Question
I am visiting Japan for the Sakura season and plan to have a picnic under the cherry blossoms. I want to make sure it’s allowed at the park I’m visiting. How do I ask “Is it okay to have a picnic here?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
ここでピクニックをしてもいいですか。
Koko de pikunikku o shitemo ii desuka?
Is it okay to have a picnic here?
When enjoying outdoor activities in Japan, especially during the cherry blossom season, it’s important to confirm if picnicking is permissible in certain areas. Use “koko de” to specify “here”, “pikunikku” for “picnic”, and “shitemo ii desuka?” to ask for permission.
If you receive permission, you might follow up with expressions of gratitude such as “ありがとうございます” (arigatou gozaimasu). Remember, it’s always polite to clean up after yourself and maintain the beauty of public spaces.
