Japanese phrases
15 phrases with audio to show at the counter.
Before you go
Bring cash. Many yatai are cash-only. Check payment options before ordering.
Order for each person. Plan on a dish and a drink each; ask about the stall’s minimum order.
Check the price first. Read the menu and ask about cover charges, paid starters (otoshi) and any time limit.
Make room. Keep luggage small. When it’s busy, finish up and leave space for the next guest.
Check tonight’s opening. Wind, rain and sell-outs can change plans. Check the stall’s own updates.
Ask about ingredients. Confirm allergies directly. Food icons describe dishes, not allergen safety.
General etiquette, not a rule at every stall. Fukuoka City’s visitor tips (opens in a new tab) · Seating & ordering (opens in a new tab)
Good to know
How many yatai are there in Fukuoka?
This guide lists 94 stalls from Fukuoka City’s yatai open data: 50 in Tenjin, 34 in Nakasu, 6 in Nagahama and 4 in other areas.
What time do yatai open and close?
Listed opening times run from 17:30 to 19:45, and 18:00 is the most common. Closing times run from 23:00 to 04:00; 61 of 94 stalls close after midnight. Hours change, so check before you go.
Can I pay by card?
Only 17 of 94 stalls list card payment. Bring cash in yen, and check how to pay before ordering.
Is there a cover charge (otoshi)?
City data lists no cover charge for 76 of 94 stalls. 18 stalls list a cover charge or a paid starter (otoshi); where an amount is given, it is ¥300–¥500. If unsure, ask before you sit down.
Are yatai open in the rain, on Sundays and holidays?
Yatai commonly close in rain, strong wind or other bad weather. 30 of 94 stalls list Sunday as a regular day off, 7 mention public holidays and 48 list irregular closing days, so check the stall’s own updates before you go.
What are the basic manners?
Order a dish and a drink each, check prices and any cover charge before ordering, keep luggage small and give up your seat when others are waiting. Confirm allergies with the staff directly.
How much should I budget?
City-listed average spend runs from ¥1,500 to ¥4,000, and ¥2,000 is the most common figure. Drinks and extra dishes add up, so bring a little more than you plan to spend.
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