Question
I’m traveling to Japan for the first time and I’m vegetarian. I want to make sure I ask for dishes without meat at restaurants. How do I say “Does this dish contain meat?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
この料理（りょうり）に肉（にく）が入（はい）っていますか。
Kono ryoori ni niku ga haitteimasuka?
Does this dish contain meat?
This question will be very helpful for vegetarian travelers in Japan!
– “Kono ryoori” means “this dish,” so you can use this when pointing to the dish you’re asking about.
– “Niku” means “meat.”
– “Haitteimasuka” is a phrase that means “is contained” or “is included.”
If you get a “hai” (yes) as a response, the dish contains meat. If the answer is “iie” (no), then you’re good to go! You might also want to learn “yasai dake” which means “vegetables only”, to make sure your meal suits your dietary needs. Enjoy your delicious meat-free dining experiences in Japan!
