🍽️ Dining & Drinks
How to say “Check / Bill, please” in Japanese
おかいけい おねがいします
O-kaikei onegaishimasu
normal / slow
Word-by-word breakdown
- おかいけいo-kaikeithe check / bill
- おねがいしますonegaishimasuplease
Usage & culture tip
Cross your index fingers in an 'X' gesture from across the room if staff are far away.
Good for: Ordering food and drinks at restaurants, cafes and izakaya.