試食はできますか
ししょくはできますか
May I try a sample?
POINT“Can I eat it?” → “Can I sample it?” is the standard at souvenir shops.
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Souvenir Shopping
Master the Japanese you need for Souvenir Shopping 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 "Souvenir Shopping" 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 Souvenir Shopping 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
- Tasting and confirmation of staff recommendations
- Questions about expiry date and storage method
- Request for individual packaging/assortment
- Tax exemption procedure and passport presentation
- Overseas shipping and packaging confirmation
Practice Phrases (10 Total)
賞味期限はどのくらいありますか
しょうみきげんはどのくらいありますか
How long is the shelf life?
POINTIf you are taking it home overseas, please specifically ask about the number of days.
個包装になっていますか
こほうそうになっていますか
Is it individually wrapped?
POINT“Packaged individually?” → “Individually wrapped” is the standard expression
職場にばらまく用を探しています
しょくばにばらまくようをさがしています
I'm looking for something to give out at work.
POINT``Baramaki souvenir'' is a Japanese expression, but it is a convenient term that refers to individually wrapped sweets.
日持ちのするお土産はどれですか
ひもちのするおみやげはどれですか
Which souvenirs last a long time?
POINTThe correct expression is “to last a long time” → “to last a long time”
免税で買いたいのですが
めんぜいでかいたいのですが
I'd like to buy this tax-free.
POINTCheck the conditions such as presenting your passport and spending 5,000 yen or more (some items below 5,000 yen are also eligible)
海外発送はできますか
かいがいはっそうはできますか
Can you ship overseas?
POINTSince the items that can be shipped differ depending on the country, please tell us the product and destination.
贈答用に包装していただけますか
ぞうとうようにほうそうしていただけますか
Could you gift-wrap this?
POINT“For a present” → “For a gift” is easier to convey to the store staff.
保冷剤を入れていただけますか
ほれいざいをいれていただけますか
Could you add an ice pack?
POINTDon't forget to request ice packs and cold bags for items that require refrigeration, such as fresh sweets.
この商品は機内持ち込みできますか
このしょうひんはきないもちこみできますか
Can I bring this on the plane?
POINTThere is a 100ml limit for liquids and alcohol. It is recommended that alcohol be deposited.
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Q. What are the conditions for tax exemption?
A. Purchases of 5,000 yen (excluding tax) or more must be made on the same day at the same store, and a passport must be presented. Consumables (food, cosmetics, etc.) have an upper limit of 500,000 yen.
Q. Can I bring souvenirs on board?
A. Solid items are generally OK, but liquids exceeding 100ml are not allowed on board. Pack sake, plum wine, etc. in checked baggage.
Q. How much does it cost to ship overseas?
A. It varies depending on the country and weight, but for a parcel (1 to 3 kg) via EMS, the standard price is 2,000 to 4,000 yen in Asia and 4,000 to 8,000 yen in Europe and America.
Q. Can I pre-order at Depachika?
A. Reservations can be made at many stores, including fresh sweets, side dishes, and osechi. If you would like to receive it on the same day, please contact us first thing in the morning to be sure.
Q. Are there discounts for products that are close to their expiry date?
A. Discount stickers are often pasted on underground department stores one to two hours before closing. If you want to buy cheaply, try to buy at night.