Allergy card for Japan, in Japanese
In Japan, SafeMeal shows your card in Japanese, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 61 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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日本語MMaya重度のアレルギー
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
清潔な鍋、調理器具、新しい油を使用してください。他の人の料理と同じ油、鍋、包丁で私の料理を作らないでください。
What the card says, in Japanese and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Japan, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Japanese | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | 私はこれらの食べ物に重度のアレルギーがあります。 | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | 私はこれらの食べ物を食べられません。 | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | 私の食事にはこれらの食べ物を入れないでください。 | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | 微量でも命に関わる危険があります。 | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | 清潔な鍋、調理器具、新しい油を使用してください。他の人の料理と同じ油、鍋、包丁で私の料理を作らないでください。 | Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives. |
| Oils, broths and sauces | これには、これらの食材から作られた油、出汁（スープ）、ソースも含まれます。 | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | わからない場合は、シェフ（料理長）に確認してください。 | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | ご協力ありがとうございます！ | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Japan
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Japan, SafeMeal lists 61 local dishes and products under the 47 foods they often hide. Here are the ones for the most common allergies; in the app, tap any food on your card to see its list.
Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next. Always confirm with the restaurant.
Wheat小麦- Japanese curryカレーライス
- Yakisoba焼きそば
- Soba noodlesそば（麺）
- Karaage唐揚げ
- Tempura天ぷら
- Okonomiyakiお好み焼き
Milk牛乳- Breadパン
- Japanese curryカレーライス
- Canned coffee缶コーヒー
Egg鶏卵- Tonkatsuとんかつ・コロッケ
- Tempura天ぷら
- Okonomiyakiお好み焼き
- Chawanmushi茶碗蒸し
Shrimpエビ- Chawanmushi茶碗蒸し
- Okonomiyakiお好み焼き
Make your card before you go to Japan.
Pick your foods and look at what the kitchen would read. Try the live demo or get the app: the card works offline once it is set up.
Questions about eating out in Japan
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Japanese?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “私はこれらの食べ物に重度のアレルギーがあります。” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Japanese, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Japan often contain wheat?
For Japan, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Japanese curry, Yakisoba, Soba noodles, Karaage, Tempura, Okonomiyaki. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Japan often contain milk?
For Japan, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Bread, Japanese curry, Canned coffee. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Japan?
In Japan the card is shown in Japanese, with English under each food. The app picks the language from the country you are in, and you can change it at any time.
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SafeMeal is not a medical device. No card or app can guarantee a safe meal: always confirm with the restaurant staff, and keep your emergency medication with you.