JLPT N5
Asking for Recommendations
Japanese
おすすめはありますか
Osusume wa arimasuka?
Lesson & Usage
- [English equivalent: "What do you recommend?" or "Do you have any recommendations?"] Use this in restaurants, cafes, or shops when you are undecided. It is a great way to discover popular items or a chef's special.
Culture & Etiquette
- This phrase relies on "Omakase" culture—the Japanese tradition of trusting the expert. By asking for a recommendation, you show that you value the shopkeeper's taste and expertise.
