Question
I am traveling to Japan and plan to visit a local restaurant to try some authentic Japanese dishes. I have certain dietary restrictions, and I want to make sure the dish is suitable for me. How do I ask “Does this dish contain seafood?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
この料理（りょうり）に海鮮（かいせん）が入（はい）っていますか。
Kono ryouri ni kaisen ga haitteimasu ka?
Does this dish contain seafood?
When dining in Japan, it is helpful to learn expressions about dietary needs, especially if you have restrictions. The word “kono” means “this,” “ryouri” means “dish,” and “kaisen” means “seafood.” The phrase “haitteimasu ka?” asks if something is included or contains an ingredient.
Use this expression to inquire about the contents of a dish. For other ingredients, simply replace “kaisen” with terms like “niku” (meat) or “yasai” (vegetables) to ensure your meal fits your needs.
