How to Say ‘Cash only’ in Japanese
現金のみです
げんきんのみです
💬 Usage Tip: Adds emphasis that only cash is accepted, no cards.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Expect this phrase in small shops or local taxis.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
現金げんきん
[genkin]
cash
Refers to physical currency.
支払いは現金のみです。
The payment is cash only.
のみのみ
[nomi]
only
Denotes exclusivity.
支払いは現金のみです。
Payment is cash only.
ですです
[desu]
is
A polite form of a declarative statement.
支払いは現金のみです。
The payment is cash only.
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