Traveling in Japan often means being surrounded by thoughtful signs meant to help visitors feel welcome, but sometimes those good intentions lead to delightfully unexpected results. From instructions that sound far more intense than necessary to phrases that take on a whole new meaning in English, these translations can turn a simple walk down the street into a moment of laughter.
In this collection, we’ve rounded up some hilarious English translations people came across while traveling in Japan. While the messages are usually clear enough to get the point across, the wording often adds an unintentional dose of humor.
