 4 phrases

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Real Japanese phrases for shinkansen 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.

Excuse me, I have large luggage, is there anywhere I can store it?
- Formal — to staff
  すみません、大きい荷物なのですが、どこか置ける場所はありますか？
  すみません、おおきいにものなのですが、どこかおけるばしょはありますか？
  N4
Excuse me, where is the lever to rotate this seat?
- Formal — to staff
  すみません、このシートを回転させるレバーはどこにありますか？
  すみません、このしーとをかいてんさせるればーはどこにありますか？
  N3
Excuse me, do you mind if I recline my seat a little?
- Casual — to friend
  すみません、席、少し倒してもいいですか？
  すみません、せき、すこしたおしてもいいですか？
  N4
Excuse me, would you mind if we rotate our seats to face each other?