Paying the bill smoothly
By the end you'll handle the full payment process at a restaurant or shop.
Part of the guide: How to Order Food in Japanese: A Script for Your First Restaurant Visit →
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おおいします okaikei onegaishimasu
Ask for the check. This is the standard phrase at any restaurant.
Use when asking for the bill at a restaurant, requesting the check
すみません、おおいします。 sumimasen, okaikei onegaishimasu.
Check, please.
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レシートおいします reshīto onegaishimasu
Asking for a receipt. Useful for business expenses or just keeping track.
Use when requesting a receipt after payment at any shop or restaurant
レシートおいします。 reshīto onegaishimasu.
Receipt, please.
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でおいします issho de onegaishimasu
Paying together (not separate). The opposite of 別々.
Use when telling the cashier you want to pay for everyone together
でおいします。 issho de onegaishimasu.
All together, please.
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