Dealing with food allergies or pet allergies abroad can be scary, but mastering these simple Japanese phrases will keep you safe and confident!
This quick lesson teaches you exactly how to communicate your allergies to restaurant staff, hosts, or hotel personnel. Safety first!
アレルギー (Arerugī) Allergy
エビ/猫アレルギーがあります (ebi/neko arerugî ga arimasu)
I have a shrimp/cat allergy.
Clearly stating your condition.
この料理にピーナッツが入っていますか?(kono ryôri ni pînattu ga haitte imasu ka)
Does this dish contain peanuts?
Asking about specific ingredients (the template is the key!).
この料理に肉が入っていますか? (kono ryôri ni niku ga haitte imasu ka)
Does this dish contain meat?
Useful for vegetarians or specific dietary needs.
Quick Grammar Tip:
Remember the key structure for asking about ingredients:
Kono ryôri ni + [Ingredient Name] + ga + haitte imasu ka.
Master this, and you can ask about any ingredient!
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