Question
I’m visiting Japan and plan to try some local eateries. I am allergic to peanuts. How can I ask if a dish contains peanuts in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
この料理（りょうり）にピーナッツが入（はい）っていますか。
Kono ryouri ni piinattsu ga haitteimasu ka?
Does this dish contain peanuts?
When traveling, it’s important to communicate dietary restrictions, especially allergies. The expression “kono ryouri ni” means “in this dish,” and “piinattsu ga haitteimasu ka?” means “does it contain peanuts?” You can substitute “piinattsu” with other allergens if needed, such as “ebi” for shrimp or “kome” for rice, depending on your dietary requirements. Remember to use this phrase whenever you are unsure about ingredients.
