Direct answer
日本語 · Japanese phrasing with romanization and natural tone notes.
これはいくらですか
Romanization
Kore wa ikura desu ka
Pronunciation
koh-reh wah ee-koo-rah dess kah
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How to say “how much is this” in Japanese
Learn how to say "how much is this" in Japanese: これはいくらですか (Kore wa ikura desu ka), with pronunciation, usage notes, examples, and related phrases.
polite
When to use it
Use it with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby. A polite opening such as excuse me makes the phrase safer and easier to understand. これはいくらですか is polite and clear. It works well when pointing at an item in a shop or market.
Examples
これはいくらですか。
How much is this?
すみません、これはいくらですか。
Excuse me, how much is this?
Common mistakes
Do not translate "how much is this" word by word; use the full Japanese phrase as a unit.
Use romanization as a pronunciation hint, not as the normal written form.
Check the tone before using it: this version is marked polite.
FAQ
How do you say "how much is this" in Japanese?
Say これはいくらですか. The romanization is Kore wa ikura desu ka, and the pronunciation is koh-reh wah ee-koo-rah dess kah.
Is これはいくらですか formal or casual?
This version is marked polite. これはいくらですか is polite and clear. It works well when pointing at an item in a shop or market.
When should I use "how much is this" in Japanese?
Use it with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby. A polite opening such as excuse me makes the phrase safer and easier to understand. これはいくらですか is polite and clear. It works well when pointing at an item in a shop or market.