Even at an English-speaking salon, knowing a few Japanese phrases smooths the experience. At salons with limited English, these can make the difference between a good result and a frustrating one.
Booking & Arrival
| English | Japanese | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| I have a reservation | 予約しています | yoyaku shite imasu |
| Do you speak English? | 英語は話せますか？ | eigo wa hanasemasu ka? |
| I want hair straightening | 縮毛矯正をしたいです | shukumou kyousei wo shitai desu |
During Consultation
| English | Japanese | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| My hair is very curly/frizzy | 髪がとてもくせがあります | kami ga totemo kuse ga arimasu |
| I have bleached hair | ブリーチしています | buriichi shite imasu |
| I want a natural result | 自然な仕上がりにしたいです | shizen na shiagari ni shitai desu |
| Please keep the length | 長さはそのままにしてください | nagasa wa sono mama ni shite kudasai |
| Just a little shorter | 少しだけ短くしてください | sukoshi dake mijikaku shite kudasai |
During the Appointment
| English | Japanese | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| The water is a little hot | 少し熱いです | sukoshi atsui desu |
| That’s exactly what I wanted | まさにこんな感じです | masa ni konna kanji desu |
| Thank you very much | ありがとうございました | arigatou gozaimashita |
At Kenji Hair Lounge, consultations are fully in English — these phrases aren’t needed here, but will help at any other Tokyo salon. Full etiquette guide →
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