English–Japanese

“hair salon” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibiyōin

Example

週末に美容院へ行きます。shū matsu ni bi yō in e i ki ma su

I am going to a hair salon this weekend.

Illustration for 美容院 (hair salon)

How to say “hair salon” in Japanese

“Hair salon” in Japanese is 美容院 (biyōin).

Presents a place where hair is cared for and shaped as part of personal appearance.

Full entry for 美容院: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 美容院

人気の美容院は、予約が取りにくいです。nin ki no bi yō in wa yo yaku ga to ri ni ku i de su

It is hard to get an appointment at a popular hair salon.

Tips for using 美容院

  • In Japanese conversations, 美容院 (biyōin) usually points to a salon focused on hair styling, while 理容室 (riyōshitsu) is traditionally associated with barbering services.

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