Looking to order takeout in Japan? In Japan, many chain restaurants offer a takeout option on their menu. When almost everyone’s busy working, ordering takeout can be pretty convenient for the vast majority who’d like to grab a quick meal. Still, ordering takeout in a foreign language can be intimidating, but with a few key phrases and some practice, it can become a breeze. In this article, we will learn how to order our food in a natural-sounding way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read here to learn more about how to order food at a restaurant!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 1: Greeting<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhen you first enter the restaurant or call to place an order, the staff will politely greet you with a “\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b” (irasshaimase). In return, a common greeting is “\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f” (konnichiwa), which means “hello” or “good afternoon.” <\/p>\n\n\n\nAfter that, you’ll often be asked:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u3053\u3061\u3089\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08<\/rp>\u3081<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08<\/rp>\u3042<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304bIrrashaimase, kochira de omeshi agari desu ka?Welcome. Are you eating in?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08<\/rp>\u3081<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08<\/rp>\u3042<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Irrashaimase, tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a is a noun coming from the verb \u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308b a very formal\/honorific way to say “to eat”. Using honorifics is one of the ways staff show respect for the customer they are serving. Here again, \u304a is added to the noun so as to sound more polite.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 2: Saying “I’d Like Take-out!” in Japanese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09\u3002Takeout (please).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a translates to takeout. It comes from the verb \u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308b, meaning “to bring back” or “to carry home”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. 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When you first enter the restaurant or call to place an order, the staff will politely greet you with a “\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b” (irasshaimase). In return, a common greeting is “\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f” (konnichiwa), which means “hello” or “good afternoon.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After that, you’ll often be asked:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u3053\u3061\u3089\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08<\/rp>\u3081<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08<\/rp>\u3042<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304bIrrashaimase, kochira de omeshi agari desu ka?Welcome. Are you eating in?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08<\/rp>\u3081<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08<\/rp>\u3042<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Irrashaimase, tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a is a noun coming from the verb \u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308b a very formal\/honorific way to say “to eat”. Using honorifics is one of the ways staff show respect for the customer they are serving. Here again, \u304a is added to the noun so as to sound more polite.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 2: Saying “I’d Like Take-out!” in Japanese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09\u3002Takeout (please).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a translates to takeout. It comes from the verb \u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308b, meaning “to bring back” or “to carry home”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08<\/rp>\u3081<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08<\/rp>\u3042<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Irrashaimase, tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a is a noun coming from the verb \u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308b a very formal\/honorific way to say “to eat”. Using honorifics is one of the ways staff show respect for the customer they are serving. Here again, \u304a is added to the noun so as to sound more polite.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 2: Saying “I’d Like Take-out!” in Japanese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09\u3002Takeout (please).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a translates to takeout. It comes from the verb \u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308b, meaning “to bring back” or “to carry home”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308a is a noun coming from the verb \u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u304c\u308b a very formal\/honorific way to say “to eat”. Using honorifics is one of the ways staff show respect for the customer they are serving. Here again, \u304a is added to the noun so as to sound more polite.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 2: Saying “I’d Like Take-out!” in Japanese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09\u3002Takeout (please).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a translates to takeout. It comes from the verb \u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308b, meaning “to bring back” or “to carry home”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09\u3002Takeout (please).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a translates to takeout. It comes from the verb \u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308b, meaning “to bring back” or “to carry home”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a translates to takeout. It comes from the verb \u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308b, meaning “to bring back” or “to carry home”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
The prefix \u304a makes the noun sound more polite. As for the particle \u3067, in this context, indicates a mean or a method. This particle literally translates to “by”, “with”, “by means of” or “in”. It implies that you make a choice from a series of options. Here, you’ve opted for takeout instead of dining in at the restaurant. Adding “\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059” makes you sound more polite. However, this phrase is often skipped by the Japanese themselves so time’s wasted when ordering food! Click here<\/a> for more phrases that make you sound more polite!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Communicate In Japanese to Order Take-out<\/h2>\n\n\n\nNow let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
Now let’s continue our conversation with the staff! If you want to order a takeout you can answer the counter staff with this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
If you’d like to eat in instead, you can say \u306f\u3044\u3001\u3053\u3053\u3067 (Yes, here) or \u306f\u3044\u3001\u5e97\u5185\uff08<\/rp>\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3067 (Yes, here).At a fast food restaurant, the waiter might ask directly if you’re ordering takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
\u5e97\u54e1: \u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Waiter: Welcome, would you like a takeout?You can then answer : \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08<\/rp>\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3061\u5e30\uff08<\/rp>\u304b\u3048<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08<\/rp>\u306d\u304c<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\uff09(Yes, takeout (please)).<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
The waiter will follow up by asking you for your order: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\uff08<\/rp>\u3061\u3085\u3046\u3082\u3093<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u3092\u3069\u3046\u305e. Gochuumon o douzo.May I take your order?<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
