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How to say “Where is the reserved seating car?” in Japanese

していせき は どこ ですか

Shiteiseki wa doko desu ka

normal / slow

Word-by-word breakdown

  • していせきshiteisekireserved seat
  • どこ ですかdoko desu kawhere is it?

Usage & culture tip

Check the platform floor markings for your car number (gōsha) on the Shinkansen.

Good for: Getting around by train, subway, bus and taxi.

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