子どもが迷子になりました
こどもがまいごになりました
My child is lost.
POINTFirst, tell the public address system and the staff.
Emergency
Missing Person
Master the Japanese you need for Missing Person in natural keigo. Scene-by-scene flow · NG examples · politeness levels · 9-language parallel translations
This page helps foreign residents and long-term visitors handle "Missing Person" with daily Japanese phrases for living in Japan, practical examples, and common mistakes to avoid.
What this page helps you say in Japan
This page focuses on Missing Person and teaches useful Japanese phrases for daily life in Japan, including natural replies, polite alternatives, and practical wording for foreigners living in Japan.
What You'll Learn on This Page
- Lost child information broadcast request
- Report missing person to police
- Disaster prevention radio call
- Social media/community appeal
- Dealing with wandering by elderly people with dementia
Practice Phrases (10 Total)
館内放送で呼び出していただけますか
かんないほうそうでよびだしていただけますか
Could you announce over PA?
POINTValid at shopping malls and stations
5歳の男の子、赤い服を着ています
ごさいのおとこのこ、あかいふくをきています
5-year-old boy in red clothes.
POINTClarify age, gender, and clothing
最後に見たのは1時間前、1階のおもちゃ売場です
さいごにみたのはいちじかんまえ、いっかいのおもちゃうりばです
Last seen 1 hour ago at toy section.
POINTDetermining time and location
警察に相談したいのですが
けいさつにそうだんしたいのですが
I'd like to contact police.
POINT110 or the nearest police box
行方不明届を出したいです
ゆくえふめいとどけをだしたいです
I want to file a missing person report.
POINTNo need for 24 hours, the sooner the better.
家族の写真を持っています
かぞくのしゃしんをもっています
I have a photo of the family member.
POINTvery important for searching
認知症の父が家に戻ってきません
にんちしょうのちちがいえにもどってきません
My father with dementia hasn't returned.
POINTImmediately contact the police for loitering.
SNSで情報拡散してもいいですか
SNSでじょうほうかくさんしてもいいですか
Can I share info on social media?
POINTImplemented in consultation with the police
見つかったら連絡してください
みつかったられんらくしてください
Please contact me when found.
POINTClarify your contact information
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Practice with ECHO App →Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is your first reaction when you get lost?
A. ① If inside the facility, immediately contact the staff → Announce the announcement in the facility ② If outdoors, go back the way you came or wait at the last place ③ Call 110 after the time has elapsed ④ Prepare photos, clothing, and characteristics of the child ⑤ Consult with the police before using SNS.
Q. Will the police not take action until 24 hours have passed?
A. This is a misunderstanding. Immediate response to cases of incident, children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. A search will begin immediately as a unique missing person. Don't hesitate to report it early.
Q. Measures to prevent wandering for elderly people with dementia
A. Write your name on GPS keychains, shoes, and clothes, register for a local watchdog network, join the "Wandering SOS Network," etc. Consult with your local government or regional comprehensive support center.
Q. What to teach children about lost children
A. ① Promise not to leave ② Wait at the last place ③ Be able to tell your parents' name and cell phone ④ If you get lost, look for a uniformed police officer or store clerk ⑤ Don't follow them even if they tell you that they know your father.
Q. Tips for searching for foreign family members
A. Gather your residence card information, passport photo, contact information in Japan, work/school information, and recent behavior patterns. Please also contact the embassy. It is also possible to request an interpreter to be dispatched.