The literal translation would be closer to “place your order”. However, the phrase here is a polite way to ask if the customer is ready to order their food. They can also say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u3054\u6ce8\u6587\u3092\u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059.Gochuumon o oukagai shimasu.I would like to ask your oder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The verb \u304a\u4f3a\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (oukagaishimasu) is actually stemmed from an already humble form of ask, kiku <\/em>(\u805e\u304f): ukagau<\/em> (\u4f3a\u3046). As you talk with the restaurant staff, you’ll notice that they are using polite Japanese to talk to you, so it can be confusing at first when you are only learning daily Japanese vocabulary and basic verb forms. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDon’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
Don’t worry, though! The more you go out to eat in Japan and order omochikaeri, <\/em>the more you’ll get used to keigo <\/em>(\u656c\u8a9e). <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
Ordering your food is the easy part. Even if you can’t really speak or read Japanese, simply point on the menu to indicate what you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have any questions about the menu items, you can ask the staff “\u3053\u308c\u306f\u306a\u3093\u3067\u3059\u304b?” (kore wa nan desu ka?), which means “What is this?” or “What is it?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you can’t read the menu but know your order through the pictures, you can use phrases such as “\u3053\u308c\u3092\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044” (kore o kudasai),<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can use the counter \u3064 (\u3072\u3068\u3064 (one of…)\u3001\u3075\u305f\u3064 (two of…) etc.) to indicate the amount you want. You can learn how to count in Japanese through this article.<\/a> For exampe, if you are ordering a two hamburgers, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 4: Customizing Your Takeout in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFood Portion Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\nSizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBig Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc\u3092\u4e8c\u3064\u304f\u3060\u3055\u3044\u3002Hanbaagaa o futatsu kudasai. Two hamburger, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sizes in Japan can also be known as \u30a8\u30b9 (S for small), \u30a8\u30e0 (M, medium) or \u30a8\u30eb (L, large).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some restaurants might use the Japanese sizing system too:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Big Sizes: \u5927\u76db\uff08<\/rp>\u304a\u304a\u3082<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (oomori)Regular Sizes: \u666e\u901a\uff08<\/rp>\u3075\u3064\u3046<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby> (futsuu) or \u4e26\u76db(<\/rp>\u306a\u307f\u3082<\/rt>)<\/rp><\/ruby>\u308a (namimori)Small Sizes: \u5c11\uff08<\/rp>\u3059\u304f<\/rt>\uff09<\/rp><\/ruby>\u306a\u3081 (sukuname) or \u30df\u30cb (Mini)<\/p>\n\n\n\nSounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSaff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\nOrdering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\nVocabulary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n\n\u30db\u30c3\u30c8 \u30fc Hot (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30a2\u30a4\u30b9 \u30fc Cold (for drinks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30dd\u30c6\u30c8\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4 \u30fc French fries<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30b1\u30c1\u30e3\u30c3\u30d7 \u30fc Ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30de\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c9 \u30fc Mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30ac\u30fc \u30fc Hamburger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nClick to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t
Sounds simple, doesn’t it? Combining what we learned so far, let’s see how a typical takeout order in Japan usually goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Staff:\u3044\u3089\u3063\u3057\u3083\u3044\u307e\u305b\u3002Irrashaimase.Welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You: \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u3092\u4e00\u3064\u3068\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4\u3092L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Konnichiha, biggu makku o hitotsu to, furenchi furai o eru saizu de onegai shimasu.Good afternoon. I’d like one Big Mac and an L-size french fires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saff: \u5e97\u5185\uff08\u3066\u3093\u306a\u3044\uff09\u3067\u304a\u53ec\uff08\u3081\uff09\u3057\u4e0a\uff08\u3042\uff09\u304c\u308a\u3067\u3059\u304b\u3002Tennai de omeshiagarimari desu ka?Welcome. Would you like to eat in (the restaurant)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u304a\u6301\uff08\u3082\uff09\u3061\u5e30\uff08\u304b\u3048\uff09\u308a\u3067\uff08\u304a\u9858\uff08\u306d\u304c\uff09\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059).Iie, omochiaeri de (onegai shimasu).No, takeout please.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Staff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u30d3\u30c3\u30b0\u30de\u30c3\u30af\u4e00\u3064\u3001\u30d5\u30ec\u30f3\u30c1\u30d5\u30e9\u30a4L\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba\u3001\u6ce8\u6587\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002\u4f55\u304b\u8ffd\u52a0\u3067\u3044\u304b\u304c\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1fHai, biggu makku hitotsu, furenchi furai eru saizu, chuumon itashimasu. Nanika tsuika de ikaga desuka?One Big Mac and L-size french fries. Would you like to add anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You: \u3044\u3044\u3048\u3001\u305d\u308c\u3060\u3051\u3067\u3059\u3002Iie, sore dake desu.No, just that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Staff: \u304b\u3057\u3053\u307e\u308a\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u4f1a\u8a08\u306f1300\u5186\u306b\u306a\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002Kashikomarimashita. Okaikei wa sen-sanhyaku en ni narimasu.Noted. The total is 1,300 yen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You: \u73fe\u91d1\u3067\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Genkin de onegaishimasu.(I’d like to pay) with cash, please. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Staff: \u306f\u3044\u3001\u304a\u9810\u304b\u308a\u3044\u305f\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002Hai, oazukari itashimasu.Alright, I’ll take care of it<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ordering takeout in Japanese may seem daunting at first, but with practice and the right phrases, it can become a comfortable and rewarding experience. Remember to take your time to choose your order, make any special requests, confirm your order, and pay for your order in a courteous manner. With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to confidently order takeout in Japanese in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Check out some other commonly used words below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Click to tweet this article and let more people know how to order a take out in Japan!<\/a><\/strong> If you would like to find out more about how you can make a purchase in Japanese, check out this blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoto Japanese Academy is a unique Japanese Language School in Iidabashi Tokyo, we offer relaxed and fun conversational lessons for all levels of Japanese learner. Coto Japanese Academy prides itself on its community atmosphere and fun lessons that focus on creation of opportunities to speak and learn Japanese. If you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo – please visit our contact page here.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in studying Japanese in Tokyo, find out more about our school by filling out the form below.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t